Turkish Citizenship Program

Everything You Need to Know — No Secrets

Real numbers, realistic timelines, and complete requirements — before any decision

Complete Cost Breakdown
Figures based on 2025–2026 market averages
Property value (minimum) $400,000
Title deed transfer tax (4%) ~$16,000
SPK valuation report $300 – $500
Turkish attorney fees $2,000 – $3,500
Official translation & notarization $500 – $1,000
Temporary residency & government fees ~$500
Actual total cost ~$420K – $425K
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Timeline — From Contact to Passport
Realistic timeline based on our experience
1
Consultation & Property Selection
Assessment of your situation and requirements — then a file of 3–5 qualifying properties.
1–2 WEEKS
2
Legal Verification & Purchase
SPK valuation — contract signing — fund transfer — title deed registration.
2–4 WEEKS
3
Citizenship Application Filing
Document compilation + translation + submission through a licensed attorney.
2–4 WEEKS
4
Government Review
Ministry of Interior + Immigration Directorate. The longest phase.
3–8 MONTHS
5
Turkish Passport Issuance
Turkish passport for you and your family — visa-free access to 116 countries.
MONTH 4–12

Requirements

Eligibility Criteria for the Citizenship Program

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Property worth $400,000 minimum
The declared value must match or exceed the approved SPK valuation.
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Matching or higher SPK valuation
Independent appraisal report from a valuator accredited by Turkey's Capital Markets Board.
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3-year property holding period
Mandatory holding period from title deed registration date. Sale is not permitted before that.
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Clean criminal record
No criminal history in Turkey or your country of residence. Security screening is mandatory.
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Not on international sanctions lists
The applicant must not be listed on any international sanctions or watchlists.
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Valid passport
Passport valid for a sufficient period + recent biometric photographs.
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DAB Certificate (Doviz Alim Belgesi)
Foreign currency purchase certificate from the Turkish Central Bank. It proves that the transfer was made through official channels and the dollars were converted to Turkish lira via the Central Bank. Mandatory requirement for citizenship application acceptance.

Required Documents

What You Need to Prepare Before Filing

The complete list of documents required for the citizenship application — we guide you through preparing each one.

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Passport Copies
Translated into Turkish and officially notarized (noter) — for all family members included in the application.
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Birth Certificates
Translated and notarized — for all family members included in the application.
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Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
Translated and officially notarized — required to include spouse and children in the application.
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Biometric Photographs
White background, passport-specification photos — for all family members.
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Title Deed (Tapu)
Official property registration document in the investor's name — issued upon purchase completion.
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SPK Valuation Report
Accredited valuation report confirming the property value exceeds $400,000.
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DAB Certificate
Foreign currency purchase certificate from the Central Bank — proves the funds were transferred through official channels.
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Power of Attorney (Vekaletname)
Authorization for the Turkish attorney to follow up on citizenship procedures — issued at a notary public in Turkey.

Do not worry about this list — we guide you through preparing each document step by step, and ensure the file is complete before submission.

Transparency First

We Tell You What Others Will Not

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We disclose every cost — including hidden ones
Title deed fees, valuation costs, attorney fees, DAB certificate — everything is on the table before you commit.
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We document risks — not hide them
Market risks, regulatory changes, developer risks, currency fluctuations — all disclosed upfront.
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We say "no" when necessary
If your situation does not fit the program, we tell you directly. We refuse to work with those who do not meet eligibility criteria.
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We never use the word "guaranteed"
Guarantees in real estate are not just misleading — they are illegal. Any company offering guarantees is lying to you.
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We do not operate outside Istanbul
Our specialization is Istanbul only — we have no expertise elsewhere and will not pretend otherwise.

"Our founding principle was simple: honesty before sales. We tell our clients every cost and every risk — even if it means losing a deal. Because one satisfied client is worth ten deals built on hidden costs."

— Sami Meseik, Founder · IDEX Real Estate

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