Log in or register
Share on LinkedInShare on LinkedIn

ARTICLE · 21 SEPTEMBER 2018

Thresholds For The Minimum Requirements On The Acquisition Of Turkish Citizenship To Be Lowered

Guzeloglu Attorneys-at-law
Explore more from Guzeloglu Attorneys-at-law

With the Presidential Decree Numbered 106 ("Decree") the financial and investment criterias for foreigners who desire to become Turkish Citizen has been eased.

TurkeyImmigration
Abdulkadir Guzeloglu
Abdulkadir Guzeloglu
Tarik Kurban
Tarik Kurban

With the Presidential Decree Numbered 106 ("Decree") the financial and investment criterias for foreigners who desire to become Turkish Citizen has been eased.

The Decree, which amends the Regulation on the Application of Turkish Citizenship Law, has been published on the Official Gazette dated 19.09.2018 and entered into force on the latter date.

In accordance with the Decree, the conditions that are stipulated for the foreigners to become eligible to acquire Turkish citizenship has eased as following:

  • The lower limit of the investment in fixed capital condition has been lowered from USD 2,000,000 to USD 500.000,
  • The threshold of the acquire the citizenship through purchasing an immovable property at least at the amount of USD 1,000,000 has been lowered to USD 250.000,

We operate a free-to-view policy, asking only that you register in order to read all of our content. Please login or register to view the rest of this article.

Register for freeORLog in

View source

Related Articles

Legal Intelligence Newsletters: sign up for the latest legal and regulatory news on your chosen topics

Read more about

Related Comparative Guides

See more popular content from

Article

Residence Permits Through Property Ownership In Türkiye 2026

This article examines the relationship between acquiring residential property in Türkiye and applying for residence permission on that basis. It considers the legal category, the characteristics and intended use of the property, supporting documents, valuation and administrative requirements, family circumstances, renewals and adverse decisions. The discussion distinguishes the validity of a purchase from the eligibility of the subsequent residence application. The analysis therefore places immigration review within pre-acquisition due diligence.
TurkeyImmigration
ONGUR & PARTNERS
ONGUR & PARTNERS
Article

How To Get Turkish Citizenship By Investment In Turkey (2026)

Turkey's Citizenship by Investment Program offers foreign nationals a pathway to Turkish citizenship through qualifying real estate investments of at least USD 400,000. Understanding the legal requirements, property eligibility criteria, and application procedures is crucial for investors seeking to navigate this process successfully while avoiding common pitfalls that could delay or jeopardize their citizenship application.
TurkeyImmigration
ONGUR & PARTNERS
ONGUR & PARTNERS
Article

Turkish Citizenship By Private Pension System (BES): Requirements, Funds And Process

Turkey's Private Pension System (BES) offers foreign investors a unique pathway to citizenship through a USD 500,000 contribution held for three years. Unlike real estate or bank deposits, this route provides investment flexibility across multiple fund types including equities, precious metals, and money market instruments. How does this managed portfolio approach compare to other citizenship investment options, and what are the key requirements and risks investors should understand?
TurkeyImmigration
PALDIMOGLU Law Firm
PALDIMOGLU Law Firm