Short-Term Rental Law in Turkey: Airbnb, Tourism Rentals and Permit Requirements

Short-term accommodation through Airbnb, Booking.com, holiday-rental websites, social media and private reservation channels has become a significant part of Turkey’s tourism and real estate market. Property owners may generate income by renting apartments, villas and residences for a few nights or weeks, while visitors may prefer private homes to traditional hotels.

However, short-term rental activity in Turkey can no longer be treated as an ordinary residential lease arranged informally between an owner and a guest.

Law No. 7464 on the Rental of Residential Properties for Tourism Purposes introduced a specific licensing, inspection and sanctions regime for homes rented for periods of 100 days or less. The Law and its implementing Regulation entered into force on 1 January 2024. The Regulation was subsequently amended, including significant amendments in 2024 and 2025, and the consolidated rules remain applicable in 2026.

Under this system, a property owner who wishes to offer a home for a stay of 100 days or less must generally obtain a Tourism Rental Permit, known in Turkish as a Turizm Amaçlı Kiralama İzin Belgesi, before entering into the short-term rental agreement.

The legislation applies regardless of whether the accommodation is marketed as an Airbnb, holiday home, business apartment, medical-stay residence, student accommodation or temporary family residence. The legal definition focuses primarily on the length and nature of the individual rental transaction, not merely on the purpose stated in the advertisement.

A single rental agreement for more than 100 days generally falls outside Law No. 7464. By contrast, an agreement for exactly 100 days or less falls within the tourism-rental system and ordinarily requires a permit. The Ministry’s official guidance also confirms that the purpose of the stay—such as travel, education, healthcare, sport or work—does not remove the transaction from the short-term regime.

Failure to obtain the permit may result in substantial administrative fines, repeated sanctions, removal of online advertisements and, where unlawful activity continues, penalties reaching seven-figure Turkish lira amounts. Official Ministry guidance states that administrative fines applicable in 2026 may range from TRY 180,617 to TRY 1,806,177, depending on the infringement and enforcement stage.

This guide explains short-term rental law in Turkey, including the 100-day rule, permit applications, condominium approval, Airbnb advertisements, detached houses, high-quality residences, safety standards, identity notifications, user rights, administrative penalties and legal risks for property owners, tenants, agencies and online platforms.

What Is a Tourism-Purpose Short-Term Rental?

Law No. 7464 defines tourism-purpose rental as renting a residential property to users for a period of no more than 100 days on each occasion.

The definition covers rentals to both natural persons and legal entities. It is therefore not limited to foreign tourists or holidaymakers.

A rental may fall within the Law where the home is used for:

• A holiday;
• A business trip;
• Temporary corporate accommodation;
• Medical treatment;
• Education;
• A sporting event;
• Visiting relatives;
• Remote working;
• Seasonal residence; or
• Another temporary purpose.

The title given to the agreement is not decisive. Calling a document a “temporary residential agreement,” “guest-use agreement” or “seasonal occupancy contract” does not remove the permit requirement if the substance of the transaction is a rental of 100 days or less.

The authorities may examine the actual duration, payment records, advertisements, guest changes and manner in which the property is operated.

The 100-Day Threshold

The 100-day threshold must be assessed for each individual rental contract.

A contract for 30 nights clearly falls within the short-term tourism-rental legislation. A contract for exactly 100 days is also covered. A single contract for 101 days or longer is generally outside the direct scope of Law No. 7464.

However, the legislation contains an anti-avoidance rule.

A person who repeatedly enters into contracts of more than 100 days for the same property may still face a significant administrative fine where the same residence is rented more than four times within one year from the date of the first contract. The purpose is to prevent operators from avoiding the licensing system by preparing artificial contracts slightly longer than 100 days while continuing to conduct a high-turnover accommodation business.

Property owners should therefore avoid assuming that a series of 101-day contracts automatically creates a lawful exemption.

