US$400,000 \u00b7 3-year property holding period \u00b7 Citizenship granted directly to the whole family \u00b7 Updated February 2026<\/p>\n
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Minimum qualifying investment for Turkish citizenship by property purchase \u2014 property value confirmed by an independent appraiser<\/p>\n
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Minimum property holding period \u2014 the property may be sold afterward and citizenship is retained<\/p>\n
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What is Turkish citizenship by property purchase?<\/h2>\nA Turkish government program that grants citizenship directly through real estate investment<\/h4>\n
It allows investors who buy real estate worth at least US$400,000<\/strong> and hold it for 3 years<\/strong> to be granted citizenship directly \u2014 full citizenship, not merely a residence permit \u2014 for two generations of the family: the investor, their spouse, and unmarried children under 18.<\/p>\n \ud83c\uddf9\ud83c\uddf7 Citizenship granted directly\ud83d\udcb5 US dollar-denominated\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67 Whole family\ud83c\udfe0 3-year holding period<\/p>\n Three distinct levels of status,<\/p>\n not one and the same<\/p>\n Investor residence permit \u2260 permanent residence (PR) \u2260 citizenship.<\/p>\n This program leads straight to citizenship<\/strong> \u2014 a major difference from programs that grant only residence rights. The investor becomes a citizen with full rights in T\u00fcrkiye.<\/p>\n 02 How the process works<\/p>\n The entire process turns on one core condition: establishing property ownership in step 3 is what triggers every step that follows. The investor will need to travel to T\u00fcrkiye at least twice; the remaining formalities can be handled by power of attorney.<\/p>\n 1<\/p>\n Deposit and eligibility assessment<\/p>\n Sign the agreement and visit the development if needed.<\/p>\n 2<\/p>\n Sign the service agreement and engage an attorney<\/p>\n Establish legal representation in T\u00fcrkiye.<\/p>\n Key step<\/p>\n 3<\/p>\n Establish property ownership<\/p>\n Sign the sale and purchase agreement, complete the investment, and receive the title deed and the certificate of eligibility.<\/p>\n 4<\/p>\n Trip 1 to T\u00fcrkiye \u2014 biometrics<\/p>\n Submit the investor residence permit application.<\/p>\n 5<\/p>\n Trip 2 to T\u00fcrkiye \u2014 file the citizenship application<\/p>\n Takes place once the residence permit is approved.<\/p>\n 6<\/p>\n Citizenship and passport issued<\/p>\n Collect the national ID card and passport from the Turkish authorities.<\/p>\n 03 What the investment delivers<\/p>\n Unlike a conventional real estate transaction, the same capital here is structured to help preserve value in US dollars, generate rental income, and open a path to second citizenship for the whole family \u2014 all at the same time. The six layers of value below work in parallel on a single asset.<\/p>\n A<\/p>\n Property is transacted in US dollars or euros, with fewer capital-control barriers than in many developed economies \u2014 helping protect asset value against swings in your home currency.<\/p>\n B<\/p>\n Istanbul’s rental market is active, supported by genuine residential demand and international visitors; rental income in a hard currency is an advantage.<\/p>\n C<\/p>\n Your spouse and children under 18 are granted citizenship alongside you, with access to healthcare and education on the same terms as other Turkish citizens.<\/p>\n D<\/p>\n The Turkish passport offers visa-free or eVisa access to more than 110 destinations (Henley, January 2026) \u2014 not including the Schengen Area, the United States, the United Kingdom, or Canada.<\/p>\n E<\/p>\n Istanbul sits where Europe meets Asia; T\u00fcrkiye has free trade zones and a customs union with the European Union (EU) \u2014 although it is not an EU member.<\/p>\n F<\/p>\n Turkish citizens may qualify for the U.S. E-2 visa \u2014 a nonimmigrant visa. For those who acquired citizenship through investment, U.S. law requires them to have been domiciled in T\u00fcrkiye for a continuous period of at least 3 years before applying for an E-2 visa \u2014 a long-term, conditional path.<\/p>\n 04 Understanding the benefits<\/p>\n This is where investors most often get it wrong. It is important to separate the benefits the program actually delivers from those that fall outside its scope.<\/p>\n Benefits that apply from naturalization, for life, for the whole family<\/p>\n Benefits outside the program’s scope \u2014 where investors should avoid misconceptions<\/p>\n !<\/p>\n Keep two things separate: short-term Schengen travel \u2260 the right to live or work in the EU<\/p>\n T\u00fcrkiye is not<\/strong> a member of the European Union (EU). It has a customs union with the EU \u2014 an advantage for trade in goods \u2014 but that does not translate into residency rights within the EU. Investors should keep these two things separate when weighing their options.