🇹🇷 How to Legally Rent Out Your Property in Turkey (and Avoid Fines Up to 1,000,000 TL) 

Renting out property in Turkey can be a great source of income — but only if everything is done legally. Since late 2023, the rules for property rentals have tightened, and violations can result in fines of up to 1,000,000 TL or removal from booking platforms .

Here's what you need to know 👇

🏠 1. Choose the Right Rental Type

• Short-term rental (up to 100 days) — requires a tourism license (Law No. 7464).
• Long-term rental (over 3 months) — only needs a notarized contract, no license required.

📋 2. For Short-Term Rentals

You must obtain a Turizm Konutu İzin Belgesi (Tourism Residence Permit) from your local municipality.

Usually required:

• TAPU (title deed)
• DASK (earthquake insurance)
• passport copy
• apartment floor plan
• guest registration in the Kimlik Bildirim system
• and basic safety features (fire alarm, first aid kit, emergency contact info)

💰 3. All Payments Must Go Through the Bank

Rent income must be declared officially. Tax rates range from 15% to 40% , depending on total income.

Cash payments are not recommended — they may cause issues with the tax office.

🤝 4. How to Simplify the Process

Many property owners prefer to delegate the entire process — licensing, guest registration, and tax reporting — to licensed real estate agencies.

This helps avoid mistakes and saves time.

Example: RestProperty assists property owners in handling all procedures correctly — from preparing documents to managing rental compliance.

✅ In Summary

Legal rental in Turkey is simple if you follow the rules: choose your rental type, get the required license, handle payments officially, and work with trusted professionals if needed.