The authorities may review:

• How frequently occupants change;
• Whether the contracts reflect actual occupation;
• Online listing history;
• Payment dates;
• Utility use;
• Identity notifications;
• Reservation records; and
• Whether the arrangement is effectively operated as short-term accommodation.

Is a Permit Required for Airbnb in Turkey?

Yes, where a residential property is offered through Airbnb or another platform for stays of 100 days or less, a tourism rental permit is generally required before the rental agreement is concluded.

Airbnb is not itself a substitute for government authorisation. Creating a listing, accepting a reservation or receiving a platform payment does not legalise an unlicensed property.

The same rule applies where reservations are obtained through:

• Booking websites;
• Social media;
• Real estate agents;
• Personal websites;
• Messaging applications;
• Corporate accommodation intermediaries;
• Travel agencies; or
• Direct communication between the owner and guest.

The decisive question is whether a residential property is being rented for 100 days or less, not which website or payment system is used.

The Permit Must Be Obtained Before the Contract

The tourism rental permit must be obtained before the short-term rental agreement is made.

An owner should not publish the property, accept reservations and wait to see whether the application will be approved later. Operating first and applying afterward may lead to sanctions for unlicensed activity.

The permit confirms only that the particular residential unit satisfies the relevant regulatory requirements and may be offered for tourism-purpose rental. It applies to the authorised independent unit rather than automatically covering the entire building or other properties owned by the same person.

A separate legal assessment is required for each property, although a single application or permit document may cover multiple qualifying units belonging to the same person in the same building under the conditions established by the Regulation. Separate plaques are ordinarily issued for each property.

Who May Apply for the Permit?

The permit obligation primarily belongs to the landlord.

Under the current rules, the applicant may generally be:

• The registered property owner;
• The holder of a registered usufruct right;
• The holder of a registered building or superficies right;
• An authorised legal entity; or
• In specific high-quality residence and timeshare structures, the authorised management or marketing enterprise.

An ordinary residential tenant cannot generally obtain a permit merely because the landlord has allowed subletting under the private rental agreement.

The law prohibits a person who rents a home for personal residential use from independently re-renting it to third parties for tourism purposes. It also prohibits a user who rents an authorised tourism residence from re-renting that residence in their own name and for their own account.

An exception applies where a legal entity rents the authorised residence and makes it available to its own personnel rather than independently marketing it to third-party customers.

Can an Estate Agent Operate the Property?

The permit remains connected with the legally authorised landlord or right holder.

Where the tourism rental activity is conducted by someone other than the landlord, the Law provides that such activity may be carried out exclusively through a licensed Group A travel agency under the Travel Agencies Law.

This means that an ordinary property manager, estate agent or individual intermediary should not assume that a standard property-management agreement is sufficient to conduct short-term tourism rentals.

The legal structure should distinguish between:

• The permit holder;
• The property owner;
• The person receiving the rental income;
• The person managing reservations;
• The entity collecting guest payments;
• The company conducting cleaning and maintenance; and
• Any licensed travel agency involved in marketing.

Where a high-quality residence is involved, the Regulation contains additional rules for management enterprises and licensed marketing enterprises.

How Is the Permit Application Made?

Tourism rental permit applications must be submitted exclusively through the e-Government system.

Physical applications made outside the electronic system are not evaluated and are returned to the applicant. The Ministry of Culture and Tourism provides the current application interface and guidance through e-Government.

The provincial directorate examines the application documents and must ordinarily complete the application process within 60 days.

Where the documents are accepted and the permit is issued, an on-site inspection is conducted within 30 days after issuance. The fact that the electronic application was approved does not eliminate the later inspection requirement.

If deficiencies are identified, the permit holder may be granted time to correct them. Continued non-compliance may result in an administrative fine and eventual cancellation of the permit.

Principal Application Documents

The exact application file depends on the identity of the applicant, title status and type of residence.