<\/p>\n 05 The numbers that matter<\/p>\n \ud83d\udcb5 Investment threshold<\/p>\n US$400,000<\/p>\n The minimum property value required to qualify for the citizenship program \u2014 confirmed by an independent appraiser.<\/p>\n Each title deed can be used to apply for citizenship only once.<\/p>\n Source for tax rates: Turkish Revenue Administration (G\u0130B); rates may change over time.<\/p>\n 06 Featured projects<\/p>\n Apartments in the heart of Istanbul, developed by Sur Yap\u0131 \u2014 an option IMM Group presents to investors pursuing Turkish citizenship.<\/p>\n Location & amenities<\/p>\n Heart of the European side<\/p>\n Sale price & citizenship investment threshold<\/p>\n Two distinct figures<\/p>\n Location & amenities<\/p>\n Location<\/p>\n European-side CBD, on the M1 metro line & the O-3 highway<\/p>\n Connectivity<\/p>\n Near the Old City, Topkap\u0131, and Hagia Sophia<\/p>\n Amenities<\/p>\n Axis Mall shopping center on the podium levels, already open<\/p>\n The apartments are suited to owner-occupancy, long-term rental, or commercial use. The structure and exterior are complete; interior fit-out and installation are underway.<\/p>\n Sale price & citizenship investment threshold<\/p>\n Starting price<\/p>\n from US$284,000 per unit<\/p>\n Citizenship investment threshold<\/p>\n total property value of at least US$400,000<\/p>\n Developer<\/p>\n Sur Yap\u0131<\/p>\n To be clear: a unit priced from US$284,000 does not by itself meet the US$400,000 investment threshold for citizenship, and project timelines and unit availability change over time. The developer applies a single price list to domestic and international buyers and undertakes that the properties are free of ownership disputes. Incentive: a US$5,000 contribution toward legal fees for investors in the Axis project.<\/p>\n Set the right expectations, make the right decision<\/p>\n With the same capital, an investor could buy a single asset \u2014 or lay the foundation for a US dollar-denominated asset, rental income, and a second passport. The difference lies in how the investment is structured.<\/p>\n Full analysis<\/p>\n Read on for how the program works, why Istanbul, the US dollar preservation strategy, expectations versus reality, the process and requirements, the Axis Istanbul project, frequently asked questions, and sources.<\/p>\n Most second-citizenship programs make investors choose between an asset and a passport. T\u00fcrkiye’s property route combines both in a single investment \u2014 with an often-overlooked benefit: a US dollar-denominated asset in a market with limited capital controls. This article examines the program’s essentials, the key figures, and the limits you should understand before you invest. Updated February 2026; for general information only.<\/p>\n This is a program that grants citizenship<\/strong> \u2014 not a residence permit or permanent residence \u2014 to investors who buy real estate worth at least US$400,000<\/strong> and commit to holding it for 3 years<\/strong>. An independent appraiser must confirm that the property’s value meets the threshold. In return, the investor, their spouse, and unmarried children under 18 are granted citizenship.<\/p>\n Note that this program differs fundamentally from “Golden Visa” programs that grant only residency rights. It is important to distinguish three statuses \u2014 an investor residence permit, permanent residence (PR), and citizenship. T\u00fcrkiye goes straight to citizenship, meaning the investor becomes a citizen with the full rights and obligations of a national.<\/p>\n Istanbul is the meeting point of Europe and Asia, with fast connections to Africa via the Mediterranean. T\u00fcrkiye is one of the world’s 17 or so largest economies by nominal GDP (IMF, 2025), and Istanbul alone contributes about 30% of the country’s GDP (T\u00dc\u0130K, 2024). The city has two major international airports and a well-developed highway, metro, and seaport network, offering direct connections to many countries without the need to transit through a third country.<\/p>\n For an entrepreneur, three factors shape this market’s commercial appeal:<\/p>\n A well-located property does more than earn rent \u2014 it also brings its owner closer to the three largest markets of the Eastern Hemisphere.<\/p>\n This is a layer of value that is often overlooked. T\u00fcrkiye allows foreign nationals to own real estate and transact in US dollars or euros, and it does not impose capital controls as tight as those in many developed economies. For a family, this opens the possibility of diversifying assets beyond the volatility of their home market and holding value in a hard currency.<\/p>\n Alongside this comes passive income in foreign currency: the rental market in Istanbul and other major cities is described as active, supported by genuine end-user demand and international visitors, so rental income may be received in hard currency.