Turkish Citizenship by Investment in 10 Easy Steps | Procedures, Fees, Lawyers

Foreigners can get Turkish citizenship in 6 to 12 months by buying property worth at least $400,000. This law has been in effect since 2018 and includes spouses and children under 18.

To qualify, the property must not be sold for 3 years. The minimum investment amount was lowered from $1 million to $400,000 to attract more buyers and support the Turkish economy.

As a result, property sales to foreigners have increased every year. The process is now much simpler and faster.

How to get Turkish citizenship by investment?

• The minimum investment option is to buy a property for at least $ 400,000. Other options include investing in government bonds or starting a business that will create jobs for Turkish citizens. You must keep your investment for at least three years.
• Purchase real estate worth at least $400,000.
• Purchase at least $500,000 worth of government bonds and hold the investment for at least three years.
• Establish a company that will employ at least 50 people.
• Make a capital investment of at least $500,000.
• Deposit at least $500,000 in a Turkish bank and keep it for a minimum of three years.
• Invest at least $500,000 in a real estate investment fund share or venture capital investment fund share for at least three years.

Turkish Citizenship Lawyers

We help investors and their families get Turkish citizenship through real estate purchases. Our team handles the entire process — from property selection to passport delivery.

With over 100 approved cases, we’ve worked with clients from countries like Iran, Jordan, Pakistan, China, and more. We prepare all legal documents, secure the investment compliance certificate, and file both residence and citizenship applications.

Most cases are approved in 6–8 months. One of our recent clients got citizenship in just 85 days.

Once your citizenship application approved, you can apply for your ID and passport at your local Turkish Embassy. Prefer to be here? Our English-speaking lawyers will assist you in person in Istanbul.

Acquisition of Property for Turkish Citizenship

To apply for citizenship, you can buy a property with the help of our Turkish citizenship attorneys. Regarding the sale or acquisition of real estate in Turkey, we offer preparation, legal advice, and representation. Our attorneys for Turkish Citizenship Law are prepared to apply for citizenship through real estate investment.

To buy or sell an off-plan or used home or apartment in Turkey, a purchase and sale agreement will be drafted by an English-speaking lawyer. Our attorney will inform you of any possible problems, suggest particular adjustments that might be advantageous to you, and debate or negotiate any issues and changes with the other party. Finally, our lawyer will go with you to the Title Deed Office to complete the transaction.

There is currently a high demand for Turkish citizenship via the USD 400,000 property investment law. Our attorneys will assist you from the time you purchase real estate until you obtain Turkish citizenship.

FAQ for Turkish Citizenship

1. How much do you have to invest in Turkey to get citizenship?
You need to invest at least $400,000 in real estate.

2. Can I get citizenship if I buy a house in Turkey?
Yes, if the house is worth at least $400,000 and not sold for 3 years.

3. What is the easiest way to get citizenship in Turkey?
Buying real estate worth $400,000 is the easiest way.

4. How much do you need to invest in Turkey to get a passport?
$400,000 investment in property qualifies you.

5. Is Turkish citizenship worth it?
Yes, it gives access to many countries and full rights in Turkey.

6. How long does it take to get citizenship in Turkey by investment?
Usually 9 to 12 months.

7. Does Turkey allow dual citizenship?
Yes.

8. How much to invest in Turkey to get PR?
$200,000 in real estate can qualify for residency.

9. Is it worth buying property in Turkey?
Yes, prices are attractive and value may increase.

10. Can a foreigner invest in Turkey?
Yes.

11. What is the golden citizenship of Turkey?
It’s the citizenship by investment program.

12. Can I buy property in Turkey and get citizenship?
Yes, with a $400,000 property.

13. How much is the golden visa for Turkey?
It starts at $400,000 in real estate.

14. How much money do you need to get residency in Turkey?
About $10,500 per year to show financial means.

15. Does Turkey have a golden visa?
Yes, through the investment program.

16. What are the new rules for buying property in Turkey?
For residency, the property must be at least $200,000.

17. Is it safe to invest in Turkey?
Yes, if you work with legal professionals.

18. Can foreigners get a mortgage in Turkey?
Yes.

19. Can a foreigner buy land in Turkey?
Yes, with some location restrictions.

20. Who is eligible for Turkish citizenship?
Foreigners who meet the investment or job creation criteria.

21. How easy is it to immigrate to Turkey?
It’s fairly easy through investment or work.

22. Is Turkey a good place to live?
Yes, with good climate, culture, and cost of living.

23. Can you give up Turkish citizenship?
Yes.

24. What is red passport in Turkey?
It’s a special passport for officials, not for investors.

25. How much does it cost to get Turkish citizenship?
$400,000 minimum + legal/processing fees.

26. How can I get Turkish citizenship?

34. In Bank Deposit Option, can I earn interest on the deposited amounts?

Yes, it is possible to earn regular interest on the deposited amounts.

