Over the last decade, the owners of real estate in Turkey, according to the Cadastral Department, have become citizens of more than 140 countries. At the same time, the Turkish government, not in words, but in deeds, demonstrates a loyal attitude towards foreign investors, simplifying the procedure for purchasing apartments and legalizing residence.
Citizenship of the eastern republic today can be obtained by foreigners who have made a certain contribution to the national economy. Having a Turkish passport — this is an opportunity to live and work, use high-quality medical services and study at prestigious universities in the country.
What does Turkish citizenship give? What are the advantages of Turkish citizenship for foreigners, and what prospects open up for investors in life and business? Read about this and more in the expert article from Point Property.
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Second passport for investment
The question is how to obtain Turkish citizenship, due to the difficult geopolitical situation, is more relevant today for many Russian-speaking citizens than ever.
One of the simplest and most win-win ways — apply forTurkish passport for investmentin the Turkish economy. /p> State program "Citizenship by Investment" started in 2016. To participate, a foreigner needs to invest in the purchase of securities, real estate, make a deposit or open his own business, providing at least 50 jobs for local citizens. The initial investment in the purchase of real estate was $1,000,000. However, the amount turned out to be too high for investors. And in 2018, the government lowered the bar to $250,000 on the condition that housing cannot be resold for 3 years. Due to a sharp increase in the number of migrants in 2022, it was decided to increase the amount of investment in real estate to $400,000. At the same time, a foreign citizen can buy for this amount not one, but several of any property, be it an apartment, a house, commercial real estate, or a plot of land. After three years of ownership, the real estate can be sold, while the status of a Turkish citizen remains. Until this moment, you have the opportunity not only to move for permanent residence to a safe country, but also to rent out apartments, receiving passive income. If all documents are prepared correctly, registration of Turkish citizenship when purchasing real estate< span style="font-weight: 400;"> will take up to 4 months. At the same time, you will not have to go through any difficult interviews or exams.
What is gives Turkish citizenship? We will look into the advantages in detail below.
Advantages of Turkish citizenship
The main advantages of obtaining a Turkish passport for foreigners are:
- The right of permanent residence in Turkey is granted not only to the applicant, but also to his immediate relatives.
- Freedom to travel.
- Second citizenship.
- Excellent prospects for international business development.
- Official employment.
- Access to a wide range of banking services.
- Quality education and medicine.
Citizenship for the whole family
First,what gives Turkish citizenship for Russiansand citizens of other countries of the former CIS — this is the right to apply for citizenship as a family.
Remember that “family” in the Republic of Turkey, the applicant’s closest relatives are called — spouse, minor children, as well as children over 18 years of age who are in parental care, for example, due to disability (a health certificate must be attached to the documents).
At the same time, if you fill out the form at citizenship and residence permit in Turkey for a child and immediate family members, the package of documents is supplemented by marriage and birth certificates for each applicant (both originals and copies are required).
All documents issued in your country of residence are legalized, translated into Turkish, after which the translation is certified by a notary.
Unlike a residence permit, Turkish citizenship does not have a statute of limitations; it is passed on from parents to children.
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Freedom of travel
Visa-free visits by Turkish citizens to 111 countries on the planet, including Singapore, Hong Kong, and Japan. More than three dozen countries allow visas to be issued directly upon arrival at the airport. To travel to countries such as Mexico, Pakistan or Sri Lanka, you will need to obtain an electronic border crossing permit.
Citizens of Turkey can obtain a so-called B-1/B-2 visitor visa for traveling to the United States of America. Visa validity period — 10 years. The visa allows you not only to travel, but also to receive treatment, participate in any official events, get an education and find a job. Applications must be submitted to the US Consulate located in Istanbul or Ankara.
In addition, Turkish citizens have the opportunity to obtain a visa to visit the countries of the Schengen area and the EU. Validity of C-2 visa — about 5 years with the right to reside in the Schengen states for 90 days within 6 months.
Second citizenship
Another advantage of Turkish citizenship — receiving a “golden” passport does not oblige you to renounce citizenship of your country. That is, Turkish legislation allows for second citizenship. But it is important to check in advance whether this is allowed in your home country. For example, Russians, Belarusians and Kyrgyz can obtain a second citizenship without losing their primary one.
Good prospects for the development of international commercial activities
Considering the pros and cons of Turkish citizenship, many foreigners note the prospects for business development in this eastern state.
Firstly, the country is located at the intersection of many international trade routes. The Turkish economy is among the TOP 20 largest economies in the world, which guarantees ample opportunities for the implementation of various business ideas. And secondly, a simple procedure for registering companies allows businessmen to quickly launch their own profitable business and establish cooperation with partner companies from EU countries.
To register a legal entity, you will need to prepare a certain list of documents and register with the Turkish Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
More opportunities to work in Turkey
Investment citizenship guarantees foreigners the same rights as native residents of the country. In particular, in addition to opening your own business, having a second passport — this is an opportunity to apply for employment in highly paid positions and in-demand specialties on an equal basis with local citizens.
The most interesting areas in terms of salary levels and development prospects are considered to be:
- information technology;
- medicine;
- teaching activities;
- tourism;
- law;
- investments in construction and real estate sales.
According to Turkish labor law, a citizen's working week should not exceed 45 hours (8-hour working day). The average salary is about $1,200 before taxes.
Access to a wide range of banking services
According to statistics from the Banking Association of the Republic of Turkey, more than 50 private and public banks operate in the state.
And this means what does a Turkish passport give private clients and legal entities have the right to receive a wide range of banking services, including loans for developing their own business, buying a car, mortgages for purchasing real estate, etc.
