Our Fees
What we charge
Bosphorus Brokers charges the standard Turkish real-estate brokerage fee. There are no hidden costs, no marked-up property prices and no "foreigner pricing".
- 2% brokerage fee from the buyer, based on the agreed sale price.
- 2% brokerage fee from the seller, based on the agreed sale price.
- 20% VAT (KDV) is added to the brokerage fee, as required by Turkish law.
The same fee for everyone
Our fee is identical for Turkish citizens and foreign buyers. We do not inflate property prices for international clients, and we do not take undisclosed commissions from developers on top of our stated fee. You see the same price a local buyer sees.
A worked example
On a property purchased for USD 400,000, the buyer-side brokerage fee is 2%, which is USD 8,000. With 20% VAT added, the total payable to Bosphorus Brokers is USD 9,600. The seller pays their own 2% plus VAT on the same basis.
When the fee is payable
Our fee becomes payable on successful completion, at the title deed (TAPU) transfer. If a purchase does not complete, you owe us no brokerage fee.
What the fee includes
- Property search and a shortlist matched to your budget and goals
- Viewings in person or online, and honest comparison between projects
- Price and payment-plan negotiation on your behalf
- Legal due diligence coordination and title-deed verification
- Support with your tax number, bank account and the Land Registry appointment
- Guidance on Turkish citizenship or a residence permit where the purchase qualifies
Costs that are not our fee
Several government and third-party costs apply to any Turkish property purchase and are separate from our brokerage fee. These include the title deed transfer fee (4% of the declared value), the official valuation report, notary and sworn translation fees, DASK earthquake insurance and utility connections. We set these out for your specific purchase before you commit, and you can read the full breakdown in our cost of buying property in Turkey guide.
Frequently asked questions
Do foreigners pay a higher fee than Turkish citizens?
No. Our brokerage fee is exactly the same for foreign and Turkish clients: 2% plus VAT from each side.
Is the brokerage fee negotiable?
2% per side plus VAT is the standard rate applied in the Turkish market and it is what we charge. If a transaction is unusually large or complex, talk to us and we will tell you clearly what is possible.
Do you also take a commission from the developer?
We disclose how we are paid on every transaction. Where a developer pays a sales commission on a new-build project, we tell you, so you always know who is paying us and how much.
What happens if I do not buy?
You pay nothing. Searches, viewings and consultations carry no charge; our fee only applies on a completed purchase.