An individual applicant generally provides identity information. A foreign owner may need a passport copy together with a foreign identity number or Turkish tax identification number.

A corporate applicant generally provides:

• Tax identification information;
• Trade registry or MERSİS details;
• Representation documents; and
• Signature documents for authorised representatives.

The applicant must also provide current documentation showing ownership or another qualifying real right over the residence.

Where the title record does not show residential condominium ownership or residential construction servitude, additional documentation concerning lawful residential use may be required, such as a residential building registration document or occupancy-related document, depending on the property’s status.

Applications submitted through an attorney require an appropriately prepared notarised power of attorney.

Co-Owned Residential Property

Where the property is jointly owned, approval requirements depend on the type of co-ownership.

For shared ownership, the Regulation requires written declarations from owners satisfying the relevant majority by both ownership share and number of owners.

For joint ownership, all owners must provide the required written declarations.

The application must also identify the person authorised to represent the owners before the Ministry and bear responsibility in relation to the tourism rental activity.

Joint owners should regulate their internal relationship separately, including:

• Distribution of rental income;
• Payment of taxes and expenses;
• Liability for administrative fines;
• Management authority;
• Cancellation of reservations;
• Maintenance obligations; and
• Termination of the activity.

Is Unanimous Condominium Approval Required?

For a residence located in a building containing multiple independent units, unanimous condominium approval is generally one of the most significant permit requirements.

Law No. 7464 requires submission of a unanimous resolution approving tourism rental activity in the relevant building. Under the current Regulation, the application generally includes a notarised copy of the unanimous resolution adopted by the owners of the residential independent units in that building.

In a residential complex containing several separate buildings, the ordinary rule is applied with reference to the building in which the tourism residence is located rather than automatically requiring approval from every owner across the entire complex.

A copy of the issued permit must also be communicated to the site management.

This unanimity requirement can make Airbnb-style operation difficult in ordinary apartment buildings. Even where 20 out of 21 owners approve the activity, the absence of the remaining required consent may prevent the permit from being issued.

Exceptions to the Unanimous Approval Rule

The Regulation contains important exceptions for:

• Detached residences;
• High-quality residences;
• Certain timeshare properties.

For these categories, the general unanimous building-resolution requirement and the 25% limitation may not apply in the same way. Nevertheless, each category has its own documentation and structural conditions.

A detached villa does not automatically qualify merely because the property is described as “detached” in an advertisement. The title structure, physical entrance, building characteristics and official property status should be examined.

Similarly, a luxury apartment is not automatically a high-quality residence within the meaning of the Regulation. It must satisfy the regulatory definition and documentation requirements.

What Is a High-Quality Residence?

A high-quality residence, commonly described as a residence or serviced residence, is a multi-unit residential building satisfying specific planning and service conditions.

The current regulatory definition requires residential standards, reception, security and daily cleaning areas, together with the provision of at least two additional services such as healthcare, dry cleaning, laundry, transportation, food, shopping service, gym or swimming pool.

The application generally requires:

• Official evidence that the property was constructed in an eligible planning area;
• A management plan registered or annotated in the land registry;
• Owner approval where a management enterprise applies;
• Management-enterprise consent where a marketing enterprise applies; and
• A travel agency certificate for an authorised marketing enterprise.

High-quality residences may be operated through an eligible residence management structure, and the permit may in certain cases be issued in the name of the operating company.

The 25% Limitation in Ordinary Buildings

In buildings containing more than three independent units, permits may generally be issued in the name of the same landlord for no more than 25% of the independent units.

For example, in a building containing eight independent units, the percentage calculation may permit only two units to be licensed in the name of the same landlord.

The 25% restriction is intended to prevent ordinary residential buildings from being transformed extensively into accommodation businesses without the additional structure required for commercial operation.

Detached residences, qualifying high-quality residences and specified timeshare structures are exempt from the general 25% rule under the Regulation.

