Turkish Citizenship By Real Estate Investment
We simplify the Turkish Citizenship Investment Process in this article. As of September 18, 2018, the investment threshold for real estate was lowered from $1,000,000 to $400,000, making it the fastest route to Turkish citizenship. Take advantage of this opportunity.
Steps for Turkish Citizenship by Property Investment
FINDING THE PROPERTY
Total Value of $400.000 and above (This covers full family, including kids below 18 years old)
Title Deed must be ready
BUYING THE PROPERTY
Use Bank Transfer and document the transaction by receipt
Get the Passport translated and notarized
Getting TAX Registration Number(via online)
Getting Real Estate Evaluation Report
After submitting all documents customer gets Title Deed in 2-3 weeks.
If the property under construction Customer signs “Sales and Purchase Agreement” with developer.
Get Title Deed Registry and/or Notarized Sales Contract annotated with “Not To Be Sold For 3 Years”
In 30-40 Days customer gets “Certificate of Conformity” which confirms that this property is eligible for Citizenship.
APPLY FOR RESIDENCY PERMIT FOR MAIN APPLICANT
Once investor gets Title Deed, Legal Team immediately apply for Residency Permit for main applicant.
Investor’s physical presence requires for Finger-Print for Residency Permit of Turkey.
APPLY TO IMMIGRATION OFFICE
APPLICATION FOR TURKISH CITIZENSHIP
Gather the required documents
Apply to Directorate General of Migration Management (Investor and his/her spouse need physical presence while applying documents)
Getting Turkish Citizenship after approximately 5-6 months from application date
The Benefits of Turkish Citienzship
You have the rights of a Turkish citizen.
A foreign national who becomes a Turkish citizen has the same rights as a Turkish citizen, regardless of their race, religion, or language.
Your family and children can also benefit from citizenship.
The applicant is also granted citizenship along with his or her spouse, any children under the age of 18, and unborn children
You Can Benefit from Medical Services
Foreigners who become citizens of Turkey are entitled to medical coverage for both themselves and their families. By receiving free treatments at fully operational hospitals functioning in Turkey that exceed international standards, you and your family will feel comfortable in terms of health.
Opportunities for High-Level Education May Be Beneficial to You
In addition to the numerous primary, secondary, and high schools that provide instruction to foreign students in their native language, Turkey is home to hundreds of colleges that offer the greatest standard of education. Turkish citizens can acquire high-quality education services for themselves or their families thanks to the educational institutions and colleges that provide free or paid services. To be eligible for the Education Credit and Hostels Institution’s reimbursement, education credit, students must be Turkish citizens. A foreigner who obtains Turkish citizenship as a result is also qualified for this loan.
Your Business Relations Improve
Turkey plays significant roles in international trade and maintains business links in dozens of nations and hundreds of different industries as a result of its strong economy and positive reputation in the business community worldwide. A foreigner conducting business in Turkey will benefit from having Turkish citizenship by expanding his network of contacts.
Application for E2 Investor Visas Will Be Easierr
Obtaining an E2 Investor Visa is simpler if you are a citizen of Turkey and want to invest in America by founding a company or taking over an existing business. A trade agreement between the applicant’s country and the United States is required for an E2 investment visa. Turkey and the United States have an agreement on this issue.
You may hold two citizenship.
Due to Turkey’s support for dual citizenship, you will be given Turkish citizenship in addition to your own. The Turkish government may give you an unrestricted work and residency visa if you are a citizen of a country that prohibits dual citizenship and meet the requirements for the Turquoise Card. There is information on The Turquoise Card on this website that can be read.
In Turkey, visitors are welcome for as long as they like.
In order for a foreign person to live in Turkey for an extended period of time and appreciate the country’s favorable climate, natural and cultural beauty, and social living conditions, it is important to acquire a resident or work visa and to renew it. There are no time limits on how long you can stay if you are a citizen of Turkey.
Why It’s Important to Care About Inheritance Law
A foreigner who holds Turkish citizenship is subject to Turkish law and Turkish inheritance law. A person’s acquired property in Turkey is divided up among their heirs in accordance with the legal shares when they pass away.
Right to vote:
Foreigners who eventually become Turkish citizens have the same voting rights as Turkish citizens.
Taking Full Benefits of Retirement Rights
A foreigner who obtains Turkish citizenship has the right to retire under the social security system, provided that the requirements for age, days, and premium payments are met.
Visa Free Countries
Access to 110 nations, including South Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Japan, without a visa or with one upon arrival. To see full list of visa free and e-visa Access to 110 countries for Turkish Passport Holders
Documents Needed For Process
- Power Of Attorney
- Total of two copies of POA (one from the applicant and one from the applicant’s spouse).
Bank Receipt
- Money must be transferred from the “Buyer’s” own account to the “Seller’s” bank account, and the bank receipts must be submitted.
Property Documents
- Title deed or a notarized sales and purchase document to buy a property.
Six Photographs
- 50*60-size biometric photos of each family member.
Birth Certificate
- The birth certificate of all family members. The applicant’s country’s foreign ministry must authorize the original birth certificate. The original document then must be translated into Turkish. The Turkish consulate then notarized and stamped the documents. If your country is Apostille Country you need just to apostille your documents.
Criminal Record
- Investors should provide a Apostilled criminal record document from their home country (Husband and wife)
Marriage Certificate
The original marriage certificate must be presented.
The applicant’s country’s foreign ministry must approve the original marriage certificate. The original document then needs to be translated into Turkish. The Turkish consulate then notarized and stamped the documents. If your country is Apostille Country you need just to apostille your documents.1.Providing a divorce certificate is required if the applicant is divorced:
The divorce certificate must be presented in its original form. The applicant’s country’s foreign ministry must approve the original marriage certificate. The original document then must be translated into Turkish. The Turkish consulate then notarized and stamped the documents. If your country is Apostille Country you need just to apostille your documents.2. Any documentation proving the applicant’s singleness, if the applicant is single:
The original certificate of single status must be provided. The applicant’s nation’s foreign ministry must approve the original single status certificate. The original document then must be translated into Turkish. The Turkish consulate then notarized and stamped the documents. If your country is Apostille Country you need just to apostille your documents.
Residency ID Photocopy
- If the applicant is a resident of Turkey, a photocopy of their residency identification is required.
Conditions and Timeframe
Conditions
- * Invest $400,000 in Turkey real estate of any kind.
- * Property must retain 3 years.
Timeframe
- *6-7 Months (based on the authorities’ workload and diligence process)