<\/p>\n Turkish citizenship gives the whole family visa-free or eVisa access to more than 110 destinations (Henley, January 2026), not including the Schengen Area, the United States, the United Kingdom, or Canada; the right to live, work, study, and access healthcare and education in T\u00fcrkiye; and a possible route toward the U.S. E-2 visa. However, four distinctions need to be drawn clearly, because this is where investors most often get it wrong:<\/p>\n What investors often expect<\/p>\n The reality<\/p>\n “With this passport, I can travel freely in the Schengen Area”<\/p>\n A Turkish passport does not<\/strong> provide visa-free access to the Schengen Area; it only helps make Schengen visa applications easier<\/p>\n “Turkish citizenship is roughly the same as EU citizenship”<\/p>\n T\u00fcrkiye is not<\/strong> an EU member; this citizenship does not include the right to live and work across the EU<\/p>\n “Citizenship means I get a U.S. visa”<\/p>\n The E-2 visa requires at least 3 years of continuous domicile<\/strong> in T\u00fcrkiye after naturalization \u2014 a long-term route, not something that comes with citizenship<\/p>\n “A customs union with the EU means EU residency rights”<\/p>\n The customs union concerns trade in goods only and does not<\/strong> come with residency rights<\/p>\n Drawing a clear line between “being able to travel” and “being able to live and work” is the difference between a sound expectation and a wrong decision.<\/p>\n On the E-2 visa: eligibility rests on the U.S.\u2013T\u00fcrkiye treaty of commerce and navigation, which has remained in place for decades. T\u00fcrkiye is among the countries with a high number of E visas issued. However, for those who naturalize through investment, U.S. law requires at least 3 years of continuous domicile in T\u00fcrkiye before applying for an E-2 visa. Because the citizenship program does not require residence, this is a long-term, conditional route rather than a benefit that comes with citizenship.<\/p>\n The process runs through six steps: a deposit and eligibility assessment; signing the service agreement and engaging an attorney; establishing property ownership \u2014 receiving the title deed and the certificate of eligibility; two trips to T\u00fcrkiye for biometrics and filing; and, finally, the grant of citizenship and passports. Investors must travel to T\u00fcrkiye at least twice; the remaining formalities can be handled through a power of attorney.<\/p>\n Eligibility requirements are relatively streamlined: the main applicant must be at least 18; there are no education, work experience, or language requirements, no medical examination or asset declaration, and no requirement to live in T\u00fcrkiye to retain citizenship. Investors must document a lawful source of funds and purchase property that meets the threshold.<\/p>\n One important legal point: each property title deed can be used for a citizenship application only once, and the property cannot be purchased from a foreign national who holds the same nationality as the applicant, or from the applicant, the applicant’s spouse, or their children. This calls for careful due diligence when selecting a project.<\/p>\n After the 3-year holding period, investors may sell the property and keep their citizenship. IMM Group and its partners assist with the transfer formalities as set out in the contract; liquidity and sale price depend on market conditions at the time of sale, and there is no guarantee that your capital will be returned. Citizenship that has been validly granted is not affected by later developments at the project; the main risk lies in the initial choice of project.<\/p>\n Axis Istanbul<\/strong> is a premium apartment complex built by developer Sur Yap\u0131 in the central business district (CBD) on Istanbul’s European side. The area is rich in history and culture, close to the Old City, Topkap\u0131 Palace, the Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sophia.<\/p>\n Location and connectivity.<\/strong> The project sits directly on the M1 metro line and the O-3 highway; the T4 tram stop is about 100 m away, and the O-1 metro and highway are about 600 m away \u2014 providing convenient access to key parts of the city.<\/p>\n Amenities and uses.<\/strong> The podium houses Axis Mall, a shopping center already in operation, with brand-name stores, restaurants, and a cinema. The apartments suit owner-occupancy, long-term rental, or commercial use.<\/p>\n Prices and the citizenship investment threshold \u2014 an important distinction.<\/strong> Apartment prices start from US$284,000, but to qualify for the citizenship program, the total property value must be at least US$400,000. In other words, the price of a single unit does not automatically meet the citizenship threshold. The developer applies uniform pricing for domestic and international buyers and undertakes that the property is free of third-party ownership disputes.<\/p>\n Progress.<\/strong> The structural work and exterior architecture are complete; interior work and fit-out are under way.