35. Do the applicants have to reside in Turkey for a certain period of time at any stage of the application?

No, there is no residency requirement in Turkey both during the application process or after obtaining Turkish citizenship. You can keep living abroad after acquiring Turkey citizenship.

36. Do I need to learn Turkish to obtain Citizenship?

There is no Turkish language requirement to apply for Turkey citizenship by investment program.

37. How many times will the applicants need to travel to Turkey at some point of the whole application process?

During the citizenship application process, it is sufficient to visit Turkey once to provide your fingerprints.

38. How can I get Turkish citizenship?

42. How can Iranian persons obtain Turkish citizenship by investment?

Iranian people can benefit from Turkish Citizenship by Investment program.

43. How can Indians become Turkish citizens with investment?

Yes. We have successfully advised several Indian Clients who have already obtained Turkish Citizenships.

44. What is the benefits of Turkish Citizenship?

• A lifetime Turkey citizenship granted in 9-12 months.
• No minimum residency in Turkey required.
• Full medical assistance included.
• Pension programs are available.
• Free education and university reimbursement plans.
• Turkey Passport allows visa free travel to more than 110 countries.
• Future access without visa to EU and Schengen countries.
• A solid investment with rental returns.

45. Can a Palestinian Get Turkish nationality?

Palestinian people can benefit from Turkish Citizenship by Investment program.

46. Can Chinese people obtain Turkish citizenship by investment?

Yes. We have successfully advised several Chinese Clients who have already obtained Turkish Citizenships. It is sufficient to meet one of the investment requirements for Chinese citizens to get Turkish Citizenship. It should be noted that the required documentation and the attestation of the documents will have to be evaluated carefully for Chinese as these are subject to a different procedure, prior submitting new Turkish citizenship applications.

47. Which countries do not require visas from Turkey?

Our Services for Turkish Citizenship

Our real estate purchase services include the following:

• Client concerns and issues should be discussed.
• Create or revise the offer and purchase contract.
• The offer or contract should be discussed or negotiated with the Developer or the Developer’s lawyer.
• If necessary, prepare up to two sets of revisions or responses to counteroffers.
• Examine the information supplied by the developer (if the property is off-plan).
• Check to see if the house is free of charge and/or rented (if the property is a second-hand home).
• Check to see if your Real Estate Tax payments are in good statement.
• Check with the local municipality to see if the Developer has all of the necessary licenses.
• Bring someone with you to the Title Deed Office to sign the purchase and sale deed.
• In the Cadastral office, change the property title.
• Client stamp duty tax is processed on your behalf.

Our Turkish Citizenship Application Will Include the Following Items:

• Prepare documents for the Client, his wife, and their children’s residency applications.
• Prepare documents for Client, his wife, and their children’s citizenship applications.
• Follow up on the application until the Turkish passports are issued.
• Applying for a Turkish Tax Identification Number.
• Help with opening a bank account in Turkey.

Services for Property Management:

We can provide the following services for an additional fee after we have completed your property purchase;

• Registration of your property with the local municipality in order to pay the annual Environmental and Garbage Collection Tax.
• Arrange for a real estate agent to list your rental property.
• To enter into a lease agreement with your tenant.
• To ensure that the tenant pays the rent on time.
• If the tenant fails to pay the rent on time, we will issue a warning letter.
• We can file a lawsuit to evict the tenant if necessary.
• To see if the tenant is paying the management’s monthly dues.
• Purchase of Real Estate and Certificate of Conformity

After receiving the conformity certificate, our Turkish citizenship lawyers are ready to apply for Turkish citizenship.

Obtaining a conformity certificate from the Ministry of Environment and Urbanization for the purchase of a real estate property with a minimum value of $400,000 or equivalent foreign currency or equivalent amount of Turkish Liras [prior to the amendment, such amount was $250,000] and attaching a no-sale annotation for at least three years at the relevant title registry.

Purchasing a real estate property with property ownership or a construction servitude with a preliminary sale contract executed before a notary public and at least $400,000 or amount of foreign currency or Turkish Liras paid in advance, and such notarized preliminary sale contract should be recorded at the relevant title registry with the undertaking not to transfer or assign the agreement for a period of three years.

To determine the value of the subject real estate, a real estate appraiser with a valid license approved by the Capital Market Board should draft a real estate value assessment report that shows the value of such real estate. The assessment report should be issued three months (at most) before the application date. This value assessment report will be valid until the transaction is completed. If the applicant completed the purchasing transactions before obtaining a real estate value assessment report, the date of the report should be the same as the date of purchase.

Contact us if you need Turkish Citizenship Lawyers

With investment law, Simply TR is a solution-oriented law firm that empowers clients to meet the diverse and changing demands of today’s citizenship. Our attorneys have been assisting clients with complex legal challenges and maximizing opportunities for success. In Istanbul, Turkey, our law firm is now one of the leading Turkish Citizenship law firms. You can get in touch with us for Turkish Citizenship Lawyers in Turkey via our Contact page or text us from 00905316234006. (Click go to the link)