Istanbul has become one of the most popular real estate destinations for Gulf Arab investors.
Can GCC Nationals Buy?
Yes. Citizens of Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman can purchase property with minimal restrictions.
The Buying Process
1. Get a Tax Number. 2. Open a Turkish Bank Account. 3. Property Search. 4. Valuation Report. 5. Title Deed Transfer.
Best Neighborhoods
Başakşehir: Most popular for Arab families. Beylikdüzü: Excellent value. Bakırköy: Central, upscale.
Short-term rental in Istanbul is regulated under Law No. 7464. Any rental of 100 days or less requires a Tourism Rental Permit from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, and for an apartment in a multi-unit building the application needs a notarised, unanimous decision by all the flat owners in the building. Since 1 April 2026 Airbnb requires a valid permit number on every Turkish listing, and fines for renting without a permit start at 100,000 TL. Before buying with short-term rental in mind, check first whether the building's owners will give consent — that is what decides whether the plan is possible.
Payment Methods
Bank transfers through the Turkish banking system. Some developers accept installments over 12-36 months.
How Viaturkey Helps
Arabic-speaking team accompanies you through every step. Contact us on WhatsApp for a free consultation.