Usufruct Rights (İntifa) and Life Estates on Property in Turkey
Gayrimenkul Hukuku Published On: 26.07.2026 ⏱ 1 dk okuma

Usufruct Rights (İntifa) and Life Estates on Property in Turkey

Creating, managing, and removing Usufruct Rights (İntifa Hakkı) on real estate registered in the Turkish Land Registry.

Retaining Lifetime Use and Rental Income Over Property

Property owners in Turkey frequently transfer legal bare ownership (Kuru Mülkiyet) to heirs while retaining a lifetime Usufruct Right (İntifa Hakkı).

1. Rights of the Usufruct Holder

The usufruct holder enjoys exclusive rights to reside in the property, collect all rental income, and manage the premises.

2. Termination of Usufruct Rights

Usufruct rights automatically extinguish upon the death of the beneficiary or via voluntary surrender at the Land Registry Office.

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