If I buy a property in Turkey, will this give me any citizenship or any citizenship rights?
This does not give you any citizenship rights or immediate citizenship. A residency visa is still to be applied for, should you wish to stay in the country for long periods of time. Am I able to purchase property in all parts of the country?
Except military zones foreigners may purchase land and property in Turkey under their own names, and a recent change in Turkish legislation (i.e.in the article 35 / dated July 3, 2003) permits foreigners to buy a property outside the boundaries of a municipality, i.e. council district (Belediye) and within a village or rural area as well. What is the advantage of buying property in Turkey?
Since Turkey has been given the date of October 2005 for starting negotiations to become a member of E.U., you will be able to double and even triple your investment within a few years. Real estate prices are still very attractive in comparison with E.U. countries, take your chance to make a good investment for your future. And with the last changes in the regulations on property ownership for foreign citizens, buying a property is a lot simpler now and living cost is incomparably cheap compared to the majority of European countries. Do you use a qualified surveyor to give a reliable report on the Property?
On all new properties, there is a Government system on building (Yapi Denetim), and owners should be able to guarantee these properties. On older resale property, clients can pay for property to be checked by qualified surveyors We will be moving to Turkey permanently and want to bring our furniture with us. Is this a good idea?
Electrical goods are taxed heavily when entering Turkey. The cost of furniture is so reasonable in Turkey that it would be a better idea to sell your furniture in the UK and use that money to buy new furniture here. If you still want to move your furniture to Turkey please contact us first for free advice as we have many experience in moving furniture from UK to Turkey. Can the Title Deeds have more than one name on it?
Yes, it can. It can have as many names as you wish on it. The Turkish Property Centre will need passport copies, full names and addresses of all those whose names are to appear on the Title Deeds. If clients are looking for the most suitable properties to purchase for renting purposes, The Turkish Property Centre advises that they purchase property in a complex with a pool. The prices one can charge for renting properties will depend on the location, size and facilities that property has. Can I purchase more than 1 property?
Yes. One can purchase as many properties as they want. Do I need earthquake insurance?
This is a statutory government requirement. All new buildings must have earthquake insurance. Additional cover can be obtained, however is not a legal requirement. We are able to advise you on reputable Insurance companies in the area. Can I open a Turkish bank account in my name?
Yes' all you will need is a tax number which is easily obtained, our English speaking staff can help you get a tax number and open a bank account. There are no restrictions. Notary? Who will take me there? Do they speak English? Will all documents be translated in to English?
The notary is the Turkish equivalent to a solicitors in Uk, our English speaking staff accompany you and procedures will be explained to you by our government approved sworn translator. How long does it take to register Tapu in my name?
It takes less then a day to take all the paper work but you can wait up to 8 months to get the permission from Izmir Aegean army where your papers are sent. During this time you can legally stay and use your property. What is a Tapu? Will it be in my name?
Tapu are the deeds of the property and it can be registered either in joint names or single names. | 