More Than Five Units in the Same Building

Where the number of independent units for which a permit is requested in the name of the same landlord exceeds five in the same building, additional requirements apply.

The applicant must provide a business opening and operating licence.

If the building is located within a residential complex consisting of multiple buildings, a notarised unanimous decision from all condominium owners in the complex may also be required in addition to the ordinary building approval.

Owners planning a portfolio-based short-term rental business should therefore conduct regulatory due diligence before purchasing several units in the same building.

Does the Permit Change the Property’s Zoning Status?

No.

The tourism rental permit shows that the particular residence satisfies the requirements of the tourism-rental Regulation and may be rented under that framework. It does not change the property’s principal residential function.

The permit does not amend the zoning plan, legalise an unauthorised structure or create rights under zoning, coastal or other property legislation.

A property owner may therefore need to examine separately:

• Zoning compliance;
• Occupancy permission;
• Building registration status;
• Condominium management rules;
• Municipal licensing;
• Fire-safety requirements;
• Coastal legislation;
• Heritage restrictions; and
• Other local or sector-specific requirements.

Obtaining one tourism permit should not be treated as a complete legal clearance for every aspect of the property.

Minimum Physical Requirements

A tourism rental residence must satisfy minimum accommodation and safety standards.

The property must include at least:

• One bed;
• A toilet and bathroom;
• A living area; and
• A kitchen arrangement.

The residence must have hot and cold water, suitable beds, pillows, bed linen, weather-appropriate bedding and towels for users.

It must also include a chemical fire extinguisher and smoke detectors in all permanently separated areas other than bathrooms and toilets.

The furniture, decoration, equipment and devices must be clean, maintained, operational and compliant with applicable standards.

Property owners should not wait for the inspection to purchase essential safety equipment. The residence should satisfy the standards when the application is made and must continue to satisfy them throughout operation.

Maximum Guest Capacity

Capacity is calculated principally according to the number of bedrooms.

Each bedroom is generally calculated for two persons, with an additional maximum capacity of two persons outside the bedroom calculation.

Regardless of the number of rooms, the maximum number of persons who may stay in one residence is generally 12, excluding children under the age of three.

Accepting users above the authorised capacity may result in an administrative fine.

The permit itself records the maximum number of persons who may stay in the residence. Advertisements, reservation systems and guest instructions should be consistent with that authorised capacity.

Can Rooms Be Rented Separately?

No.

An authorised tourism residence cannot ordinarily be divided into rooms and rented through separate agreements to unrelated users.

The residence must be rented as the authorised residential unit. Separate room-by-room accommodation may constitute a different type of accommodation activity and may trigger sanctions under the tourism rental legislation.

For example, an owner should not obtain one permit for a three-bedroom apartment and then create three separate Airbnb listings for each bedroom.

The prohibition applies even where common areas are shared and each guest signs a separate short-term contract.

The Official Plaque Requirement

A plaque prepared and officially marked by the Ministry must be displayed at the entrance of the authorised residence.

The plaque includes information such as:

• The designation identifying the property as a tourism residence;
• The permit date and number;
• Contact information for the permit holder; and
• The property address.

Failure to display the plaque results in an administrative fine and a correction period. Continued failure after that period leads to a substantially higher fine.

The plaque should not be removed merely because some condominium owners or neighbours object to its appearance. It is a statutory operating requirement.

Advertising Requirements

Every online or offline advertisement for the property must display the tourism rental permit number in a readable manner.

Advertisements must also provide accurate information concerning the property’s main characteristics.

The current Regulation requires detailed disclosure that may include:

• Location;
• Authorised capacity;
• Floor number;
• Balcony or terrace;
• Number of bedrooms and bathrooms;
• Bed types;
• Furniture and appliances;
• Heating and cooling;
• Internet availability;
• Parking;
• Pool, spa and sports facilities;
• Accessibility arrangements;
• Pet policy;
• Cleaning service;
• Check-in and check-out times; and
• Building or site rules.

