Alanya Districts: Where You Can Get Residency

Open and closed districts for foreigner registration — the general picture today. Status changes, so we always verify the exact address before you rent.

Updated: 2026-09-04

West → East along the coast
Avsallar
Konakli
Centre (Cleopatra)
Cikcilli
Oba
Tosmur
Kestel
Mahmutlar
Kargicak
Demirtas

Avsallar

Closed

A resort area west of the centre; usually closed to new foreigner registration.

Konakli

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A quiet seaside district; status varies — check before renting.

Centre (Cleopatra)

Open

Older stock by Cleopatra beach; usually open, but housing costs more.

Cikcilli

Open

Hilly area above Oba with view complexes; usually open.

Oba

Open

The most balanced district for families; popular and usually open.

Tosmur

Open

A green, family district by the Dim River; usually open.

Kestel

Closed

East of the centre with many new complexes; often closed to registration.

Mahmutlar

Closed

The largest expat community; foreign share exceeded — usually closed.

Kargicak

Closed

A quiet villa area beyond Mahmutlar; often closed to registration.

Demirtas

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Far-eastern, quieter and cheaper; confirm the current status.

This is a general picture, not a guarantee. A district's status changes down to the street level and is confirmed at the migration office on the application date.

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