Introduction
Major amendments emerged in Turkish real estate law during 2026. Amendments, especially those of the Regulation on Real Estate Trade and the Electronic Ad Verification System (EİDS), are enacted with a focus on providing a higher degree of transparency within the real estate market, a deterrence towards price manipulations, and a safer zone for both domestic and international investors.
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Amendments to the Regulation on Real Estate Trade (2026)
On May 30, 2025, amendments to the Regulation on Real Estate Trade were published in the Official Gazette (ticaret.gov.tr).
Key updates include:
- Unjustified price increases in online property listings that are not aligned with economic data are now prohibited.
- Real estate agencies are not allowed to facilitate listings of speculative or manipulative pricing.
- Property owners, as well as agencies, are subject to administrative sanctions if they fail to comply.
This measure strengthens market trust and helps investors make better-informed decisions.
Electronic Ad Verification System (EİDS) – Obligatory 2026
As of January 1, 2025, the Electronic Ad Verification System (EİDS) became mandatory (siirt.ticaret.gov.tr).
With this system:
- Identity verification is required before posting any property listing.
- Only owners of property and their direct/inmediate relatives (and spouses) are allowed individual entries.
- Listings of companies need approval via e-Devlet (the Turkey e-Government portal)
- Platforms must automatically verify permissions through EİDS and allow only verified listings to go live.
This reform greatly minimizes fraudulent practices and establishes a safer realty market both for foreigners and locals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Two significant updates arrived in 2026: limits on unfair price hikes on online immovable property listings and a requirement of utilizing the Electronic Ad Verification System (EİDS) for authorization and verification of identities.
Yes. Foreigners can still purchase property in Turkey under the existing regulations. The new 2026 changes mainly affect listing practices, not ownership rights.
EİDS is a government-mandated system that verifies the identity of property owners and their authorization to post real estate listings. It became compulsory on January 1, 2026, to prevent fraud and unauthorized ads.
The newly instituted regulations ensure the prices of the properties reflect true market conditions and all the listings are verified. This reduces the risk of fraud and has the international investors feeling more secure.
Although it's not legally mandatory, coordination with a specialist Turkish lawyer is very recommended. A lawyer ensures compliance with Turkish real estate law, verifies the papers of the item, and protects the buyers from such risks.
Why These Changes Matter to Foreign Investors
For international investors, the 2025 updates bring several key advantages:
- Transparency: Property rates need to be true market rates.
- Fraud Prevention: Mismatched or unauthorized listings are efficiently prevented.
- Market Confidence: Increased regulation offers a safer investment climate.
- Long-Term Stability: These measures establish a more sustainable and predictable real estate market.
Further Reference
For in-depth information on real estate investment opportunities and law procedures in Turkey, please visit: Turkey Real Estate Law
Conclusion
The 2026 amendments to the law of real estate in Turkey mostly aimed at practices of listing properties. Under limits on arbitrary price hikes and the obligatory EİDS system, the real estate market has become safer and clearer. Such regulations give better protection to investors, particularly foreign nationals who think about investment in properties of Turkey. To receive professional guidance throughout the process, consulting an experienced Turkish lawyer is highly recommended.
Source
- Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Trade – Press Release on Amendments to the Regulation on Real Estate Trade
- Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Trade (Siirt Directorate) – EİDS Verification System Announcement
- Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Trade (Balıkesir Directorate) – Real Estate Ads Now Require EİDS Verification
- Official Gazette of the Republic of Türkiye – Search for Legal Amendments
- Author Av. Baris Erkan Celebi
- Barış Erkan Çelebi Founder of Turkish law firm
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Baris Erkan Celebi is an English-speaking Turkish lawyer who exclusively represents foreign investors in Turkey. His law firm in Turkey specializes in providing international investors in Turkey with reliable legal counsel and personalized business solutions.
