Renting
When is an eviction undertaking valid in Türkiye?
Short answer
An eviction undertaking is valid if the tenant gives it in writing after the property has been handed over. One signed together with the lease, before handover, may be held invalid.
Details
- It must state a specific date on which the tenant will vacate.
- If the tenant does not leave on that date, the landlord can end the lease by applying for enforcement or filing a lawsuit within one month.
- For a family home, the consent of the tenant's spouse is also required.
- The date on the document must be the real one; a date before the handover makes the undertaking disputable.
Legal basis
- Turkish Code of Obligations No. 6098, Article 352 paragraph 1
Frequently asked
Is an undertaking signed on the same day as the lease valid?
One obtained before handover or together with the lease may be held invalid on the ground that it does not reflect the tenant's free will.
This page gives general information and is not legal or tax advice. For your own situation, consult a lawyer or an accountant. To cite this page: Emlivo, “When is an eviction undertaking valid in Türkiye?”, 10 October 2026, https://www.emlivo.com/en/guide/eviction-undertaking-validity-turkey