Advertisements must not mislead users about the location, physical condition, services or features of the property.

Owners should ensure that the permit information is added not only to major booking platforms but also to social media posts, personal websites and agent advertisements.

Responsibilities of Online Platforms

Online marketplaces and intermediary service providers may face sanctions where they facilitate the electronic promotion of unlicensed tourism rentals.

Where the Ministry issues a warning concerning an unlawful listing, the intermediary must remove the relevant content within 24 hours.

Failure to comply may result in an administrative fine for each property. The authorities may also order removal of the content or restriction of access. Further non-compliance may lead to additional sanctions.

Platforms such as Airbnb may therefore request permit numbers and verification information from hosts.

However, the platform’s acceptance of a permit number does not guarantee that the owner has complied with every other legal requirement. Responsibility remains with the permit holder and other legally responsible actors.

Identity Notification Requirements

Tourism residences are subject to the Identity Notification Law No. 1774.

The permit holder is treated as the responsible person for identity-notification purposes. The relevant information concerning persons staying in the residence must be reported in accordance with the applicable system and procedures.

The permit holder must also comply with personal data protection legislation when collecting, storing and transmitting guest information.

Identity documents should not be copied, shared or retained without a lawful basis and appropriate security measures.

The operator should establish a written procedure covering:

• Collection of required information;
• Notification to the competent system;
• Data retention;
• Access restrictions;
• Deletion periods;
• Privacy notices; and
• Response to data breaches.

Cleaning and Maintenance Obligations

The permit holder must deliver the property with all required standards satisfied.

At a minimum, cleaning and maintenance must be performed whenever the user changes. The operator must also carry out regular pest control and retain records relating to these activities.

Building and site rules must be communicated to users in writing or through an online system.

A professional operation should keep records of:

• Cleaning dates;
• Cleaning personnel or contractors;
• Linen changes;
• Maintenance checks;
• Smoke detector tests;
• Fire extinguisher validity;
• Pest-control services;
• Repairs;
• Guest complaints; and
• Corrective action.

These records may become important during an inspection or in a dispute with a guest.

Relationship with Neighbours and Building Management

Possession of a tourism rental permit does not allow guests to ignore condominium rules, noise restrictions or the rights of neighbouring owners and occupants.

The permit holder should communicate all applicable site and building rules before check-in.

Relevant matters may include:

• Noise;
• Parties and events;
• Shared pool use;
• Parking;
• Waste disposal;
• Pet restrictions;
• Security access;
• Use of common areas;
• Smoking; and
• Check-in procedures.

Repeated disturbance may lead to condominium-law claims, compensation disputes and administrative intervention.

The permit may also be cancelled where authorised public institutions report that the residence is being used in a manner contrary to public order, public security or public morality.

The Short-Term Rental Contract

The permit holder and user should enter into a clear written agreement.

Although online booking terms may form part of the contractual relationship, the parties should ensure that the agreement identifies:

• The permit holder;
• The permit number;
• The authorised residence;
• The user;
• The rental dates;
• The total price;
• Payment and refund terms;
• Security deposit;
• Guest capacity;
• Check-in and check-out;
• Cancellation rules;
• Damage liability;
• Building rules;
• Prohibited use;
• Identity notification;
• Personal data processing; and
• Dispute-resolution provisions.

Under Law No. 7464, the tourism rental agreement ends when the period stated in the agreement expires.

The arrangement should not be confused automatically with a protected long-term residential lease renewed under the ordinary provisions of the Turkish Code of Obligations.

User and Guest Rights

The permit holder must provide the residence under the conditions promised in the contract and advertisement.

Administrative sanctions may apply where:

• The advertisement is misleading;
• Promised features are unavailable;
• The residence is provided for a period shorter than agreed;
• The residence is not delivered at all; or
• Payment is not refunded within the statutory correction period after non-delivery.

