STEPS FOR APPLICATION TO TURKISH CITIZENSHIP THROUGH REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT

Step 1 - Get Tax Registration Number

The tax registration number can be obtained from any tax office in Turkey.
Original passport and photo required.

Step 2 - Opening a Bank Account in Turkey

Procurement transactions will need to be documented.
An original passport and tax registration number are required.
An official document (such as utility bills) showing your current address is required.

Step 3 - Finding the Real Estate

A total of 400,000 USD or equivalent in foreign currency or Turkish Lira (one or more properties)
Complete or near completion
Occupancy permit granted
Floor easement or title deed ready
Conforms to Official Valuation Measurement

Step 4 - Purchasing the Real Estate

Payment is made via bank transfer and this transaction is documented with a receipt.
The title deed and/or notarized sales contract/promise of sale contract with the phrase "Not to be sold for 3 Years" is received.

Step 5 - Obtaining Certificate of Conformity

An official Valuation Study is requested and provided.
A bank transfer receipt is sent.
Application is made to the Ministry of Environment and Urbanization.

Step 6 - Application for Turkish Citizenship

Required documents are collected.
You can apply to the General Directorate of Migration Management.

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