Citizens of Turkey receive credit funds for personal use without the need for collateral or guarantee. The loan rate depends on the borrower’s profit, the amount requested and the period for which the loan agreement is issued.
Receiving a prestigious education
Education in Turkey has been conducted according to the Bologna system since 2001. That is, it fully complies with all European requirements. Upon completion of studies at one of the universities, graduates receive a diploma that is recognized in all European countries.
More than 20 Turkish universities are included in the international ranking of the best universities in the world. The private university Koç is considered one of the most prestigious in the country. University in Istanbul. The educational institution annually trains about 7,000 students. The most popular faculties — medical, economic and legal.
Advantages:
- Higher education in Turkey is paid. However, for Turkish citizens the cost of training is lower than for foreigners.
- Students who show good results receive scholarships and grants.
- Most universities provide for student exchange with European universities and internships in various international corporations, as a result of which many graduates find employment. < /li>
Quality medical care
The level of Turkish medicine, according to analysts' reports, is one of the highest among Asian countries. In particular, calculations by specialists were carried out taking into account such characteristics of Turkish hospitals as equipment, professionalism of medical personnel, cost of medical services. It should be noted that the Republic of Turkey is ahead of Singapore, China and the UAE in this ranking.
All Turkish citizens have the right to free treatment in public clinics and large discounts on the purchase of medicines. A significant portion of treatment costs is covered by the SGK compulsory health insurance. In addition, citizens of the country can purchase private insurance policies. The cost of health insurance depends on the breadth of coverage and the age of the person.
Many hospitals in Turkey are known far beyond the borders of the state. They employ professionals of the highest class who specialize in the treatment of a wide variety of diseases, including serious ones. Such as oncology, dysfunction of the endocrine and cardiovascular systems. Great progress has been made in areas such as organ transplantation and plastic surgery.
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In the Mahmutlar area, a furnished studio apartment 1+0 with an area of 40 m² in a complex built in 2016, located 350 m from the sea and 250 m from the center of the area, with a sea view and developed infrastructure.
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40 m²
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In the Mahmutlar area, furnished 1+0 apartments with an area of 55 m² in a complex built in 2010, located just 400 m from the sea and 100 m from the center of the area, with a modern layout and developed infrastructure.
1+0
55 m²
10935
In the Bektash area, a spacious furnished 4+1 duplex with an area of 160 m², located in a complex of townhouses, with panoramic views of the sea and mountains, three bathrooms, two balconies and a terrace.
4+1, Duplex, Penthouse
160 m²
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Obagol furnished 2+1 apartments with an area of 90 m² in a complex built in 2010, located 300 m from the sea and 100 m from the center of the district, with the possibility of obtaining a residence permit and a convenient family layout.
2+1
90 m²
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In the Kargicak area, a 3+1 duplex apartment with an area of 110 m² in a complex built in 2025, located 2000 m from the sea, with an American kitchen, a ready-made TAPU received by Iskan and a panoramic view.
3+1, Duplex
110 m²
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In the Mahmutlar area, furnished 3+1 apartments with an area of 130 m² in a complex built in 2009, located 400 m from the sea, with two bathrooms, two balconies and a view of the pool and the complex grounds.
3+1
130 m²
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Konakli furnished villa 3+1 with an area of 200 m², built in 2010, is located only 300 m from the sea and 500 m from the center of the area, with the possibility of obtaining a residence permit, sea views, two bathrooms and a spacious area.
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200 m²
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Avsallar furnished 1+1 apartments of 45 m² in a complex built in 2024, located 1500 m from the sea and 1250 m from the center of the area, with a bright interior, views of the surrounding area and modern infrastructure for a comfortable life.
1+1
45 m²
10929
1+1 apartment of 60 m² in Mahmutlar is located in a complex with a swimming pool, garden and parking, just 300 meters from the sea.
1+1
60 m²
10926
This 1+1 apartment with an area of 54 m² in Mahmutlar is a modern home in a new complex built in 2025 with a rich infrastructure for relaxation and comfortable living.
1+1
54 m²
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In the Cikcilli area, furnished 1+1 apartments of 100 m² in a complex built in 2004, located 1000 m from the sea and 400 m from the center of the area, with the possibility of obtaining a residence permit, sea views and a spacious layout.
2+1
100 m²
10924
In the Cikcilli area, furnished 2+1 apartment of 95 m² in a complex built in 2004, located 1000 m from the sea and 400 m from the center of the area, with two bathrooms, two balconies and a spacious family layout.
2+1
95 m²
10923
In the Avsallar area, furnished 2+1 apartments of 75 m² in a complex built in 2015, located 1500 m from the sea and 1000 m from the center of the area, with two balconies and a convenient layout for everyday life and leisure.
2+1
75 m²
10922
In the center of Alanya, 1+1 apartments of 70 m² in a complex built in 2014, located just 200 m from Cleopatra Beach and 100 m from the city center, with a modern furnished layout and high rental potential.
1+1
70 m²
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55 m²
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50 m²
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In the Oba area, furnished 1+1 apartments with an area of 51 m² in a complex built in 2022, located 1300 m from the sea and 500 m from the center of the area, with panoramic windows, new furniture and appliances, and views of the surrounding area.
1+1
51 m²
10918
In Konakli Alanya, 2+0 apartments of 45 m² in a hotel complex with permission for short-term rental, located 600 m from the sea, on the south side, with heated floors and a full sea view.
1+1
45 m²
10917
In the Avsallar area, furnished 1+1 apartments of 65 m² in a complex built in 2014, located 600 m from the sea and 250 m from the center of the area, with panoramic windows, heated floors in the living room and views of the green surroundings.
1+1
65 m²
10916
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