How to Get Turkish Citizenship

Q: Can I get Turkish citizenship by buying a house?A: Yes, you can apply for citizenship in Turkey by making 400.000 USD valued real estate investment. These properties include houses, apartments, commercial buildings, etc.

Q: Which nationalities may apply for a Turkish passport?A: Citizens of all countries can apply for Turkish citizenship. Foreign nationals who meet the appropriate investment requirements in the citizenship by investment program can apply, provided there are no obstacles in terms of national security and public order, and other legal conditions are met. However, there may be restrictions for citizens of certain countries, especially in applications made through real estate acquisition.

Q: Can my family also get citizenship in Turkey with me?A: Yes. Your spouse and your children under the age of 18 or your dependent children can obtain Turkish citizenship with you.

Q: I have a child with special needs over 18 years old. What about his/her situation?A: Children, who cannot take care of themselves, become Turkish citizens together with their parents. You need specific application documents proving their status.

Q: Is there a requirement for the applicants to bring their entire family to Turkey at any stage?A: No. Only the applicants should be there with all the necessary documents of their family members.

Q: How many people may apply for citizenship with a single Title Deed?A: Only one person and their first-degree relatives can obtain citizenship.

Q: How does the Turkish citizenship by real estate investment program work?A: Firstly, you purchase a property that is suitable for citizenship and worth at least 400,000 USD. After the title deed is transferred, it is time to apply for a compliance report and residence permit. Finally, we apply for Turkish citizenship at the Directorate General of Civil Registration and Citizenship Affairs with the documents. The acquisition of citizenship is completed within 5 to 10 months. You can get your Turkish passport in Turkey, or from any Turkish consulate in your homeland.

Q: How long does it take to get Turkish citizenship through real estate investment?A: The process of obtaining Turkish citizenship through real estate investment in Turkey takes an average of 5 to 10 months. Purchasing the real estate and preparing the necessary documents takes about 15-20 business days. After the title deed transactions are completed, obtaining the compliance certificate required for the application takes up to 3 months in İstanbul, and Ankara, and up to 1 month in other cities such as İzmir, Antalya, Mersin, and Muğla. The Currency Exchange Document (Döviz Alım Belgesi) must also be obtained at this stage. The total duration of these stages can vary between an average of 1.5 and 4.5 months. After the citizenship application is submitted, the process generally takes 3 to 6 months to conclude.

Q: Can my Turkish citizenship application be rejected? If so, what should I do?A: Yes, depending on any misleading information on your application or threats, your citizenship application can be rejected. According to the terms and conditions of Citizenship Law No. 5901, if your application is rejected, you can re-apply to the governorship of your place of residence. To avoid any unwanted surprises, we suggest you to work with experienced professionals such as Antalya Homes ®.

Q: Should I buy a property over 400.000 USD or can I have more than one?A: You can buy one or more. The main point is that the total value should be more than 400.000 USD. The tapu office does not accept applications below this value. You need to apply for all at the same time.

Q: Can I apply for citizenship if I buy a property under construction that does not yet have a title deed in my name?A: Yes. The government accepts a Notarized Property Purchase Commitment.
If the value is over 400.000 USD, you can apply for citizenship with Notarized Property Purchase Commitment.

Q: Can I get Turkish citizenship by buying property in installments?A: Yes, you can apply for citizenship by buying property in installments, provided that a Notarized Property Sales Promise Contract is drawn up. For the application to be processed, the total of the installments and down payment paid must reach at least 400,000 USD, payments must be made through a bank to obtain a Currency Exchange Document (DAB), and a 3-year non-sale annotation must be registered on the title deed.

Q: If I sell the real estate I bought for Turkish citizenship after 3 years, will my citizenship be affected?A: No. You can sell the real estate you purchased for Turkish citizenship after completing the mandatory 3-year holding period. Selling the property after this period expires does not solely affect your current Turkish citizenship.

Q: Can I get Turkish Citizenship by investment by buying commercial real estate with rental income?A: Yes, you can obtain Turkish citizenship by investment by purchasing commercial real estate (such as offices, shops, or commercial units) with rental income. As long as the property has an established easement (kat irtifakı) or condominium (kat mülkiyeti) status, existing lease agreements or active rental income will not hinder your application process.

Q: Can I apply for citizenship with a property I previously purchased in Turkey?A: Yes, applications can be made with properties purchased after September 19, 2018. For purchases made from June 13, 2022 onwards, the minimum real estate value must be 400,000 USD. You can start the citizenship process with your previous investments provided that the payments were made via bank transfer, a Currency Exchange Document (DAB) was obtained for transactions after January 24, 2022, and a 3-year non-sale annotation is registered on the title deed.

