
SimplyTR Journal
Expert insights on Turkish citizenship, luxury real estate, and the lifestyle you deserve.

Buying Commercial Property in Turkey as a Foreigner: Offices, Shops, Taxes and Citizenship Eligibility (2026)
A practical guide for foreign buyers comparing offices, shops and other commercial property in Turkey, including title checks, taxes, income risk and citizenship eligibility.

Çeşme Investment Guide 2026: Izmir's Aegean Summer Capital
Çeşme's 2026 market in one read: a ₺141,400/m² district average, 3.6–4.1% gross rental yields, the neighbourhood price ladder, the 100-day short-term rental rule, and how the $400,000 citizenship route works here.

Turkey's Secure Payment System from 1 October 2026: What Property Buyers Need to Know
Turkey's Secure Payment System becomes mandatory on 1 October 2026. How escrow works, the 1 July postponement, what changes for foreign buyers, and how it links to EİDS.

Turkish Citizenship: Does Your Child Lose Eligibility if They Turn 18 During the Process?
A common concern for investors is the 'aging out' of dependent children. This case study explores whether a child who turns 18 after the application is submitted still qualifies for Turkish citizenship alongside their parent.

Alanya Investment Guide 2026: Antalya's Coastal Foreign-Buyer Hub
Complete 2026 investment guide to Alanya, Antalya: current prices per m², gross rental yields, transport and daily life, the $400K citizenship threshold, and Alanya vs Konyaaltı for foreign investors.

Personal Case: Can Five Apartments Meet Turkey’s $400,000 Citizenship Threshold?
Can five apartments be combined to meet Turkey’s $400,000 real-estate citizenship threshold? This anonymized case explains the value, payment, title and three-year restriction checks.

Kağıthane Guide 2026: Istanbul's Transforming Valley District
Kağıthane district guide 2026: airport metro, urban transformation, property prices, rents, 7–8% gross yield, citizenship threshold, and building checks.

Apartment Viewing Checklist for Istanbul: 10 Points to Check Before You Buy (2026)
10-point apartment viewing checklist for Istanbul buyers: EİDS verification, Tapu owner check, earthquake compliance, İskân, building condition, sea view claims, aidat, and full cost calculation.

EİDS in Turkey: Electronic Listing Verification System — 2026 Guide for Foreign Buyers
EİDS (Elektronik İlan Doğrulama Sistemi) guide for foreign buyers: mandatory listing verification since Feb 2026, how it works, who can publish, fines, and the deposit-safety checklist.

Turkish Citizenship for UAE Investors: Complete 2026 Guide
Yes, Turkish citizenship for UAE investors works through the $400,000 property route — but Emirati nationals must check dual-citizenship rules first. Complete 2026 guide with steps, costs, escrow and document legalization.