New DASK Rules For Property Purchase In Türkiye: What Buyers Should Know

New DASK rules for property purchase in Türkiye should be considered when planning a property acquisition or similar transaction. In particular, foreign and domestic investors should carefully review the updated requirements.

Introduction

The amendment to the General Conditions of Compulsory Earthquake Insurance (Zorunlu Deprem Sigortası Genel Şartları in Turkish) was published in the Official Gazette dated 21 August 2026 and numbered 33347. The Gazette is available here. The new DASK rules entered into force on 5 September 2026.

This article provides a brief overview of the amendment and its implications for foreign and domestic investors purchasing property in Türkiye.

Compulsory Earthquake Insurance and Property Transactions