Remote Purchase Guide 2026
Buy Istanbul Property Without Being There
Hundreds of Hermava clients have completed their Istanbul purchase from Karachi, Tehran, Dubai, and London. Here is exactly how it works — no surprises, no gaps.
✓ Power of Attorney handled
✓ Live video tours
✓ TAPU couriered to you
At a glance — Buying property in Istanbul remotely 2026
Foreign buyers can complete an Istanbul property purchase entirely from abroad in 2026 using a notarised power of attorney (POA) — no need to fly to Turkey. A trusted, independent lawyer acts on your written instructions to run title checks, sign the TAPU (title deed) transfer, and register the property in your name. You will still need a Turkish tax number and a Turkish bank account, both of which can be arranged by proxy. Budget the 4% TAPU transfer tax (split 2% buyer / 2% seller) plus roughly USD 1,000-2,000 in legal and setup costs. A properly scoped, limited POA — not an open-ended one — keeps you in control. The full remote purchase typically takes 4-8 weeks.
“A remote purchase is safe only when the power of attorney is narrow and specific, and an independent valuation confirms the price before funds move. That is the process we insist on for every buyer purchasing from abroad.” — Ali Kaya, MYK Level-5 Licensed Real Estate Consultant, Hermava
How It Works
Three Things That Make Remote Buying Work
Remote property purchase in Turkey is fully legal and increasingly common. Three tools make it possible — Power of Attorney, live video tours, and a secure digital document flow.
Power of Attorney
A notarised PoA lets Hermava act on your behalf at every step — from signing contracts to TAPU registration — without you needing to be in Turkey.
Live Property Tours
Hermava conducts on-demand live video walkthroughs via WhatsApp or Zoom. You see it in real time, ask questions, and decide with full visual context. No pre-recorded footage.
Digital Document Flow
Contracts, TAPU copies, and payment receipts are shared via encrypted PDF. All original documents are couriered to your address post-completion.
The Process
Your Remote Purchase Timeline — Step by Step
From first call to TAPU in hand. Typically 14–21 days for ready properties, 30–60 days for off-plan.
1
Consultation Call
30–45 minute video call. We understand your budget, intent, and timeline. We then shortlist 3–5 projects that match your specific criteria — no spam listings.
Day 1
2
Live Property Tour
Hermava conducts on-demand live tours of each shortlisted property. You ask questions in real time. We give you our honest assessment alongside each tour.
Days 2–5
3
Hermava Verdict Issued
We provide a written, signed assessment for your top choice — honest upsides and downsides, comparable pricing data, and our personal recommendation. No pressure.
Days 5–7
4
Power of Attorney
Sign a notarised PoA at the Turkish consulate in your country, or fly to Istanbul for a single day to sign in person. Hermava prepares all PoA documents in advance. Hermava provides the lawyer for citizenship and ikamet applications — no extra cost when you purchase through us.
Days 7–10
5
Reservation & Contract
An agreed deal amount is confirmed and paid by both sides — this formalises the deal and both parties commit to the continuation of the process. Sales contract signed by Hermava on your behalf via PoA. Full contract translated and shared with you.
Days 10–14
6
Payment Transfer
Funds wired from your bank to the developer’s Turkish escrow account. Hermava provides exact wire details, verifies receipt, and sends you confirmation documentation.
Days 14–18
7
TAPU Registration
Hermava attends the title deed transfer at the Land Registry Office. Your TAPU is registered in your name. Certified copy couriered to your address within 5 days.
Days 18–21 (ready) / 30–60 (off-plan)
Hermava Standard
No Off-Market Surprises. Full Cost Transparency.
We never add undisclosed fees to remote transactions. Before you sign anything, you receive a complete cost breakdown in writing — purchase price, title deed transfer tax (2% buyer-side), notary fees, and our advisory fee. Every number, upfront.
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Watch out for this: Some agents offer to “handle everything” for a suspiciously low fee, then bill additional costs at each step. Hermava quotes a fixed advisory fee before any engagement begins — no step-billing, no surprise invoices at the Land Registry.
Hermava Verdict
Remote buying works — and it works well when the person on the ground is accountable to you, not to the developer’s commission. The PoA is not a risk if you trust the person holding it. Our model is built on that trust: we disclose fees, attend the appointment, and courier your documents. We have never had a remote buyer lose money due to a process failure on our end.
Danial Baghal
Lead Advisor, Hermava Istanbul
Start Your Remote Purchase Today
First consultation is free. No obligation. We will tell you honestly if Istanbul is right for your goals — before you commit a single dollar.
