🇹🇷 Citizenship & Residency Through Real Estate Investment in Turkey (2025)
Invest. Live Legally. Secure Your Future in Turkey.
At Sun and Sands Turkey, we help international investors acquire Turkish citizenship and residency through government-approved real estate investments. Our expert legal and property team ensures full compliance — from due diligence to passport delivery.
🏡 Turkish Citizenship by Real Estate Investment
The $400,000 Path to Citizenship
The Turkish Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program offers foreign investors a direct route to full Turkish citizenship through property ownership.
Requirements (2025):
- Purchase property worth at least USD 400,000 (official valuation required).
- Keep ownership for 3 years (registered on the title deed).
- Payments made through a Turkish bank account in your name.
- Property must be debt-free and habitable.
- Clean criminal record and valid residency application.
Step-by-Step Process
1
Property Selection
Choose one or more approved properties worth $400,000 or more.
2
Valuation & Legal Checks
Funds wired via Turkish bank; title deed (tapu) issued.
3
Purchase & Transfer
Funds wired via Turkish bank; title deed (tapu) issued.
4
Temporary Residence Permit
Granted while citizenship file is processed.
5
Citizenship Application
Submission of documents to the Directorate of Citizenship.
6
Approval & Passport Delivery
Average processing time: 4–6 months.
Required Documents
- Valid passport(s)
- Property title deed and valuation report
- Proof of payment (bank transfer slips)
- Four biometric photos per applicant
- Birth and marriage certificates (notarized & translated)
- Criminal background check
- Power of attorney (if represented by lawyer)
Benefits of Turkish Citizenship
- Full citizenship rights - for investor and family.
- Visa-free/visa-on-arrival access to 110 + countries.
- Lifetime citizenship (can be passed to children).
- Lifetime citizenship (can be passed to children).
- No residency obligation.
- Option to rent or lease property while holding it.
🏠 Residence Permit Through Property Ownership
Legal Stay for Property Investors
Property owners in Turkey can apply for a short-term residence permit under Article 31/1-b of Turkish immigration law.
This permit grants legal stay for up to two years and is renewable as long as the investor retains property ownership.
Key Conditions
- Property value must be minimum USD 200,000 (official appraisal).
- Property must have a valid title deed (tapu) and habitation license (iskan).
- The applicant must hold valid health insurance and show sufficient income.
- Ownership must be in the applicant’s name.
Permit Duration & Renewal
| Permit Type | Duration | Renewal |
|---|---|---|
| Property-Based Residence Permit | Up to 2 years | Renewable if property retained |
| Family Residence Permit | Up to 3 years | For spouse & dependent children |
- Renewal must be filed within 60 days before expiry.
- Selling the property terminates the residence permit.
- Processing time: typically 2–8 weeks.
Required Documents
- Completed application (via e-Ikamet)
- Passport (original + copy)
- 4 biometric photos
- Title deed (tapu)
- Proof of financial means (bank statement)
- Health insurance covering entire stay
- Turkish tax number & payment receipts
Investor Advantages
- Legal stay tied to your property ownership.
- Eligibility for long-term residence after 8 years.
- Ability to rent out property while holding permit.
- Access to local healthcare, banking, and education systems.
⚖️ Residency vs Citizenship — Which Fits Your Investment Strategy?
| Feature | Residence Permit | Citizenship by Investment |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Investment | USD 200,000 (property) | USD 400,000 (property) |
| Validity | 1 – 2 years (renewable) | Lifetime |
| Family Inclusion | Spouse + children | Spouse + children |
| Can Rent Property? | Yes | Yes |
| Property Sale Restriction | None | 3-year hold required |
| Residency Requirement | Must maintain property | None |
| Path to Passport | After 8 years continuous residence | Immediate upon approval |
| Best For | Long-term investors seeking flexibility | Global investors seeking dual citizenship |
💼 Why Choose Sun and Sands Turkey
- Fully licensed portfolio of government-approved properties.
- Legal & valuation experts managing every step.
- Transparent process — no hidden fees.
- End-to-end service: property → residency → citizenship.
Your investment doesn’t just buy property — it opens the door to opportunity, security, and freedom in one of the world’s most dynamic real-estate markets.
Ready to Begin?
Contact Sun and Sands Turkey to start your investment-based residency or citizenship journey today.
Our multilingual specialists will design a strategy that fits your goals and ensures total compliance with Turkish law
Our multilingual specialists will design a strategy that fits your goals and ensures total compliance with Turkish law