<\/p>\n In a program where risk is concentrated in project selection and compliance with ownership rules, the advisor’s role is legal screening and long-term support. IMM Group has operated in Vietnam for more than 21 years, its advisors hold IMC (Investment Migration Council) certification, and since 2025 it has operated as a nonprofit enterprise committed to contributing at least 50% of its annual profits to the Be Better Fund. IMM Group also offers a service-fee refund, as set out in the contract, in the event of circumstances beyond the parties’ control.<\/p>\n Owning real estate in T\u00fcrkiye is one of the few structures that combine three goals in a single allocation of capital: a real asset denominated in US dollars, potential rental income, and second citizenship for the whole family \u2014 at the commercial crossroads of Asia, Europe, and Africa. It is a sensible option for prudent investors with a long-term horizon who want to internationalize their wealth at a comparatively low entry level.<\/p>\n Even so, the right decision rests on the right expectations: Turkish citizenship is not<\/strong> EU citizenship, does not<\/strong> provide visa-free access to the Schengen Area, and the U.S. E-2 visa remains a conditional possibility. All figures on taxes, timelines, and benefits may change over time.<\/p>\n A minimum property value of US$400,000, confirmed by an independent third-party appraiser, with ownership held for 3 years. This is the core requirement of the program.<\/p>\n Processing time is estimated at around 6\u201318 months, depending on the individual application. Investors need to make at least 2 trips to T\u00fcrkiye during the process.<\/p>\n No. T\u00fcrkiye is not a member of the European Union (EU). This citizenship gives the right to live and work in T\u00fcrkiye; the passport provides visa-free or eVisa access to more than 110 destinations, but it does not provide visa-free access to the Schengen Area and does not include the right to reside in the EU.<\/p>\n Not automatically. Turkish nationals are eligible to apply for the E-2 visa, but for those who obtained citizenship through investment, U.S. law requires at least 3 years of continuous domicile in T\u00fcrkiye before applying. This is a long-term, conditional path.<\/p>\n After holding the property for the full 3 years, investors may resell it and retain their citizenship. IMM Group and its partners assist with the transfer formalities under the contract; liquidity and sale price depend on the market, and there is no guarantee that your capital will be returned.<\/p>\n A spouse and unmarried children under 18. The main applicant’s parents are not included as dependents.<\/p>\nSix steps from signing the property purchase agreement to receiving a Turkish passport<\/h2>\n
One property investment, six mutually reinforcing layers of value for the whole family<\/h2>\n
Preserving value in US dollars<\/h4>\n
Passive income in foreign currency<\/h4>\n
Citizenship for the whole family<\/h4>\n
Wide travel access<\/h4>\n
A business gateway across Asia, Europe, and Africa<\/h4>\n
A long-term path toward the U.S. E-2 visa<\/h4>\n
What Turkish citizenship does \u2014 and does not \u2014 give you<\/h2>\n
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\u26a0\ufe0f What this citizenship does not include<\/h4>\n
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Investment threshold, processing time, and taxes: the figures that shape the decision<\/h2>\n
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Axis Istanbul \u2014 premium apartments in Istanbul’s economic center<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nA central business district (CBD) on the European side, with metro and highway links<\/h4>\n
A unit’s price is not the same as the citizenship threshold<\/h4>\n
Is this program right for you?<\/h2>\n
A good fit if you<\/h4>\n
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Reconsider if you<\/h4>\n
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Turkish citizenship through property ownership: an in-depth analysis<\/h3>\n
Turkish citizenship through real estate: preserving US dollar wealth and a gateway to Asia, Europe, and Africa<\/h2>\n
What is Turkish citizenship through real estate?<\/h2>\n
Why is Istanbul a strategic destination for international investors?<\/h2>\n
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The US dollar preservation strategy: why it matters to investors<\/h2>\n
Citizenship benefits: expectations versus reality<\/h2>\n
Process and requirements<\/h2>\n
Axis Istanbul \u2014 premium apartments in Istanbul’s economic center<\/h2>\n
<\/p>\nWhy work with an experienced advisory firm?<\/h2>\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n
Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n
How much do I need to invest to get Turkish citizenship through real estate?<\/h3>\n
How long does it take to get citizenship?<\/h3>\n
Does Turkish citizenship allow me to live and work in the EU?<\/h3>\n
Can I get a U.S. E-2 visa right after obtaining citizenship?<\/h3>\n
If I sell the property after 3 years, do I lose my citizenship?<\/h3>\n
Which family members can be granted citizenship along with the main applicant?<\/h3>\n
Book a consultation<\/h2>\n