Can a foreigner buy property in Turkey?

Yes. Foreigners buy apartments, villas and commercial property with full ownership (TAPU) on the same terms as citizens, except in military and border zones. A deal takes 1–3 days to complete.

What taxes apply when buying and owning?

The main cost is the title transfer tax: 4% of the sale price (no lower than the appraised value). Add the mandatory appraisal (~18,000–22,000 TL as of 2026), the cadastre fee (~4,600 TL) and DASK insurance (from ~1,000 TL/year). Budget about 5% on top of the price. Annual property tax is 0.1–0.3%. Fees are indexed yearly — we prepare an exact estimate before the deal.

How do I get a Turkish residence permit through property?

Buying a home in a district open for residence permits gives grounds for a TAPU-based permit. Two of the three complexes in our promo are in open districts. We handle the paperwork end to end.

Can I buy in Mersin remotely, without visiting?

Yes. You issue a power of attorney via a Turkish consulate and we handle everything: online viewings, money transfer, TAPU registration and courier delivery of documents.

What rental yield is realistic in Mersin?

Long-term rentals average 5–8% per year. In seaside districts (Tece, Mezitli), short-term summer rentals reach up to 10%. We help with furnishing and property management after purchase.

Can I open a Turkish bank account without visiting?

You need a tax number (issued in 1 day) and a passport. Most banks require presence or a power of attorney. We support account opening and fund transfers as part of the deal.

What about risks — is Turkey worth it in 2026?

The main risks are unfinished construction and legal encumbrances. We work only with verified developers; promo properties are completed with iskan (occupancy permit). A lawyer accompanies every deal from booking to TAPU.

Is a mortgage or installment plan available to foreigners?

Mortgages for foreigners are limited to a few banks with strict terms. A more practical option is the developer's 0% installment plan — up to 18 months in our promo, no banks, €15,000 down payment.

Ihlas International — Real Estate in Mersin and Abroad

Sea-view apartments in Turkey and Georgia — new builds in Mersin and Batumi from developers with 0% installments, resale from owners. Full legal support, residence permit & TAPU included.

Experience You Can Trust

Ihlas International — international real estate agency

We specialise in Mersin real estate and apartments in Turkey: sea-view flats, beachfront homes and new developments for living and investment. For over 9 years we’ve been helping clients buy apartments in Mersin and other cities of Turkey directly from developers — current market prices, 0% installments, legal safety at every step and clear guidance on Turkish residence permits and TAPU.

Why Buyers Choose Us

Reliability, 0% Installments and Legal Safety

More than 40% of our clients come back to us and recommend our agency to friends. We verify every developer and project, work only with trusted Mersin real estate and apartments in Turkey, offer transparent terms with 0% installments and no hidden fees, and manage the process from booking to receiving the TAPU. Buying an apartment in Mersin or other Turkish cities with us is safe, clear and predictable.

How We Work

From Sea-View Selection to Residence Permit

Tell us your goal — moving to Turkey, rental yield or capital growth — and we’ll shortlist sea-view apartments in the best districts of Mersin (Mezitli, Tece, Erdemli) or property in Batumi, Georgia. We organise online viewings, assist with money transfers and bank accounts and stay with you after the purchase: furnishing, property management and residence-permit advice. A full turn-key service for buying property in Turkey and Georgia.