In this article, we will discuss with You the meaning of incomprehensible for many potential buyers, but the main terms that you will meet when buying real estate in Turkey.
TAPU is the main and only official document for real estate in Turkey, which confirms that you are the owner of a particular property.
Iskan - a document that specifies all the technical characteristics of Your home, as well as the building where you purchased the property. Iskan on the object is issued once, when buying a home in a new building. When purchasing housing on the secondary market, the seller must pass the Iskan to You. There are two types of Iskan:
GENEL ISKAN)- a General permission to use the entire building as a whole. The developer receives it when the object is put into operation, subject to compliance with all the rules and standards adopted in Turkey. This document contains all information about the building.
FERDI ISKAN - individual technical passport for an apartment, Villa or office space. Issued on the basis of genel Iskan.
DASK is a compulsory insurance policy for all residential and commercial real estate. This policy will cover all costs of earthquake damage if it occurs.
AIDAT is a mandatory monthly payment for property maintenance. The amount of this payment is negotiated at the General meeting of residents, and also depends on the class of the complex and the services provided. Aidat must be paid by absolutely all owners of apartments in the complex, regardless of whether they live there or not.
IKAMET is a residence permit. You can apply for a residence permit immediately after receiving the TAPU.
IJRA( ICRA) - an arrest on real estate that was imposed by a court decision for one reason or another. You can check its availability quite simply by making a request to the local Cadastral office.