You have completed your home search, planned your budget, and found the property of your dreams. Now it’s time for the final step that will formalize this important investment: the title deed transfer.

However, during title deed procedures, a missing document, incorrect information, or even a small overlooked detail can cause the process to take longer. For this reason, it is very important to prepare the required documents in full before your land registry appointment and to plan the process correctly.

Here’s what you need to know to complete the title deed transfer smoothly:

Step 1: Create Your Application via Web Tapu

Title deed procedures are now largely carried out digitally. The first stage of the process is submitting a pre-application through the Web Tapu system.

The seller selects the property in the system, enters the buyer’s information, and creates the application. After the application is reviewed, the parties are informed via SMS. This message includes the appointment date, transaction time, the fees to be paid, and accrual details.

Submitting the pre-application completely is critical for the process to move forward quickly.

Step 2: Prepare the Required Documents in Full

To avoid any issues on the appointment day, the required documents should be prepared in advance.

Documents Required for the Seller

• Original or photocopy of the title deed for the property
• Original Turkish ID card
• Current fair value information obtained from the municipality
• Valid DASK (Compulsory Earthquake Insurance) policy

Documents Required for the Buyer

• Original Turkish ID card
• Biometric or passport photo taken within the last six months (to be used when required)

Documents That May Be Requested in Special Cases

If the transaction will be carried out by power of attorney:

The original notarized power of attorney authorizing the title deed transfer is required.

If a housing loan will be used:

Mortgage documents prepared by the bank and the details of the bank representative who will take part in the transaction should be kept ready.

Step 3: Complete the Title Deed Fee and Other Payments

The SMS sent to the parties after the application includes payment details and the accrual number.

The title deed fee is calculated at 4% of the sale price. Unless there is a different agreement between the parties, this amount is shared equally by the buyer and the seller.

In addition, the revolving fund service fee must also be paid before the transaction.

Completing the payments before the appointment time and having the receipts ready helps the procedures to be finalized more quickly.

Step 4: Signature and Transfer at the Land Registry Directorate

At the scheduled appointment time, the buyer and seller are present at the relevant land registry directorate. Depending on the transaction, the real estate consultant, bank representative, or attorney may also accompany the process.

The land registry officer verifies identities and takes the parties’ declarations regarding the sale. After confirming that the sale price has been delivered and that the parties accept the transaction terms, the official documents are signed.

Once the signatures are completed, the ownership right passes to the new owner and the title deed transfer is officially completed.

The Key to Completing Title Deed Procedures Smoothly: Being Prepared

The title deed transfer is the most important stage of a real estate purchase and sale process. Preparing the required documents in full, making payments on time, and checking all details before the appointment ensure that the procedures are completed quickly, securely, and smoothly.

At Home, we stand by you at every stage of your real estate journey; we make your processes easier by ensuring you access the right information at the right time. Because the most enjoyable part of a new beginning is completing all procedures with confidence and stepping into your new life.