TAPU Guide

TAPU and legal checks in Türkiye

A concise guide to TAPU, due diligence, permits, land status and transfer risks before a property purchase in Türkiye.

Why TAPU matters

TAPU is the official ownership record, but the buyer's risk review must go beyond the title document itself.

What legal checks include

A proper review usually covers title records, land zoning, construction permits, completion status, debts and transfer eligibility for a foreign buyer.

Typical process

The sequence often runs from requesting the seller's records to independent document review, contract checks, payment controls and final TAPU registration.

Where buyers make mistakes

Common errors include paying too early, trusting verbal promises, skipping land-status checks or relying only on advisors aligned with the seller.

How we help

Aslan Emlak helps organize source documents and coordinate independent specialists so the buyer can review the asset more clearly before commitment.

FAQ

Is TAPU enough on its own?

No. Title review is only one layer; permits, zoning, debts and factual compliance should also be verified.

Can I check a property remotely?

Some checks can be coordinated remotely, but document review and authority over the process must be handled carefully.

What if the property has an encumbrance?

The transaction should pause until the issue is understood and independently reviewed.

Does the process differ by city?

The legal framework is national, but market practice and the share of private-owner listings can vary by location.

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