Selling to a foreign buyer differs from selling to a Turkish citizen on a few points. Knowing the differences keeps the process from dragging on.
A valuation report is compulsory
In sales to foreign nationals, a property valuation report from a licensed organisation is required. The report is submitted during the registry transaction.
The report is valid only for a limited time; it should be timed to fit the transfer appointment.
Military restricted zone check
It is checked whether the property lies outside military restricted and security zones. The land registry office carries out this check.
A negative result stops the sale, so running the check early saves time.
Documents and translation
The passport of the buyer, their tax identification number if they have one, and a photograph are required. A sworn interpreter must be present for a buyer who does not speak Turkish.
Settling these details before transfer day keeps the appointment from being wasted.
Our role
As Konutkent Gayrimenkul we keep track of the order of documents and the coordination of appointments in sales involving a foreign buyer.
The foreign-language pages of our site were prepared for this purpose; a buyer abroad can look at your property in their own language.
How long the process takes
If the valuation report, the military zone enquiry and the interpreter arrangements are run together, the process can be finished within a few working days. Done one after another, the same work spreads over weeks.
The most common delay is booking the appointment after the report has expired. That is why the report and the appointment date should be planned together.
In sales with a foreign buyer we set this timetable and follow the steps in order; you only need to attend the registry appointment.
Related sections of this guide
- How is a title transfer carried out and what does it cost?
- I want to sell my home: the process from start to finish
- How is the sale price set? Comparables and valuation
Terms from the glossary
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As Konutkent Gayrimenkul we run the sale of your property with you from start to finish: valuation, deed checks, listing, buyer meetings and the title transfer. You can ask your questions by telephone or fill in the application form.
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