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Inheritance of property in Turkey

We obtain the certificate of inheritance, register the property in the heirs’ names and handle the tax declaration.

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In short: Succession to real estate located in Turkey is governed by Turkish law under the Private International Law Act No. 5718. Heirs obtain a certificate of inheritance (veraset ilamı) from a notary or the civil court of peace, then file the inheritance tax declaration and register the property in their names.

When you need a lawyer

  • A relative who owned property in Turkey has died
  • There is a will made abroad or in Turkey
  • Heirs disagree on the division of the estate
  • Heirs wish to renounce the inheritance
  • The estate includes bank accounts or vehicles in Turkey

What the law says

Renunciation of inheritance is possible within three months under Civil Code No. 4721.

The inheritance tax declaration must be filed within statutory deadlines that depend on where the deceased and heirs were located.

Prepared by IS & Partners and reviewed by lawyer [Name], Antalya Bar Association. Updated: November 2026. For general information only — the outcome of your case depends on your documents.

How we work

We agree the scope, timeline and fee before we start.

Documents

We collect and translate the death certificate and proof of kinship.

Certificate

We obtain the certificate of inheritance.

Tax

We file the inheritance tax declaration.

Registration

We register the property in the heirs’ names or arrange its sale.

Documents you will need

  • Death certificate with apostille and translation
  • Documents proving kinship
  • Passports of the heirs
  • Title deed details
  • Will, if any

The exact list depends on your situation — the lawyer will confirm it after the first consultation.

Send us photos of your documents — the lawyer will assess your case and quote a fee.

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FAQ

Can foreign heirs inherit property in Turkey?
Yes, subject to reciprocity and statutory restrictions.
Do I have to come to Turkey?
Usually not: the procedure can be carried out by a lawyer under a power of attorney.
What if one heir wants to sell?
The heirs can agree on a sale; otherwise co-ownership can be dissolved by court.

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