The underlying statutory fines are revalued annually. Official guidance confirms that the 2026 administrative sanctions under the system may range from TRY 180,617 to TRY 1,806,177.

A guest may also have contractual, consumer-law and compensation claims depending on:

• The identity of the operator;
• How the reservation was made;
• Whether the service was defective;
• Cancellation terms;
• Financial loss; and
• The status of the guest as a consumer.

What Happens If the Permit Is Cancelled?

A tourism rental permit may be cancelled where:

• The permit holder requests cancellation;
• The activity has ended;
• A change of owner or right holder is not handled properly;
• The residence is used contrary to public order, security or morality; or
• Regulatory deficiencies remain unresolved after sanctions and correction periods.

Cancellation does not automatically eliminate the rights of persons who have already entered into a valid tourism rental contract. The Law states that users’ rights continue until the end of their contractual period.

Nevertheless, the operator may be unable to accept new reservations after cancellation.

The owner should review existing bookings, refund obligations, platform rules and notification requirements immediately.

Sale or Transfer of the Property

The tourism rental permit is connected with the authorised landlord or right holder and the specific property.

Where the landlord changes through a legal transaction other than inheritance, the change must be notified within the statutory period. Failure to notify may result in an administrative fine.

If the required new application or transfer-related procedure is not completed within the additional period, the permit may be cancelled.

The sale agreement should therefore address:

• Existing permit status;
• Future reservations;
• Guest payments;
• Platform accounts;
• Security deposits;
• Tax liabilities;
• Administrative fines;
• The official plaque;
• Cancellation rights; and
• Responsibility for permit-transfer procedures.

A purchaser should not assume that the seller’s permit may continue automatically in the purchaser’s name.

Administrative Penalties for Unlicensed Activity

The statutory fines in Law No. 7464 were established as base amounts and are revalued annually.

The enforcement structure includes separate penalties for:

• Renting without a permit;
• Continuing after the first sanction;
• Continuing after a second correction period;
• Re-renting a tourism residence;
• A residential tenant re-renting the property to tourists;
• Intermediating unlicensed rentals;
• Failure by online platforms to remove unlawful content;
• Misleading advertisements;
• Failure to deliver the residence;
• Failure to refund the user;
• Failure to display the plaque;
• Excess capacity;
• Missing minimum standards; and
• Repeated use of artificial contracts longer than 100 days.

Under the original statutory structure, continued unlicensed activity progresses from the initial per-property fine to higher fines and ultimately a base fine of TRY 1,000,000. The actual amounts applied in 2026 are higher because of annual revaluation.

Operating without a permit should therefore not be treated as a minor administrative irregularity.

Can a Tenant List the Property on Airbnb?

An ordinary tenant who rented a property to use as a home cannot lawfully list it for tourism rental in their own name and for their own account merely because the landlord gave informal permission.

Law No. 7464 expressly sanctions tenants who re-rent residential properties for tourism purposes.

The permit is generally obtained by the property owner or qualifying real-right holder. Where another person manages the tourism rental activity, the statutory agency and authorisation rules must be followed.

A landlord discovering unauthorised Airbnb use may have several possible remedies:

• Termination based on unauthorised use or subletting;
• Eviction proceedings;
• Compensation for damage;
• Claims for building penalties;
• Reporting the unlawful activity; and
• Recovery of administrative losses caused by the tenant.

The correct remedy depends on the rental agreement, evidence, notices and conduct of the parties.

Are Long-Term Rentals Still Permitted?

Yes.

A single rental agreement for more than 100 days is generally outside Law No. 7464. The relationship may instead be governed primarily by the Turkish Code of Obligations and ordinary rental law.

Official Ministry guidance also states that a property holding a tourism rental permit may be rented through both shorter and longer agreements. There is no annual maximum number of lawful short-term rentals for a properly authorised property. However, the permit is required whenever the property is to be rented even once for 100 days or less.

