Turkish Citizenship and How to Obtain it
In this article from Ebla Real Estate, we will talk about Turkish citizenship and how to obtain it.
Conditions for obtaining Turkish citizenship
In recent years, the Turkish government has followed the approach of granting Turkish citizenship to foreign investors wishing to obtain Turkish citizenship in accordance with the terms and conditions laid down in the Turkish Residency and Nationality Law.
On the morning of Wednesday, September 19, 2018, the Turkish government issued a decree to amend the law on granting Turkish citizenship through real estate ownership for foreigners.
The new law stipulates the right of a foreigner to obtain Turkish nationality in return for owning a property with a minimum amount of (250,000) US dollars or its equivalent, provided that it is not sold within a period of three years. Before working on amending the law, foreigners wishing to obtain Turkish nationality were required to purchase a property worth (1,000,000) million dollars,
This amendment came within the framework of the support provided by the Turkish government to attract foreign investors wishing to obtain Turkish citizenship. Accordingly, the Turkish Ministry of Interior has established offices dedicated to those wishing to obtain Turkish citizenship. Moreover, the ministry confirmed that these offices will provide full support to those wishing to obtain Turkish citizenship.
FAQ about Turkish citizenship and how to obtain it:
How can I obtain Turkish citizenship through real estate ownership?
Each foreigner can obtain Turkish citizenship, if he owns a property worth 250,000 thousand US dollars, even if the property is not ready for housing and is under construction.
Can I obtain Turkish citizenship if I buy a property from a foreign person?
If the investor wants to obtain Turkish nationality through real estate ownership.. He must purchase the property from a Turk, a Turkish company or a licensed Arab company in Turkey.
Additionally, if the property owner is a foreigner and the property was purchased from him.. The investor is not entitled to apply for Turkish citizenship.
In the event of obtaining Turkish citizenship, can it be granted to the investor’s family?
Turkish citizenship is granted to all family members under the age of eighteen, or those who are over eighteen and are still under the care of the family, including the wife.
How long is the expected period of time to obtain Turkish citizenship?
After completing the process of registering the property in the Title Department, and preparing the file attached with all the required information, which we will mention later.. The file is subject to study and approved in a period ranging between 3-6 months.
What are the procedures to be taken after buying a property to obtain Turkish citizenship?
- Extracting the real estate appraisal (Ekspertiz) through the appraisal companies approved by the Title Dept.
- Extracting a property ownership statement (Kat Mülkiyet).
- Obtaining a residence permit (Oturma İzni) if the property is ready for occupancy.
- Issuing a clearance for the property (Burç yoktur).
- Bank transfer notification of $250,000 or its equivalent.
- A copy of the passport for all family members.
- 4 personal photographs.
- Family statement.
Can I pay the value of the property in cash?
The bank transfer is a main condition for obtaining Turkish nationality, because in the case of cash payment.. You will not be able to achieve one of the most important conditions for obtaining Turkish nationality, which is to show the bank transfer notification from the buyer’s account to the account of the company or the Turkish seller. Additionally, the bank transfer notification must be certified by the bank.
Should I buy a residential property to obtain Turkish citizenship?
The property does not have to be residential. Therefore, the property can be an investment such as hotels, offices and shops. In addition, you have the right to invest it in a way that does not contradict the Turkish real estate investment law. Moreover, it is required that the property should not be sold for a period of three years.
Will I renounce my original citizenship if I get Turkish citizenship?
Turkish law does not require to renounce the original citizenship. Thus, you can retain your original citizenship whatever it is, with a free choice of changing the name and surname.
What advantages do I get if I obtain Turkish citizenship?
- The Turkish passport is one of the most powerful passports in the world. Furthermore, it ranks thirty-ninth in the world. Additionally, it allows you to travel to 72 countries around the world without a visa, including Qatar, Japan, Korea and Indonesia.
- You can also enter 42 countries with an entry visa from the airport, including Kuwait and Bahrain.
- Moreover, you can enter 7 countries that take a visa online, including Australia and the Sultanate of Oman.
- The Turkish state also provides free medical care to its citizens,
- In the case of obtaining Turkish citizenship, you have the right to participate in the presidential and parliamentary elections and to run for parliamentary or other seats.
- In addition to stopping worrying about all obstacles related to foreigners from owning or obtaining work permits, or the requirement to employ Turks in foreign companies, etc.
If you want to obtain Turkish citizenship through real estate ownership. Of course, we at Ebla Real Estate provide you with many offers which are suitable for obtaining Turkish citizenship.
For more information, contact your real estate advisor for free on the following number:
00905343240017
Edited by: Ebla Group Real Estate
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