04 · Use and permits
What should a buyer verify for short-term letting?
Assess the permit, title, management plan, ownership approvals, and building conditions before buying.
Last source review
17 August 2026
Direct answer
In Türkiye, tourism letting for a single period of one hundred days or less requires a permit. Eligibility and documents vary with property and ownership-management structure and must be checked before purchase.
01
Research permit eligibility before buying
A marketing claim about rental potential does not prove a permit can be obtained. Review title, authorised use, management plan, and required owner decisions.
02
Follow the official application path
The Ministry says applications are filed only through e-Government under the current guide, with documents varying by application type.
03
Budget the operating model separately
Guest reporting, cleaning, keys, tax, platform commissions, and building rules remain operational responsibilities beyond permit eligibility.
Frequently asked
Short, sourced answers
Which rentals require a permit?
The Ministry states that tourism rentals of homes for a single period of one hundred days or less require a permit.
Can every apartment obtain a permit?
No. Eligibility is not automatic and depends on property, ownership, management plan, and required approvals.
Where is the application filed?
The Ministry says applications are filed only through e-Government under the current guide.
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