SELL YOUR BOAT
Free valuation · only 5% commission
Sell your boat Turkey with confidence as European Yacht Brokers helps owners in Turkey connect with qualified buyers globally. All sales begin with the head office, which values your boat and confirms a flat 5% listing commission. Our approach ensures you are supported throughout the process, with a local broker managing viewings and following all Turkey brokerage standards. EYB’s marketing department promotes your boat across leading sales channels, while a professional lawyer oversees all documentation and compliance. Rely on our team for expert coordination at every stage as you sell your boat Turkey.
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European Yacht Brokers supports you in Turkey by overseeing each stage of selling your boat, from valuation and international marketing to viewings and legal administration, with local knowledge and international buyer reach.
When you decide to sell your boat Turkey with European Yacht Brokers, your journey begins by contacting their head office. The team will request detailed information about your yacht, including its history, maintenance, and features, to gain a clear understanding of its value in the current marketplace. Based on this information, EYB provides you with an initial valuation, reflecting the market for boats like yours in Turkey. This figure is an estimate and does not guarantee the final sale price.
After the initial valuation, head office will review the proposed sale terms with you, ensuring you are fully informed. You and EYB will reach an agreement on the listing arrangements, and you will benefit from the straightforward 5% commission. With these steps completed, your sale will progress with EYB’s guidance.
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When you choose to sell your boat Turkey with European Yacht Brokers, you benefit from an organised network that combines local expertise and global reach. The process is managed by the EYB head office, which oversees every stage of the sale to ensure everything is handled smoothly and professionally. This central management keeps your sale on track from the initial agreement through to completion.
Supporting your sale on the ground is an EYB broker who knows the Turkey area. This local specialist supports viewings and answers enquiries, working in line with all local brokerage requirements in Turkey. Their knowledge helps you present your boat to the right buyers and manage local processes with confidence.
Your listing will not be limited to just Turkey or Turkey. EYB’s marketing and sales network connects your boat to buyers across international markets, sharing details with serious prospects worldwide. This ensures your sale receives maximum exposure, increasing your chances of a successful transaction.
With European Yacht Brokers, your boat sale in Turkey is supported by a qualified legal team dedicated to managing the entire transaction. An experienced lawyer is responsible for preparing the mandate and drafting the sale contract, taking care to meet every legal requirement set by Turkey authorities.
All aspects of registration and necessary administration are handled by the legal professionals, leaving nothing to chance. EYB’s legal oversight ensures that your sale is completed with precision and attention to detail. You can trust that all legal matters are addressed, making the process straightforward for you as the owner.
The EYB marketing department is dedicated to promoting your boat in Turkey through a comprehensive approach. They focus on reaching potential buyers both in Turkey and internationally, making use of targeted SEO strategies and active social media campaigns to maximise your boat’s visibility. Your listing is presented on all relevant national and international sales platforms, ensuring it is seen by the best possible audience.
Each listing is carefully crafted to attract the right buyers, using high-quality content and professional presentation. This international reach means your boat in Turkey will benefit from attention beyond local enquiries, opening the door to a broader market. The marketing department coordinates closely with the sales team to ensure every enquiry receives a prompt and accurate response.
When you list your boat for sale Turkey, our experienced sales team responds promptly to all buyer enquiries. They will coordinate and oversee viewings, making sure your boat stands out to potential buyers. Throughout the process, our goal is to keep you informed and make each stage as seamless as possible.
Our multilingual staff are skilled in handling negotiations and answering questions in the languages most relevant to your buyers. This international approach helps us reach a broader audience and ensures nothing is lost in translation, so your sale benefits from exposure in both Turkey and global markets.
For private recreational craft, the official sale procedure concerns the vessel’s Bağlama Kütüğü record and transfer papers, not a stated standalone sales-broker permit. A Turkish flag registration is not automatic for every purchaser. The national registry requires eligibility to fly the flag and that the craft is not concurrently entered in a foreign register. The national process also governs sales in Turkey. Turkish Ministry of Transport, Bağlama Kütüğü sales procedure
The port authority sale file includes the original Bağlama Kütüğü licence and identification for both parties; proof of the right to transfer may be a notarial sale contract. A foreign registration may need to be cancelled before the boat is entered on the Turkish Ship Registry. The applicant books a port appointment and brings the original papers. Retain the port authority receipt once the ownership update is complete. The Turkish Revenue Administration excludes qualifying private craft from one port-service VAT exemption; this does not determine the VAT on a resale. Turkish Revenue Administration, VAT General Communiqué Turkish Ministry of Transport, sales and boat registry procedures
For Turkey, EYB arranges brokerage support in line with these requirements; its qualified lawyer prepares the sale contract and manages registration. Verify the seller’s title and retain the contract and registry evidence. Turkish Ministry of Transport, Bağlama Kütüğü sales procedure
European Yacht Brokers manages every step when you sell your boat Turkey, including scheduling viewings for interested buyers. A broker who understands the local area is on hand to facilitate inspections and respond to questions, ensuring compliance with Turkey’s rules. Buyers are welcome to arrange a survey and sea trial once they have viewed your boat. Throughout, our team provides guidance and support, so you can rely on a smooth process and the correct handling of all requirements.
