Turkey grants citizenship by exception to foreign investors who meet certain thresholds. Real estate investment is the most popular route.
Main requirements
- Purchase of real estate meeting the threshold set by presidential decree,
- A three-year no-sale annotation registered on the title deed,
- An official valuation report consistent with the declared price,
- Payment through the banking system with foreign currency conversion certificates,
- A positive security assessment.
The process
- Legal due diligence on the property,
- Valuation report and title transfer,
- Certificate of conformity,
- Short-term residence permit,
- Citizenship application and security review.
Common pitfalls
Mismatches between valuation and deed prices, properties previously sold to foreigners, and incomplete payment documentation can lead to refusal. Careful preparation avoids delays.
Read more in Turkish: gayrimenkul yatırımı ile vatandaşlık.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum real estate investment?
The threshold is set by presidential decree and may change. Always confirm the current amount before committing to a purchase.
Can my family obtain citizenship too?
Yes. The investor’s spouse and children under 18 (or dependent children) may be included in the application.
Member of the Bursa Bar (Reg. No 7458). Graduate of Ankara University Faculty of Law; former public prosecutor and chief public prosecutor.
