Nov 2024
Abu Khalid reached out through our Facebook community "Turkia Nafar." His first question: "Can you really get citizenship for $400K?"
Nov 2024
25-minute consultation with the founder. All costs laid out: the property + $22,500 in additional fees. No surprises.
Dec 2024
Selected an apartment in Basaksehir district for $415,000. SPK valuation: $420,000. Funds transferred and contract signed.
Jan 2025
Official title deed (Tapu) registered. Abu Khalid is now a legal property owner in Istanbul.
Feb 2025
Complete citizenship application filed for the entire family through a licensed Turkish attorney.
Oct 2025
5 Turkish passports received. Total duration: 11 months from first message.
Key Takeaway
Abu Khalid spent 3 years before us talking to brokers who promised "citizenship for $400K all-inclusive." He never moved forward because something always felt hidden.
When we disclosed every cost in detail — including the additional fees — he made his decision in 3 days. Full transparency did not slow the decision; it accelerated it.
Cost Breakdown
Property: $415,000
Title deed fees (Tapu): $16,600
Attorney + SPK valuation: $3,500
Translation & documentation: $900
Government & residency fees: $500
Total: $436,500