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Türkiye Residency, Citizenship & Property Investment Services
Türkiye allows foreign property ownership, tolerates dual citizenship and offers both a residence permit and a citizenship route linked to real estate. This page compares the main options and shows how DXB.IST supports each step in Istanbul.
Short answer
Türkiye offers citizenship by investment from USD 400,000 in real estate (held 3 years), residence permits through property from USD 200,000 in metropolitan provinces such as Istanbul, and study, work and family permits. DXB.IST guides the file from eligibility check to title-deed day.
At a glance
- Main residence authority
- Göç İdaresi (Presidency of Migration Management)
- Long-term options
- Citizenship from USD 400,000 in property (3-year hold); residence permit from USD 200,000 in metropolitan provinces
- Foreign ownership
- Foreigners may buy property, with restrictions in some zones; 100% ownership of Ltd. and A.Ş. companies
- Tax
- Tax residents are generally taxed on worldwide income; ask a tax adviser about your own position
- Dual citizenship
- Allowed by Türkiye
Citizenship
Residency
ResidencyTurkish Residence Permit by Property (USD 200,000)
Foreigners who own residential property in Istanbul worth at least USD 200,000 (recorded on the title deed) can apply for a renewable short-term residence permit, usually issued for 1 to 2 years by the Presidency of Migration Management.
Property buyers who want legal residence in Istanbul
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ResidencyShort-Term Residence Permit in Türkiye: How to Apply
A short-term (tourism) residence permit lets foreigners stay in Türkiye beyond the visa-free or 90-day limit, with a rental contract or other accommodation proof, health insurance and proof of financial means, issued by the Presidency of Migration Management.
Long-stay visitors, remote workers and retirees in Istanbul
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ResidencyDriving Licence in Türkiye: Exchange a Foreign Licence
Residents in Türkiye can commonly use a foreign driving licence for a limited period, often cited as 6 months from the residence permit start date, then must exchange it for a Turkish licence at the Population and Citizenship Affairs directorate.
Residence permit holders, students, families and professionals who drive
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BusinessCompany Formation in Türkiye: Ltd. Şti. vs A.Ş. Guide
Foreigners can own 100% of a limited (Ltd. Şti.) or joint-stock (A.Ş.) company in Türkiye, registered through the Trade Registry, and company partners or managers may obtain residence under certain conditions.
Entrepreneurs, investors and foreign-owned businesses
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BusinessOpening a Bank Account in Türkiye as a Foreigner
Foreigners can open personal and company bank accounts in Türkiye, usually with a passport, a Turkish tax number and proof of address; many banks prefer a residence permit, and policies differ by bank and nationality.
Residents, property buyers, investors and company owners
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StudyStudent Residence Permit in Türkiye: Requirements
International students admitted to a YÖK-recognised Turkish university enter on a student visa and apply for a student residence permit within 30 days of arrival, issued by the Presidency of Migration Management.
International students and their parents
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StudyStudy in Türkiye: University Admission for Foreigners
International students apply to Turkish universities one by one: each university sets its own requirements, and programmes are taught in English or Turkish. After acceptance comes the student visa and the student residence permit.
International students, school leavers and their families
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What residency and citizenship options does Türkiye offer?
Foreigners live in Türkiye on residence permits issued by Göç İdaresi (the Presidency of Migration Management) or on work permits issued by the Ministry of Labour and Social Security. Property owners have two real-estate routes: a residence permit, and citizenship by investment through the Ministry of Interior. Türkiye allows dual citizenship, so you do not have to give up your first passport.
How do the main Turkish routes compare?
| Route | Typical term | Benchmark (commonly cited) | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citizenship by investment | Citizenship; property held 3 years | Real estate worth at least USD 400,000, or other qualifying investments | Ministry of Interior, Population Directorate |
| Residence permit through property | Usually 1-2 years, renewable | At least USD 200,000 in metropolitan provinces such as Istanbul | Göç İdaresi |
| Short-term residence | Renewable permit | Rental contract, health insurance and financial means | Göç İdaresi |
| Student residence | Linked to your studies | Admission to a YÖK-recognised university | Göç İdaresi |
| Work permit | Linked to the employer | Employer applies; Turquoise Card for highly qualified people | Ministry of Labour and Social Security |
| Family residence | Linked to the sponsor | Spouse or children of Turkish citizens or permit holders | Göç İdaresi |
Which route suits whom?
- Families seeking a second passport: citizenship by investment, with a property of at least USD 400,000 annotated on the title deed for 3 years. Spouse and children under 18 are included.
- Buyers who want residence first: the property residence permit. Some neighbourhoods have been closed to new foreign registrations, so we check the current closed-neighbourhood list before you buy.
- Students: admission to a Turkish university, then the student visa and a student residence permit within 30 days of arrival.
- Employees and company owners: a work permit applied for by the employer, or a Ltd. or A.Ş. company that foreigners can own 100%.
- Relatives of residents: family residence for spouse and children.
How does DXB.IST help with Turkish residency and property?
We start with a free first consultation and an eligibility check, then prepare the document checklist and translations, book appointments with the authorities, and for property buyers arrange a shortlist, due diligence, a licensed appraisal and title-deed day. Payments for citizenship must come through a Turkish bank with a foreign-exchange purchase certificate, and we guide that step with licensed lawyers. Afterwards we support renewals, banking, schooling, relocation, airport transfers and hotels through our travel desk. We are not a government body and we do not guarantee approval.
Frequently asked questions
Real estate worth at least USD 400,000, annotated on the title deed for 3 years. Alternatives include a USD 500,000 bank deposit, bonds or fund shares held 3 years, fixed-capital investment, or creating 50 jobs.