Yes, short-term (tourist) rentals in Turkey require a special permit (license). Requirements depend on the rental period and rental type.
Long-term rental (100 days or more)
No license required
the owner has the right to rent out the property independently
the lease agreement is drawn up and registered with a notary
Suitable for permanent tenants for periods of 1 year or more
This is the simplest and most common rental format in Mersin.
Short-term rental (less than 100 days, daily)
Strict government requirements apply to daily and tourist rentals:
Availability of a license (permit) for tourist rental
the license is issued to an agency or management company, not to an individual
Independent rental by the owner without a license is prohibited
Requirements for a residential complex
the complex must comply with established standards
Not all residential complexes are eligible for daily rentals
the consent of residents and the management company is required
Control and fines
License cost
The cost and procedure for obtaining a license depend on the rental format and the selected management company
In most cases, a license is included in the services of a property management agency
The owner receives income minus the commission, without having to independently handle guest registration and reporting
What is important for an investor to know?
In Mersin, the most stable and common option is long-term rental
For tourist rentals, it is important to initially select the appropriate property and complex
Before purchasing, we always check whether a specific apartment can be rented short-term
INCOME MERSIN advises:
Is it possible to rent out the property on a daily basis?
Which complexes are suitable for tourist rentals?
How to legally earn income without penalties and risks