Turkish Citizenship by Investment – Legal Support for Expats
Looking for trusted Turkish Citizenship Lawyers? Burcu Yılmaz Sayılgan provides clear legal guidance for expats pursuing Turkish citizenship through investment. With our expert support, you’ll complete every step—from property selection to passport—in a smooth and legally secure way.
Why Work With a Lawyer for Turkish Citizenship by Investment?
We provide start-to-finish support, including:
- Helping you choose eligible properties
- Getting your tax number and opening a bank account
- Managing the property purchase and legal restrictions
- Organizing your residency application
- Submitting your citizenship paperwork
- Securing your Turkish passport and ID cards
This process involves many steps, but we simplify it so you don’t have to worry.
⚠️ Check First: Confirm that your home country allows dual citizenship before applying.
Legal Pathways to Turkish Citizenship
You can obtain Turkish citizenship through:
- Marriage to a Turkish citizen
- Long-term residence
- Investment, which is especially popular with expats
Investment Options That Qualify for Citizenship
1. Property Investment
- Buy real estate worth at least USD 400,000 (or the equivalent in foreign currency)
- Add a three-year no-sale annotation to the title deed
- Use an approved appraisal and make the payment by bank transfer
2. Bank Deposit
- Deposit at least USD 500,000 in a Turkish bank
- Agree to keep the funds untouched for three years
For either route, your foreign currency must be converted to Turkish Lira at the official Central Bank rate. A currency exchange certificate confirms this step.
Once your investment is complete:
- A Certificate of Conformity is issued
- You receive a residency permit
- You apply for citizenship
- Your spouse and children under 18 can apply too
Documents Required for Citizenship
You’ll need:
- Application forms and Power of Attorney
- Notarized and translated passports
- Marriage, divorce, or death certificates (if applicable)
- Birth certificates
- Family registration documents
- Two biometric photos
Key Rules and Compliance Steps
Eligible Property Types
Foreign investors can buy:
- Homes or commercial buildings
- Land or undeveloped plots (you must submit a construction plan within two years)
Property Value & Number
You can combine multiple properties to reach the required value of USD 400,000. Each title deed must include the 3-year no-sale annotation.
Valuation Requirements
A government-approved appraisal must be dated within three months of purchase. Otherwise, it’s invalid.
Payment Conditions
All payments must be made by bank transfer with reference details of the transaction.
Mortgaged Property
You can buy mortgaged property, but only the value after subtracting the mortgage will count toward the investment minimum.
Deed Annotation Language
The deed must state: “Pursuant to Article 20 of the Regulation, there is a commitment that it will not be sold for three (3) years.”
Getting Your Certificate of Conformity
The Ministry of Environment and Urban Planning and the General Directorate of Land Registry will review your investment. Once approved, they issue the Certificate of Conformity, allowing you to proceed with your application.
📞 Contact us today to begin your Turkish citizenship journey.
We assist clients in Fethiye, Muğla, Istanbul, and throughout Turkey with expert legal advice on property and investment law.
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