When you accept an offer, the buyer secures the agreement by depositing 10% of the sale price into a designated escrow account. This deposit is held while the contract conditions, as outlined in the agreement, are fulfilled by both parties.
After all contract terms are satisfied, the final payment is transferred straight to you, completing the sale. This process safeguards your interests and ensures a straightforward transfer of ownership.
Seller's checklist
Turkey has 42 marinas listed with European Yacht Brokers across seven regions: Istanbul and the Sea of Marmara, Aegean Coast, Bodrum Peninsula, Marmaris and Datça, Göcek and Fethiye, Lycian Coast and Antalya, and Mersin. Setur Kalamış Fenerbahçe Marina in Kadıköy offers 1278 berths and accommodates boats up to 65 metres, while Viaport Marina Tuzla has 1163 berths for vessels up to 80 metres. Ataköy Marina in Bakırköy provides 1000 berths, and Marintürk İstanbul City Port in Pendik has 785 berths. Marmaris Yacht Marina in Adaköy has 750 berths for boats up to 75 metres, with Setur Netsel Marmaris Marina offering 701 berths and taking boats up to 90 metres. Other marinas include Yalıkavak Marina with 620 berths for boats up to 140 metres, West İstanbul Marina in Beylikdüzü with 600 berths for vessels up to 90 metres, Setur Kuşadası Marina with 557 berths for boats up to 90 metres, and D-Marin Turgutreis with 532 berths for boats up to 75 metres.
At Setur Kalamış Fenerbahçe Marina, the prevailing wind is from the north. At Setur Kuşadası Marina, the prevailing wind is northwest, while at Setur Kaş Marina the prevailing wind is northeast. These conditions reflect the typical wind directions experienced at each marina.
A boat based at Ataköy Marina can cruise from the Turkish coast towards the Black Sea coasts of Bulgaria, Romania, Ukraine, Russia and Georgia. From Marintürk İstanbul City Port, operators note access to the Bosphorus and proximity to Büyükada. Marmaris Yacht Marina is described as a gateway to Hisarönü and Bozburun, with cruise routes to Hisarönü, Göcek via Ekincik/Dalyan, Datça/Knidos and Rhodes.
Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) is the nearest airport to Setur Kalamış Fenerbahçe Marina, Marintürk İstanbul City Port and Setur Yalova Marina at 35 km distance. Dalaman Airport (DLM) serves Marmaris Yacht Marina and Setur Netsel Marmaris Marina at 90 km from each, while Ece Saray Marina is 50 km away. Milas–Bodrum Airport (BJV) is 35 km from Yalıkavak Marina, D-Marin Turgutreis and Milta Bodrum Marina, and 57 km from Gökova Ören Marina. İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) is the closest airport to Setur Kuşadası Marina, Teos Marina, Port Alaçatı Marina and Setur Çeşme Marina. Çukurova International Airport (COV) is the nearest to Mersin and Kumkuyu Marinas.
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Start by reaching out to EYB head office, where you’ll discuss your boat and get an initial valuation. After setting the sale terms, EYB’s team handles marketing, legal documents, and buyer enquiries. A regional broker supports in-person viewings in Turkey, ensuring a smooth process from listing to final sale.
A qualified lawyer prepares the sales mandate and sale contract for your boat. This ensures all legal and administrative aspects are handled correctly. The lawyer also takes care of registration and any related paperwork, giving you confidence that every part of the process meets legal requirements in Turkey and international standards.
The commission to list your boat for sale Turkey with European Yacht Brokers is fixed at 5%. As an owner, you pay the same straightforward rate regardless of your boat’s size or value. EYB’s flat commission keeps the process simple and transparent from start to finish.
Buyers are welcome to view your boat in Turkey. European Yacht Brokers’ head office manages all initial enquiries and then works with a local broker who knows the area to organise viewings, always following Turkey’s brokerage rules. This approach connects your boat efficiently with interested buyers locally and internationally.
Buyers can arrange a survey or sea trial for any boat listed in Turkey. EYB helps coordinate these steps, and your local broker will be there to support the process according to Turkey requirements. All arrangements are made before the sale contract is finalised, ensuring buyers have full confidence in their purchase.
When an offer and sale terms are accepted, the buyer pays a 10% deposit into an EYB-managed escrow account. This ensures the funds are protected during the process. EYB only releases the balance directly to you, the seller, after all contractual conditions have been met.
This page covers the 42 marinas in Turkey on the EYB list, across 7 regions. Each region has its own page, linked in the section below.
When you sell your boat with EYB, our marketing department ensures it is advertised to buyers worldwide, not just in Turkey. We use SEO, social media and targeted listings on international sales platforms, helping you reach interested buyers well beyond Turkey.
Begin your valuation by contacting EYB head office, where an expert will speak with you about your boat. You will receive an initial assessment of your boat’s value based on the information provided. This estimate is meant as guidance and is not a promise of final sale price.
42 marinas in Turkey on our list, across 7 regions.
If you are considering selling your boat in Turkey, we encourage you to reach out to EYB head office. Our team can discuss your specific needs and explain the process. Contact us today to take the first step towards listing your boat with European Yacht Brokers.
We only charge 5% commission.
Enquiries are handled by European Yacht Brokers, who cover any port in the Mediterranean. Call or WhatsApp +90 533 576 2501.
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