Anasayfa / Makalelerimiz / Title Deed (TAPU) Appointment in Alanya & the Pre-Check
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Who is this for? Buyers in Alanya who are about to schedule a TAPU appointment and want a fast, lawyer-style pre-check to avoid last-minute surprises.
Goal: confirm the essentials match and are clean so your transfer isn’t delayed at the Land Registry.
Match the property identity
Make sure the block/parcel (ada/parsel), independent section (bağımsız bölüm), and address in your draft contract align with the title deed. If you’re buying a new build, confirm occupancy status—start with our Building Occupancy Permit (Iskan) Guide to understand why this matters for utilities and resale confidence. enesnergiz.av.tr
Screen for encumbrances
Order a fresh registry extract right before booking. Mortgages (ipotek), liens/seizures (haciz), or annotations (şerhler) must be released or contractually handled; otherwise, you risk same-day cancellation at Tapu.
Verify seller identity & authority
Ensure the seller is the registered owner and that IDs exactly match the deed. If a power of attorney will be used, check notarization, apostille (if issued abroad), and sworn translation. Planning to buy from a developer? Review our checklist What to Watch Out for When Working with a Construction Company in Alanya before you commit. enesnergiz.av.tr
Condominium status & dues
Confirm kat mülkiyeti/kat irtifakı status and whether site dues (aidat) are up to date; unpaid dues can slow practical handover.
Think ahead about residency
If you plan to apply for family residence later, keep your address documents and ownership trail consistent—this helps your Family Residence Permit Turkey file. enesnergiz.av.tr
Appointments are arranged via the Land Registry systems or through a duly authorized representative (valid POA). Keep originals of IDs/passports, tax numbers, and—where applicable—marital status documents ready. For a step-by-step flow in Turkish, see Tapu İşlemleri. enesnergiz.av.tr
New to property transfers in this region? Our overview Legal aid for real estate registration in Alanya explains the basic TAPU journey for foreign buyers. enesnergiz.av.tr
IDs (buyer & seller) and copies
Tax numbers for foreign parties
Latest title deed or official ownership printout
Price & payment proof (bank receipts/transfers)
Power of attorney (if any), notarized, apostilled (if abroad), translated
Marital status documents / spouse consents where required
Iskan status for new builds—see the Iskan Guide for practical implications. enesnergiz.av.tr
Uncleared liens/annotations discovered on the day of transfer
Data mismatch between contract and deed (address/section/parcel)
POA defects (missing apostille/translation) for overseas documents
Developer-related issues in ongoing projects—read the red flags in our construction company guide for Alanya and the broader ongoing-project purchase guide. enesnergiz.av.tr+1
Collect and verify your new TAPU, then handle utilities (electricity/water/internet) and site registration. If you’re purchasing in neighborhoods like Oba or Kargıcak, local practice notes in Real Estate Lawyers for Foreigners in Oba and Kargıcak can help you plan post-transfer steps. enesnergiz.av.tr
New to the area or need a single, trusted point of contact? Our flagship overview — Alanya Lawyer — covers how we manage real estate transfers (TAPU appointments and encumbrance checks), developer contracts, residence permits, and dispute resolution in Alanya; if you’re preparing for a title transfer, read it next to understand timelines, document standards, and when to escalate issues before booking your Land Registry slot.
This article offers general information and does not constitute legal advice. Requirements may vary by registry and case.
Author: Av. Enes Nergiz Law Office – Real Estate & Immigration Law (Alanya/Antalya)
| Legal Area | Primary Turkish Legislation | Competent Authority / Court | Key Procedural Rule / Time Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real Estate & Title Deed (Tapu) | Turkish Civil Code No. 4721 (Art. 706) & Land Registry Law No. 2644 | Land Registry Directorate & Civil Courts of First Instance | Official Tapu or Notary form mandatory; DAB currency certificate & valuation required |
| Short-Term Tourist Rentals (Airbnb) | Law No. 7464 on Renting Residential Properties for Tourism | Ministry of Culture & Tourism / Administrative Courts | Unanimous condominium owners’ consent & Tourism Permit mandatory for rentals ≤ 100 days |
| Divorce, Custody & Foreign Decrees | Turkish Civil Code No. 4721 & PILA (MÖHUK) No. 5718 (Art. 50–59) | Family Courts (Aile Mahkemesi) | Foreign decrees require Recognition/Enforcement (Tanıma-Tenfiz) with Apostille |
| Residence Permits, Citizenship & Deportation | Law No. 6458 (YUKK) & Turkish Citizenship Law No. 5901 | Presidency of Migration Management & Administrative Courts | 7 days to appeal deportation orders (automatic stay); 60 days for permit rejections |
Yes. Foreign individuals and companies can execute a special Power of Attorney at any Turkish Consulate abroad or before a notary public in their home country with an Apostille certificate under the 1961 Hague Convention, allowing Attorney Enes Nergiz (Antalya Bar Association No. 6281) to handle title deed transfers, court filings, and administrative appeals without the client traveling to Turkey.
Under Article 706 of the Turkish Civil Code and Article 237 of the Turkish Code of Obligations, contracts transferring real estate ownership are only legally valid if executed officially before the Land Registry Directorate (Tapu) or as a notarized promise-to-sell agreement. However, payments made under informal contracts can be recovered through restitution and unjust enrichment claims.
Under Articles 50–59 of Law No. 5718 (MÖHUK), a final foreign court decree must undergo a Recognition (Tanıma) or Enforcement (Tenfiz) proceeding before a Turkish Family Court (or civil registration for uncontested divorces meeting statutory criteria) before Turkish registries update marital status or enforce custody/alimony orders.
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