English Speaking Lawyer in Antalya

Antalya is home to thousands of British property owners and residents, and welcomes millions of holidaymakers every year. When you need legal help there, you need a lawyer who speaks your language and understands how things work for foreigners. Our Antalya team is led by Can Canko, a solicitor of England and Wales and Turkish lawyer.

Antalya legal services at a glance

• Who we help: British and international property owners, residents, visitors and businesses

• Language: everything explained in English

• From abroad: most work can be done under a power of attorney, so you don't need to travel

• Costs: clear fees agreed before we start

Why choose our Antalya law firm?

• Led by a UK solicitor who is also a Turkish lawyer

• Plain English advice with no legal jargon

• Experience with foreign clients and the issues they actually face

• One team for matters that involve both the UK and Turkey

Legal help for everyone

Whether you are buying a holiday home, settling in Antalya for retirement, running a business or dealing with a problem after a holiday, we can help.

Help with buying or selling property

Buying property in Antalya should be exciting, not risky. Before you pay a deposit we check:

• The title deed (tapu): that the seller owns the property and has the right to sell

• Debts and restrictions: mortgages, liens or legal charges on the property

• Planning and building permits: including the occupancy certificate (iskan)

• The contract: that it protects you, in clear terms

We then attend the title deed transfer, in person or under a power of attorney.

Business contracts made simple

From commercial leases to supplier agreements and company formation, we draft and review contracts so your business is protected from the start.

Inheritance made easy

If a relative has left property in Antalya, we obtain the certificate of inheritance, deal with inheritance tax and transfer the title to the heirs, including heirs who live in the UK.

Bankruptcy and financial help

Debt recovery, enforcement proceedings and help if you are facing financial difficulty or are owed money by a Turkish company or individual.

Support for local and international clients

We work with Turkish residents and foreign nationals alike, and we are used to running matters for clients who live in the UK and visit Antalya only occasionally.

Common situations we help with in Antalya

• A villa purchase that went wrong: missing permits, debts on the property or a developer who won't hand over the title deed

• Selling your property: from valuation advice to the tax position and the title transfer

• A holiday accident: injuries at a hotel, on an excursion or on the road

• A family death: property in Antalya that needs to pass to the heirs

• Living in Antalya: residence permits, rental agreements and everyday legal questions

How it works when you live in the UK

1. Tell us what you need using the form below.

2. We explain your options and agree the cost with you.

3. You sign a power of attorney at a Turkish consulate in the UK or before a notary with an apostille.

4. We act for you in Antalya, keeping you updated in English at every stage.

Frequently asked questions

Can foreigners buy property in Antalya?

Yes, British nationals can buy property in Antalya, subject to some restrictions in military and security zones. We check this as part of our searches.

Can a UK will cover my property in Antalya?

A UK will can sometimes be recognised in Turkey, but Turkish inheritance rules still apply to Turkish property. We can advise whether a separate Turkish will makes sense.

How long does a property purchase take?

Once checks are complete, the title deed transfer itself can often be arranged within a few weeks, depending on the land registry and any permits needed.

Talk to us today

Tell us about your matter using the form below. We will reply promptly, explain your options in plain English and tell you what it will cost before you commit.

We are an English-speaking law firm in Antalya, led by a UK solicitor. We act for UK and international clients on property, inheritance, residence permits, holiday injury claims and disputes.