For foreign nationals seeking Turkish citizenship through property investment — the process, conditions, and required documents.
- Average Processing Time
- Can take a few months (varies)
- Where to Apply
- Directorate General of Civil Registration and Citizenship Affairs
- Validity
- Conditional on holding the investment for the committed period
Who It’s For
Foreign nationals planning a property investment in Turkey
Residential units, workplaces, and land can all be considered.
Those who want family members included in the application
A spouse and children under a certain age can be included.
Those wanting to use a property they already own
We assess whether an existing purchase meets the criteria.
Those able to commit to holding the investment for the required period
The property can’t be sold before the commitment period ends.
Required Documents
Passport and identity documents
For the applicant and any family members included.
Title deed
Current title deed record for the purchased property.
Valuation report
An up-to-date report from an authorised body; we explain how to obtain this report on a separate page.
Bank receipt / proof of payment
Showing the payment came from abroad.
Non-disposal undertaking
A formal commitment filed with the land registry office.
Tax number
The Turkish tax ID number issued to foreign nationals.
Proof of address
May be requested during the application.
Biometric photograph
For the citizenship application form.
The document list can vary by application reason and personal circumstances; the current requirements of the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management apply.
Process Steps
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01
Initial Assessment
Within 1 dayWe review your investment plan and eligibility together.
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02
Property Search and Valuation
Varies by caseA suitable property is identified and a valuation report obtained.
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03
Title Transfer and Undertaking
A few daysThe title deed transfer is completed and the non-disposal undertaking filed.
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04
Citizenship Application
Depends on appointmentThe file is submitted to the citizenship authorities.
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05
Result and ID Delivery
A few months (varies)The application is reviewed; identity documents are issued once approved.
Not sure whether your situation fits this process?
Initial AssessmentLegal Basis
Law No. 5901 on Turkish Citizenship Article 12
Sets out the cases in which Turkish citizenship can be acquired exceptionally; real estate investment is one of them.
Regulation on the Implementation of Law No. 5901 on Turkish Citizenship
Investment conditions and application procedure are set out in detail in this regulation.
Common Mistakes
Not reviewing the non-disposal undertaking before the title transfer
Selling before the commitment period ends can lead to rejection or loss of citizenship.
Getting the valuation report from an unauthorised body
Reports that don’t follow the required procedure may not be accepted.
Being unable to prove the payment came from abroad
This is one of the basic conditions of the application.
Not assessing family members’ applications separately
Scope and conditions can differ from one family member to another.
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on the file; we can’t promise an exact timeframe.
The current threshold changes from time to time, so we share up-to-date figures during a consultation.
Whether this is allowed depends on current regulations; we can look at your situation together.
A spouse and children under a certain age are assessed separately for inclusion.
Selling before the committed period ends risks having the citizenship revoked.
Depending on the reason, a new application or an objection may be possible.
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This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.