Q: What are the additional costs when buying real estate for Turkish citizenship besides the property value?A: The 400,000 USD required to apply for Turkish citizenship through real estate investment is the minimum real estate investment amount; it is not the total cost. In addition to this amount, you should account for title deed fees and other purchasing costs, appraisal report, notary and translation fees, document authentication processes, power of attorney and legal consultancy expenses, as well as residence permit and citizenship application fees. Depending on the situation, insurance, bank, and currency transfer costs may also arise. The total cost varies depending on the purchased real estate, the family members included in the application, and the required documents.

Q: How much does it cost to get a Turkish passport?A: As of 2026, Turkish passport fees vary depending on the validity period. The total fees, including the fee and passport booklet cost, are 4,157.50 TL for a 6-month passport, 5,454 TL for a 1-year passport, and 14,761.40 TL for a 10-year passport.

Since passport fees and booklet costs can be updated every year, it is recommended to check the current fees before applying. You can access the most up-to-date amounts on the official website of the General Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs.

Q: How should I calculate the exchange rate of USD and TL?A: The Land Registry Office calculates the value at the date of the application over the Turkish Republic Central Bank selling rate (Efektif Satış Kuru).

Q: How are my taxes and foreign income evaluated after Turkish citizenship?A: Turkey applies tax based on residency, not citizenship. People who stay less than 183 days a year and are not tax residents are taxed only on their Turkey-sourced income. If you become a tax resident in Turkey, your foreign income may also be taxed. With a regulation introduced in 2026, a 20-year tax exemption on foreign income was brought for those who transfer their tax residency to Turkey and did not have a tax liability in Turkey in the previous 3 years.

Q: Will my citizenship automatically be granted when I fulfill the conditions?A: No. The citizenship approval is subject to verification from archive records of national security agencies that the applicant poses no threat to national security.

Q: Is there any critical point that I should know?A: Yes, the most critical point to consider is the Official Property Valuation Report.

To prevent price fraud, the Ministry mandates an official appraisal report verified by Capital Markets Board (SPK) licensed valuation companies to ensure the property value meets the minimum $400,000 USD requirement.

At Antalya Homes ®, we conduct preliminary valuation checks before purchase and offer a Best Price Guarantee to ensure that both the appraisal report and the title deed value match seamlessly to guarantee your citizenship eligibility.

Q: Applying and getting nationality in Turkey seems complicated. Will you help me with Turkish citizenship by investment process?A: Antalya Homes' expert team guides you throughout the whole process. Since 2004, we have been guaranteeing our customers 100% happiness on their journey to reach their dream home.

Q: I do not have time to come to Turkey. How can I get Turkish Nationality?A: We can handle title deed transfer with a power of attorney on your behalf. However, you must attend appointments in person to get your residence permit and apply for citizenship.

Q: How do I get nationality in Turkey as a heimatlos (stateless person)?A: Stateless individuals can apply for Turkish nationality when they buy a property worth at least 400,000 USD. You need the required documents proving that the applicant is stateless. (Travel document issued by the United Nations.).

Q: You say that the citizenship process can take 5-10 months. Do I get a Residence Permit during the application process?A: Yes, the applicants and their families can get a residence permit. We help you to apply for a residence permit.

Q: If I become a Turkish citizen, do I have to complete my Turkish Military Service?A: There are several answers:
•When your child under the age of 18 reaches the age of military service, he has to do military service.
•If you have dual citizenship, you can choose between the two countries. If you have already completed it, you may need to prove it to be exempted.
•For those over the age of 22, you should ask the General Directorate of Population and Citizenship for appropriate information during the application, whether there is a special case or not.

Q: Is it mandatory to live in Turkey to obtain Citizenship?A: No. There is no obligation to live or reside in Turkey for Turkish citizenship applications.

Q: Do I have to renounce my current citizenship when I become a Turkish citizen?A: No. Turkish laws allow dual or multiple citizenships. It is up to your own state regulation.

Q: Does Turkey allow triple citizenship?A: Yes. You can have dual or multiple citizenship when you become a Turkish citizen. But you should check with the consulate of your original nationality. Some countries do not allow or have specific restrictions for multiple citizenship.

Q: How to apply for nationality in Turkey by fund investment. How does this process work?A: It is one of the fastest ways of getting nationality in Turkey. You purchase the real estate investment fund (REIF) with a value of over USD 500,000 or equivalent in Turkish Lira. Then you contact your bank (Halkbank, İş Bank, Akbank, or QNB Finansbank). You commit to keep it in your Turkish bank account for 3 years.

Your application form is sent to the Capital Markets Board Of Turkey. We get an "Approval Document for Citizenship" from the bank. It is mandatory for citizenship application by fund investment. Antalya Homes ® helps you collect/fill all required documents.

Finally, the application is sent to the General Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs. Then you are invited for final signatures. (Read more about Real Estate Funds in Turkey.).