Owners should not confuse the two regimes.

Long-term residential rental may create statutory renewal and eviction protections for the tenant. Short-term tourism accommodation ends at the contractual date and is subject to the tourism permit, inspection and guest-registration system.

Tax and Financial Obligations

A tourism rental permit does not eliminate tax and accounting obligations.

Depending on the structure of the activity, relevant issues may include:

• Individual rental income tax;
• Commercial income;
• Corporate income tax;
• Value-added tax;
• Invoice or receipt obligations;
• Tourism promotion and development agency contributions;
• Platform commission;
• Withholding arrangements;
• Local fees; and
• Accounting records.

Law No. 7464 expressly permits sanctions where the document showing payment of the tourism contribution is not submitted within the required period or produced during inspection.

The correct tax treatment depends on factors such as frequency, services provided, ownership structure, legal personality and manner in which the operation is organised.

Property owners should obtain separate tax advice rather than assuming that declaring ordinary residential rental income is always sufficient.

Inspection Powers

The Ministry of Culture and Tourism has authority to inspect tourism rental properties and may exercise this power through the provincial authorities.

The authorised property must continue to satisfy the conditions on which the permit was issued.

The permit holder must make the residence properly available for a notified inspection. Preventing or obstructing an inspection may lead to enforcement action.

Inspections may examine:

• Permit information;
• Plaque display;
• Safety equipment;
• Smoke detectors;
• Guest capacity;
• Furniture and facilities;
• Cleaning records;
• Pest-control records;
• Advertisement accuracy;
• Identity notifications; and
• Compliance with building rules.

Challenging an Administrative Sanction

Administrative fines, permit refusals and permit cancellations should be reviewed promptly.

The available judicial remedy, competent authority and application period may vary according to whether the challenged measure is an administrative fine, a permit decision, an access restriction or another administrative act.

The affected person should preserve:

• The sanction decision;
• Notification documents;
• Inspection report;
• Permit application;
• Title documents;
• Condominium resolution;
• Advertisements;
• Rental contracts;
• Platform records;
• Identity notifications;
• Photographs; and
• Evidence of corrective action.

Missing the applicable legal period may prevent substantive judicial review.

Practical Checklist for Property Owners

Before advertising a property for short-term rental, the owner should:

1. Verify that the title and residential use are suitable.
2. Determine whether the property is an apartment, detached residence or qualifying high-quality residence.
3. Obtain the required condominium resolution.
4. Check the 25% limitation.
5. Determine whether a business opening and operating licence is required.
6. Prepare the ownership and identity documents.
7. Submit the application through e-Government.
8. Install fire extinguishers and smoke detectors.
9. Prepare the property according to the minimum standards.
10. Wait for the permit before concluding short-term contracts.
11. Display the official plaque.
12. Add the permit number to every advertisement.
13. Establish identity-notification and data-protection procedures.
14. Keep cleaning, maintenance and pest-control records.
15. Review taxation and tourism-contribution obligations.
16. Monitor platform listings for accuracy.

Practical Checklist for Guests

A guest considering a short-term residence should:

1. Check whether the advertisement displays a permit number.
2. Compare the permit information with the address.
3. Verify the authorised guest capacity.
4. Review cancellation and refund rules.
5. Confirm the identity of the contracting permit holder.
6. Preserve the booking confirmation and payment receipt.
7. Record the property’s condition at check-in.
8. Follow building and site rules.
9. Report serious deficiencies immediately.
10. Avoid paying through untraceable methods.

The Ministry maintains a searchable record of authorised tourism rental residences, allowing permit information to be checked.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does every Airbnb property in Turkey need a permit?

A residential property rented for 100 days or less generally requires a tourism rental permit, regardless of whether the booking is made through Airbnb or another method.

Is a 100-day contract covered?

Yes. The legislation applies to contracts of exactly 100 days as well as shorter periods.

Is a 101-day contract exempt?

