Attention homeowners, landowners, and business property owners: Late payment penalties are coming

The first installment payments for the 2026 property tax remain a key issue for property owners. The payment period for the first installment of the tax, which is collected annually from those who own residential properties, plots of land, workplaces, or fields, ends on June 1. Those who do not make the payment by the specified date will be charged a late payment penalty as required by law.

Property tax is collected in two equal installments. While the first installment payments for this year began in March, the second installment payment period will begin in November. Taxpayers who wish to do so may also pay their property tax in a single lump sum before the first installment period ends.

Citizens can easily complete their payment transactions via the e-Devlet platform, the Revenue Administration's website, and the digital service portals of their respective municipalities. Additionally, debt inquiries and payment transactions can be carried out using municipal counters, banks, or online payment systems. Since some municipalities do not have digital integration, it is necessary to use the services provided on the relevant municipality's own website in such cases.

Due to the new real estate fair value assessments applied throughout 2026, there are increases in property tax debts this year compared to last year. Property owners are required to make payments based on the new amounts.

WHO IS REQUIRED TO PAY THIS TAX, AND WHO IS EXEMPT?

Exemption rights are granted to certain citizens regarding property tax payments. Individuals who own a single residence with a gross area not exceeding 200 square meters and have no income, as well as retirees, widows and orphans of martyrs, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, are exempt from the tax. However, this exemption does not apply to those who own more than one property or have shares in more than one house. Furthermore, properties that are completely unusable, demolished, or in a ruinous state are also excluded from the scope of the tax.

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