Questions about Turkish citizenship and how to obtain it

We will present to you the most important questions about Turkish citizenship and how to obtain it. All the answers you will find within this blog regarding citizenship

We will review a set of common questions that may be on your mind regarding Turkish citizenship and how to obtain it, and whether you are considering obtaining citizenship through real estate investment in Turkey or through alternative options, we will provide you with comprehensive answers that will help you understand the procedures, requirements and benefits associated with obtaining citizenship.

What are the ways to obtain Turkish citizenship?

1. A property must be purchased in Turkey with a value of at least $400,000, and it must not be sold for three years.

2. An amount of $500,000 can be deposited in any Turkish bank, with the condition that no withdrawals from this amount will be made for a period of three years.

3. You can deposit $500,000 in the Individual Cooperation Fund, and then you must not withdraw from the amount for 3 years

4. You can obtain Turkish citizenship by establishing a company in Turkey and employing 50 Turkish workers, with the condition that none of them will be laid off within a period of three years.

5. Foreigners can obtain citizenship by marrying a Turkish citizen and staying with him for a certain period.

What are the steps to obtain Turkish citizenship?

1. Submitting an application to obtain Turkish citizenship requires preparing an accurate file and submitting it to the branch of the Presidency of Turkish Immigration and Foreign Affairs in the region in which the applicant resides and the required papers vary according to the type of nationality requested, as the procedures can be different between the different types.

2. In the event that the application is submitted through investment, the Presidency of Migration grants the "investor residence" that allows the applicant to stay in Turkey temporarily until he obtains Turkish citizenship.

3. The steps to obtain citizenship go through different stages, including scrutiny and examination by government institutions and ministries and these stages include a security stage known as the "fourth stage", which includes a thorough security check of the applicant.

4. After passing all the stages, a text notification arrives on the applicant's phone approving the granting of Turkish citizenship, and the total procedures usually take about eight months, with the exception of exceptional citizenship, which may take about two years.

5. After the notification of approval, the applicant is notified of the need to visit the Civil Status Directorate branch in his area to take a fingerprint and obtain a Turkish ID, accompanied by his family members.

What are the papers required to obtain Turkish citizenship through real estate investment?

1. Real estate purchase contract: It must be signed by the buyer and seller, and certified by the Turkish Notary.

2. Real estate appraisal report: proves that the value of the property is not less than $400,000.

3. Foreign currency sale receipt: confirms the sale of foreign currency to the Central Bank of Turkey and its exchange for Turkish currency.

4. Money transfer receipt: proves the transfer of the value of the property in Turkish lira (equivalent to 400,000 dollars) to the seller's account.

5. A document conforming to the Turkish nationality: issued by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change.

6. The real estate title deed document: It must be certified by the Directorate of Land Registry and Land Survey, whether it is complete or an easement.

7. Translated and certified copies of passports: for the investor, his wife and children under 18 years of age.

8. Written consent of the wife: indicating her agreement or refusal to obtain Turkish citizenship for her and her children.

9. The investor's tax number: It must be provided to the Tax Department in Turkey.

What are the cases of withdrawal of Turkish citizenship?

1. When the holder of Turkish citizenship is willingly working for the interest of a foreign country and his services to this country are not compatible with the interests of Turkey.

2. In the event that a Turkish citizen deals with his full will in favor of a foreign country, it is in an official state of war with Turkey.

3. If the holder of Turkish citizenship joined the military service of a foreign country without the knowledge and approval of the Turkish authorities.

4. In the event that the Turkish citizen commits a crime that threatens the security of the state and its constitutional order.

5. When forging papers submitted during the application for Turkish citizenship.

What are the rights and duties of those who obtained Turkish citizenship?

1. Obtaining the national identity and passport, and the possibility of replacing them in the event of damage or loss, in addition to confirming marriage and registering children, and the right to move within Turkey at any time, and to travel and return to it freely without restrictions.

2. Participate in all kinds of Turkish elections, including presidential, parliamentary, municipal and mukhtar elections.

3. Candidacy for presidential, governmental and ministerial positions, as well as various state jobs, as long as the requirements of each position are met.

4. Freedom of expression and opinion without causing offense to Turkish symbols such as the flag and the founder of the republic, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.

5. Practicing religious rights and performing religious rites freely, regardless of their religion and beliefs, as long as they do not conflict with laws and do not negatively affect others.

6. Respecting the rights of other citizens and residents in Turkey, not interfering with their rights and property, and not causing fear, threats or attacks on their freedoms.

7. If the holder of Turkish citizenship enters the country before reaching the age of twenty-two, he is obliged to perform compulsory military service.

Can a Syrian obtain Turkish citizenship by buying a property?

Since the holders of Syrian nationality do not have the right to buy real estate in Turkey at present, obtaining Turkish citizenship through real estate investment in Turkey is not available to Syrians, but there are other options available under this law for Syrians seeking to obtain Turkish citizenship, which are:

1. Syrians can invest in a fixed amount of at least $500,000.

2. Syrians can provide job opportunities for at least 50 Turkish citizens.

3. Syrians can deposit an amount of at least 500,000 US dollars in Turkish banks.

Common questions

Is it possible to retain the mother's nationality after obtaining Turkish citizenship?

Certainly, you can keep your original citizenship after obtaining Turkish citizenship.

Is it possible to obtain Turkish citizenship by purchasing a group of properties in Turkey?

Unfortunately, you cannot obtain Turkish citizenship by owning several properties in Turkey.

What is the minimum value of the property suitable for obtaining Turkish citizenship?

To obtain citizenship by purchasing a property in Turkey, the value of the purchased property must be no less than 400 thousand US dollars according to the current laws.

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