Turkish Citizenship by Property Investment: A Step-by-Step Guide

Alanya Residence · Updated 2026

Turkey grants citizenship to foreigners who buy property above a set value. With its sea-view new-builds and attractive prices, Alanya is one of the most popular cities for this route. This guide explains the requirements, the process and the costs in plain terms.

How it works

When you buy a qualifying property, you — together with your spouse and children under 18 — can apply for Turkish citizenship. You commit to keep the property for a set period (currently 3 years).

Key requirements

• Property value: must meet the current government threshold (at the time of writing, USD 400,000). Thresholds can change — we confirm before you apply.
• Appraisal: a licensed valuation report is required.
• Payment: through a bank, with a foreign-currency purchase certificate.
• Title (TAPU): registered in your name with a 3-year no-sale annotation.

Step-by-step process

1. Choose a project that fits your budget and goal (our portfolio includes threshold-qualifying projects).
2. Obtain the licensed appraisal report.
3. Make the payment and get the currency-exchange certificate.
4. Complete the title transfer with the no-sale annotation.
5. Receive the certificate of conformity, then file the citizenship application.

How long does it take?

With complete paperwork, most applicants receive a decision within 3–6 months.

Benefits

• Passports for the whole family
• Strong visa-free travel and residency rights
• Rental income and value-growth potential on the Mediterranean

This content is general information, not legal advice. Thresholds and rules change with legislation; we confirm the current position with you before applying.