2026 Property Tax Payment Period Begins: First Installment Deadline May 31

2026 Property Tax Schedule Announced The 2026 property tax process is beginning for owners of residences, workplaces, plots, and land, who are required to pay this tax annually.
The first installment payments will start on March 1 and continue until the end of business hours on May 31, 2026.
Taxpayers are expected to make their payments by this date to avoid facing punitive measures and late fees.
Payment Periods and Late Fees In accordance with legislation, property tax payments are collected in two equal installments every year.
While the first installment period covers the months of March, April, and May, the second installment payments are made during November.
Experts warn citizens not to leave the payment until the last day.
For taxes not paid within the specified periods, late fees and interest are applied at rates announced by the Ministry of Treasury and Finance.
Payment Channels and Digital Convenience Tax payments are made to the district or provincial municipalities where the real estate is located.
Today, thanks to the advanced digital infrastructure of municipalities, citizens can perform transactions through many different channels.
Payments can be made through the following methods: Physical payments with cash or credit card at municipal counters Official websites and mobile applications of municipalities Branches and internet banking services of contracted banks Debt inquiry and payment transactions via the e-Government portal Who is Exempt from Property Tax?
According to current regulations, certain social groups who own a single residence with a gross area not exceeding 200 square meters are exempt from property tax.
In this context, the following individuals have the right to tax exemption: Retirees Individuals with disabilities Housewives with no income Relatives of martyrs and veterans To benefit from the exemption in question, eligible individuals must apply to the municipality where the property is registered and submit the relevant declaration and necessary documents.