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Turkish citizenship means having an official ID of the Republic of Turkey, a Turkish passport and enjoying the rights offered by the Republic of Turkey.
While a residence permit is a proof of staying in Turkey
There are 6 types of residence permits, which are:
1.Long-term residency
2.Short-term residency
3.Family residency
4.Educational residency
5.Human residency
6. Human business disability residency
1. Foreign persons with immovable property (real estate) in Turkey
2 foreigners who have a business relationship or create a job
3. Foreigners who stay for tourist reasons.
4. Foreign people participating in Turkish language classes.
5. People who attend training classes for services.
6. Foreigners who are unemployed in Turkey and have invested in the amount determined by the Presidential Institution – themselves, their spouses and their dependent children (less than 18 years).
7. Citizens of the Republic of Northern Cyprus, if eligible
NOTE: The duration of the extension or even non-renewal of the residence permit can vary according to the rules for different people.
Turkish citizenship is obtained in two ways:
1.By birth
2. People who are not born in Turkey
NOTE: By order of the authorized authority, taking a home child or using the right of choice, obtaining citizenship after that (birth) can be obtained.
NOTE: According to the authority, for example, we can mention marriage, real estate purchase (real estate).
Purchase of Real Estate
Exceptionally obtaining Turkish citizenship through the provision of real estate has different conditions depending on the different years. According to the latest corrections from 19.09.2018, the purchased real estate must have a minimum value of $ 250,000.
In addition, with the contract of sale of real estate or real estate, it is possible to obtain Turkish citizenship. Regarding the amount of this issue, from 07.12.2018 onwards, the contract for the sale of the prepared property must be at least $ 250,000.
- For the desired real estate, get the real estate value report (real estate) – (Express report)
- Payments are made through the bank.
- An undertaking not to sell the property or real estate for a period of three years.
- In notary offices, an obligation is given not to transfer the contract of sale or to terminate the contract for three years.
- Obtain proof of suitability (uygunluk belgesi)
Value report is a report that shows the value of property in the real estate market.
There are companies (to determine real estate) by the Market Value Committee and the Turkish Value Experts Association, which foreigners can register to apply for a value report.
It is 3 months from the time of setting it up. Also, if these three months pass before the purchase, the report will be taken again.
NOTE: In real estate purchased before 04.03.2019 there is no need to submit a value report
Purchase of Real Estate
This document was also sent to the management department of the Foreign Affairs Office after receiving the commitment not to sell the immovable property for three years.
The eligibility form will be prepared by the management of the foreign administration after performing the required checks, and the foreigner can apply for a residence permit and then obtain citizenship after receiving the eligibility form.
It is possible to sell In this case, the management of the document office has questioned the conditions notified to the population office, and of course, the citizenship status of the foreigner will be re-examined from the beginning.
There is no limit on the number. The important point is the value of the property in question, which must be at least $ 250,000 from 19.09.2018 onwards.
There is no obligation to buy at one time. As long as the conditions are met, we can buy real estate from different places at different times.
There are no restrictions in terms of type, for example, housing, workplace, agricultural land …. can be
Yes Citizenship Action It is important to note that according to the latest share value adjustment, each must be at least $ 250,000.
Example: Consider two foreigners who have bought a house worth at least $ 250,000. These people are not able to apply for citizenship because the value of the share is $ 125,000. They do not meet the monetary requirements.
Purchase of Real Estate
It is not possible to apply for citizenship because obtaining citizenship for real foreigners is possible by buying real estate (real estate).
On the specified date (proof of purchase), the exchange rate of the Central Bank of Turkey or the reciprocal currency is calculated
Note: The amount requested instead of US dollars can be other currencies or Turkish lira equal to the same value ($ 250,000)
Yes, it is possible to obtain citizenship. According to the latest amendments in 2018, it is possible to obtain citizenship by purchasing real estate (real estate) worth at least $ 250,000 for a spouse and children under 18 years of age.
It is impossible to allocate a specific time, it usually takes between 2 to 4 months because the busy schedule of the relevant departments or defective documents can disrupt this time. For this reason, in order to obtain citizenship without experiencing any problems and to complete it in the fastest possible way, it is very important to complete all the steps and provide complete documents, because any shortcoming can prolong the process or get negative results.
Management, membership and any assistance to terrorist groups
Users of fake documents or incorrect information to enter Turkey or a residence permit
Despite the ban on entering Turkey, people who enter Turkey
People who work without a work permit
People whose residence permits have been revoked
People whose visas have been revoked
Those who have violated or violated the rules of entry or exit to Turkey
People who have not left Turkey for 10 days despite not renewing their stay
NOTE: There is a possibility of protest against deportation. This sentence (deportation) will be notified to the foreigner himself, the representative of the foreigner, or to the lawyer of the foreigner. After the notification, it is possible to appeal in court within 7 days.
Another important point is that it is very important to inform the deporting authority when appealing in court.
1. Foreign persons with immovable property (real estate) in Turkey
2 foreigners who have a business relationship or create a job
3. Foreigners who stay for tourist reasons.
4. Foreign people participating in Turkish language classes.
5. People who attend training classes for services.
6. Foreigners who are unemployed in Turkey and have invested in the amount determined by the Presidential Institution – themselves, their spouses and their dependent children (less than 18 years).
7. Citizens of the Republic of Northern Cyprus, if eligible
NOTE: The duration of the extension or even non-renewal of the residence permit can vary according to the rules for different people.
There are 6 types of residence permits, which are:
1.Long-term residency
2.Short-term residency
3.Family residency
4.Educational residency
5.Human residency
6. Human business disability residency
