Turkey's New Investment Law: What Every Foreign Buyer Needs to Know
Law No. 7582 is Turkey's most significant package of tax and investment reforms in a decade — designed specifically to attract high-net-worth foreign capital. Here is exactly what changed and what it means for you.
What Is Law No. 7582?
On June 4, 2026, Turkey published Law No. 7582 in the Official Gazette — a comprehensive legislative package targeting foreign high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors. The law amends multiple existing statutes simultaneously, including the Foreign Direct Investment Law, the Income Tax Law, and regulations governing the Citizenship by Investment programme.
The package was drafted in direct response to competition from UAE, Portugal, and Greece, all of which have aggressively reformed their investment frameworks to attract the same pool of mobile global capital. Turkey's government recognised that its previous incentive structure — while competitive — had not been updated to reflect the post-2023 global wealth migration trend.
Below we break down the key provisions that directly affect foreign property buyers and investors.
Law No. 7582 — At a Glance
Published Official Gazette · June 4, 2026
The Four Measures That Change Everything for Foreign Investors
Law No. 7582 is broad — but four specific provisions are most directly relevant to foreign property buyers and wealth holders in Turkey.
Capital Gains Tax Relief for Non-Residents
Foreign nationals who hold Turkish real estate for a minimum qualifying period now benefit from a significantly reduced capital gains tax rate on disposal. The reform aligns Turkey's treatment of non-resident property gains more closely with international norms, removing a longstanding disincentive for foreign investors who previously faced full tax exposure on exit.
Simplified Tax Residency Framework
Law No. 7582 introduces a new "qualified foreign investor" classification. Individuals meeting defined investment thresholds — including through Turkish real estate — can elect a simplified tax residency status that provides clarity on worldwide income treatment and removes previous ambiguity that had deterred some HNW buyers from structuring wealth through Turkey.
Inheritance & Wealth Transfer Provisions
For non-resident foreign nationals holding Turkish assets, the law revises the inheritance and gift tax framework — extending exemption thresholds and simplifying the succession process for foreign heirs. This directly addresses one of the most common concerns raised by HNW buyers: what happens to their Turkish property portfolio upon death or transfer to family.
Expanded Strategic Investment Zones
The law expands the geographic scope of Turkey's Strategic Investment Zones, which carry additional tax incentives including VAT exemptions, reduced corporate tax rates for investment vehicles, and streamlined approvals. Several coastal and urban areas — including zones in Istanbul and the Aegean coast — are newly designated, increasing the pool of qualifying investment locations.
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What Law 7582 Signals for Turkey's Property Market
Beyond the technical provisions, the law sends a clear strategic signal. Here is our read on what it means for the market and for foreign buyers considering Turkey.
Government Confidence Signal
Governments don't pass complex investment reform packages unless they expect significant capital inflow. Law 7582 signals that Turkey's government sees real estate as a primary vehicle for attracting the global wealth migration that has already benefited Dubai and Portugal significantly.
Tax Friction Reduced
The capital gains and inheritance provisions directly address the two biggest structural disincentives for HNW foreign buyers. Turkey has historically been competitive on entry price but lost deals on exit risk. Law 7582 closes that gap materially.
CBI Programme Strengthened
Turkey's $400,000 Citizenship by Investment threshold remains unchanged — still one of the most competitive passport programmes in the world. The new tax framework makes the post-citizenship holding experience significantly more attractive, improving the programme's value proposition beyond the passport itself.
New Buyer Pool Activated
The "qualified foreign investor" classification and simplified residency framework will attract a new cohort of buyers who previously chose Turkey only for citizenship — and then structured their actual wealth elsewhere. Law 7582 gives them a reason to consolidate their position in Turkey.
Strategic Zones Create New Hotspots
The expansion of Strategic Investment Zones will redirect capital towards specific areas offering the full suite of tax incentives. Buyers entering these zones now — ahead of broader awareness — will be positioned ahead of the curve on both yield and appreciation.
Long-Term Stability Message
Passing a law of this complexity requires significant political consensus and technical preparation. The fact that Turkey has done this now — alongside the escrow mandate (effective July 2026) — signals a deliberate, multi-measure effort to build long-run institutional confidence in the Turkish property market.
Frequently Asked Questions — Law No. 7582
The questions our foreign investor clients are asking about the new law.
Understand What Law 7582 Means for You
TruProperty Turkey works with foreign HNW buyers across Istanbul, Alanya, Bodrum, and the Turkish Aegean. Our advisors coordinate directly with licensed Turkish tax attorneys and conveyancers to ensure your investment is structured correctly under the new legal framework.
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