A genuine single contract longer than 100 days is generally outside Law No. 7464. Repeated use of more-than-100-day contracts may nevertheless trigger the anti-avoidance sanction.

Can an ordinary tenant obtain the permit?

The permit is generally obtained by the owner or qualifying real-right holder. A residential tenant cannot normally operate the home as an independent tourism rental.

Is condominium approval required?

For an ordinary unit in a multi-unit residential building, a notarised unanimous resolution is generally required.

Is condominium approval required for a detached villa?

Detached residences are exempt from the general unanimity and 25% requirements under the Regulation, although other application conditions still apply.

Can one owner license every apartment in a building?

In a building with more than three units, permits in the same landlord’s name are generally limited to 25% of the independent units, subject to regulatory exceptions.

What happens if more than five units are operated?

A business opening and operating licence is required, together with additional condominium approval where the building is located in a multi-building residential complex.

Must the permit number appear in the Airbnb advertisement?

Yes. The permit number must be published clearly in every marketing and advertising environment.

Is a plaque required?

Yes. The Ministry plaque must be displayed at the entrance to the authorised residence.

Can rooms be rented separately?

No. The authorised residence cannot ordinarily be divided into individual rooms and rented to different users under separate agreements.

What is the maximum guest capacity?

Capacity is based on bedrooms, with an additional maximum of two persons, and is generally capped at 12 persons excluding children under three.

Must guest identities be reported?

Yes. The permit holder is responsible under the Identity Notification Law.

Can the permit be transferred automatically when the property is sold?

No. The owner change must be notified and the required permit procedure must be completed.

What are the penalties in 2026?

Official Ministry guidance states that sanctions may range from TRY 180,617 to TRY 1,806,177, depending on the infringement and enforcement stage.

Does the permit legalise zoning violations?

No. The permit does not amend zoning, coastal, construction or other property-law requirements.

Conclusion

Short-term rental law in Turkey has changed fundamentally since the introduction of Law No. 7464.

A residential property offered for stays of 100 days or less must generally obtain a Tourism Rental Permit before the short-term agreement is concluded.

The rule applies not only to holiday rentals but also to temporary stays for work, education, healthcare and other purposes.

An Airbnb listing is not a permit. The owner must complete the official e-Government application, satisfy title and building requirements, obtain the necessary condominium approval and prepare the property according to the regulatory accommodation and safety standards.

For ordinary apartments, obtaining a notarised unanimous decision from the relevant condominium owners is generally required. Buildings with more than three units are also subject to the 25% limitation for permits in the same landlord’s name.

Detached residences, high-quality residences and certain timeshare structures benefit from specific exceptions, but they remain subject to their own documentary and operational conditions.

After the permit is issued, the residence is inspected. It must contain the required living areas, water, beds, linen, towels, fire extinguisher, smoke detectors and functioning equipment.

The permit number must appear in every advertisement, and the official plaque must be displayed at the entrance.

Guest identity notification, personal data protection, cleaning, maintenance, pest control, accurate advertising and building-rule communication are continuing obligations.

Tenants cannot independently convert ordinary rented homes into Airbnb properties. Unlicensed intermediaries and online platforms that fail to remove unlawful listings may also face sanctions.

Administrative penalties are significant. In 2026, official guidance indicates that fines may range from TRY 180,617 to TRY 1,806,177.

A permit does not replace zoning, municipal, tax or condominium-law compliance. Each of these areas must be reviewed separately.

Owners planning to enter the short-term accommodation market should therefore complete legal, title, condominium, regulatory and tax due diligence before publishing the property or accepting the first reservation.

Legal Disclaimer: This article provides general information concerning short-term rental law, Airbnb accommodation and tourism rental permits in Turkey as of July 2026. It does not constitute legal or tax advice. Each property must be assessed according to its title status, building structure, condominium decisions, ownership rights, zoning position, intended operating model, application documents and current administrative practice.