Invest in Istanbul property with confidence — backed by solid legal advice.
NLI Global is an independent Istanbul law firm acting only for our clients. We check the title, complete every legal check, and register the property in your name — including confirming whether the purchase meets the requirements for Turkish Citizenship by Investment.
NLI Global does not promote any property and is not paid by any agent or developer. Once you have found a property in Istanbul, our expert lawyers verify its eligibility and protect your purchase.
NLI Global is an independent law firm in Istanbul, not a property agency. We represent you, the buyer — from the first legal check to the title in your name.
What owning property in Istanbul gives you.
A legally checked purchase is a real asset — not just a transaction. Here is what full ownership gives you.
Full Ownership
Eligible foreign buyers get full freehold title, registered directly in your name.
Title in Your Name
The title deed (Tapu) is issued to you — not held through a company or a nominee.
Online Purchase with PoA
The whole purchase can be done remotely under a signed power of attorney without travelling.
Rental Income
Istanbul's rental market lets you earn from the property after you buy.
Resale Potential
Property can be resold later, giving you long-term investment value.
Citizenship Option
A purchase of $400,000 or more may let you apply for Turkish citizenship — decided by the government.
What your lawyer handles for you.
You choose the property from any agent or developer. We manage the whole legal side of the purchase — from the first check to the title registered in your name.
Title Deed (Tapu) Check
We confirm the seller is the true legal owner and the title is clean — with no surprises at the Land Registry.
Full Legal Checks
We check for mortgages, debts, and liens, and confirm the building's permits (İskan) and zoning are in order.
Contract Review
We draft or review the sales contract in English and Turkish, so the terms and your protections are clear before you sign.
Foreign-Buyer Clearance
We confirm you are legally able to buy the property and arrange the official valuation report required for foreign buyers.
Secure Payment
We tie each payment to a verified legal step and make sure your money transfer follows Central Bank rules (DAB).
Title Transfer
We represent you at the Land Registry and register the title deed in your name — even if you are not in Turkey.
Never send money before the title check is done.
A property that looks clean can still carry a hidden mortgage, a debt, or a missing permit. We confirm the Land Registry record and the building's legal status before any payment is made — not after.
Problems we catch before they become problems.
Small structuring errors — in ownership, payments, or paperwork — can quietly disqualify a purchase. Here is what our legal checks have caught and corrected for clients, before closing.
Correcting a Flawed Co-Ownership Structure
A family's multi-property purchase was set up as co-ownership, which risks disqualifying the investment. We restructured the title deeds before closing, so the application proceeded without issue.
Correcting Flawed Currency Purchase Certificates (DAB)
Errors in a client's Currency Purchase Certificates (DAB) put their citizenship file at risk. We coordinated with the bank to correct the documents before the application moved forward.
Consolidating Multiple Sale Pledge Agreements into One
A client's multi-property purchase was set up under separate sale pledge contracts, which doesn't qualify for citizenship. We consolidated it into one compliant agreement before closing.
Keeping VAT and Title Deed Fees Out of the Investment Amount
A client's bank transfer would have bundled VAT and title fees into the investment amount. We separated the payment before it was sent, keeping the qualifying amount accurate.
Preventing the Purchase of a Property That Didn't Qualify
An investor was about to buy a property that met the price threshold but not the legal requirements for citizenship. We identified a qualifying alternative and managed the process end to end.
Preventing Payment to an Account Outside the Chain of Title
A client's payment was set to go to an account outside the chain of title, risking rejection of the proof of investment. We corrected the payment structure before it was sent.
The process, step by step.
Six steps, from your first call to the title in your name. We handle every document and every appointment for you.
First Consultation
We review the property and explain the legal steps and costs. No commitment at this point.
Legal Checks
We check the title, any debts, the permits, and whether you can legally buy the property.
Contract & Deposit
We prepare a fair, bilingual contract and tie the deposit to verified legal conditions.
Payment & Banking
We structure the payment and make sure the transfer follows Central Bank rules (DAB).
Title Transfer
We represent you at the Land Registry and register the title deed (Tapu) in your name.
Aftercare
We set up your tax number, help with utilities, and advise on your ongoing property taxes.
Buy from anywhere — fully remote, fully legal.
You don't need to fly to Turkey to buy. Under a signed power of attorney, our lawyers carry out every in-person step for you — the checks, the contract, the bank, and the title transfer — while you follow each stage from home. The whole process is registered and verifiable with the Turkish authorities.
No Travel Required
Complete the whole purchase from your home country. We handle every in-person step for you.
Power of Attorney
A notarised power of attorney lets us act for you at the notary, the bank, and the Land Registry.
Virtual Tours & Documents
Review the property and all paperwork remotely, with our legal team checking every document.
Secure & Regulated
Every step follows Turkish law and is registered with the authorities — nothing is informal.
Act on the Best Rate
With no travel to schedule, you can move when the timing and currency rate suit you.
After-Sales Support
Tax number, utilities, and ongoing legal questions handled after the title is in your name.
Cost of buying property in Turkey — 2026.
Full transparency on what you actually pay — both to buy and to own. We set every cost out clearly before you commit, so there are no surprises later.
VAT exemption for foreign buyers
VAT ranges from 1% to 20% depending on the property. Foreign buyers who bring their funds from abroad and meet the conditions can apply for a full VAT refund. Our legal team prepares and files this application for you.
All figures above are indicative estimates for general guidance only. Actual costs vary by property type, location, declared value, and the rules in force at the time of purchase. We confirm the exact figures for your specific case before you commit. This is not tax or legal advice.
Common questions.
Have a question? Talk to our legal team directly.
Can foreigners buy property in Istanbul?+
Yes. Most foreign nationals can buy freehold property in Turkey, with a few area limits (for example, military zones) and a maximum size per person. We confirm that a specific property qualifies during the legal checks.
Do I have to be in Turkey to buy?+
No. With a signed power of attorney, our lawyers can handle the whole purchase for you — the contract, the checks, and registering the title — without you travelling to Turkey.
What is a "Tapu"?+
The Tapu is the official title deed issued by the Turkish Land Registry. It is your legal proof of ownership. We check the Tapu records before you buy and register it in your name at the end.
Do you sell properties?+
No. We are an independent law firm, not a property agency. You can bring us any property you found through an agent or developer, and we check it and protect you as the buyer.
How is my money protected?+
We tie each payment to a verified legal step — such as a clean title — so money is only released once conditions are met. We also make sure your international transfer follows Central Bank rules.
Does buying property give me citizenship?+
A purchase of $400,000 or more may let you apply for Turkish citizenship. We can handle that application separately. The final decision is made by the Turkish government, not by us.