By marriage:

According to Article 16 of the Turkish Citizenship Law No. 5901, marrying a Turkish citizen does not directly acquire Turkish citizenship. However, foreigners who have been married to a Turkish citizen for at least three years and whose marriage continues can apply to acquire Turkish citizenship. Requirement of applicants;

• Living in family unity
• Not to engage in any activity incompatible with the union of marriage,
• Conditions of not being in a situation that would constitute an obstacle in terms of national security and public order are sought.

By investment: Turkish Citizenship by Real Estate Investment

It is possible to apply for Turkish citizenship by purchasing real estate in Turkey. However, one of the most important points to understand is that not every property qualifies for a citizenship application.

The process is not simply about purchasing a property worth USD 400,000 or more. The property itself, its qualifying investment value, and the sale and title deed procedures must comply with the current requirements.

This is where ART Alanya's expertise comes in: helping you select the right property for your citizenship goal.

Investment Amount for Turkish Citizenship by Real Estate

As of 2026, foreign investors who meet the required conditions may apply for Turkish citizenship by purchasing qualifying real estate worth at least USD 400,000 or the equivalent in foreign currency.

The purchased property must be held for at least three years and cannot be sold during this period.

Under the current procedure, the property's qualifying investment value for the citizenship application is determined through the official valuation process carried out by GEDAŞ, and the relevant Amount Determination Certificate (TTB) is issued through the official system.

Therefore, a property's sale price being USD 400,000 or more does not, by itself, mean that the property qualifies for Turkish citizenship.

Your Family May Also Be Included in the Application

When the required conditions are met, the investor's spouse and children under the age of 18 may also acquire Turkish citizenship as part of the application.

For this reason, choosing the right property is not only an investment decision; in many cases, it is an important decision for the entire family.

How Long Does the Citizenship Process Take?

The citizenship application process generally takes around six months. However, this is not a fixed or guaranteed timeframe.

Depending on the application and the progress of the official procedures, the process may take less or more time. Rather than relying on a fixed completion date, the priority should be to ensure that the procedures are carried out correctly and completely.

Other Investment Options for Turkish Citizenship

Real estate investment is not the only way to apply for Turkish citizenship.

Under the current regulations and subject to the relevant conditions, alternatives include certain forms of bank deposits or capital investment of at least USD 500,000, as well as creating employment for at least 50 people.

ART Alanya's area of expertise is identifying suitable properties for investors seeking Turkish citizenship through real estate acquisition and supporting them throughout the property purchasing process.

Experience and Expertise

When pursuing Turkish citizenship through real estate investment, choosing the right property is important, but so is working with the right professionals throughout the purchase and application process.

With more than 20 years of experience in real estate, ART Alanya assists clients who purchase property with the goal of obtaining Turkish citizenship in identifying suitable properties and throughout the purchasing process.

Over the years, working together with experienced real estate professionals and lawyers specialised in their respective fields, we have accompanied many of our clients through the successful completion of their Turkish citizenship process and the receipt of their Turkish passports.

Our experience means we do more than simply offer properties. We consider our clients' citizenship goals from the very beginning and help them choose the right property from among suitable options.

Why Is Choosing the Right Property So Important?

Not every property in Turkey qualifies for Turkish citizenship.

A property being priced above USD 400,000 is not sufficient on its own. Both the property and the transaction must comply with the current requirements applicable to the citizenship application.

For this reason, before a purchase is made, we do not evaluate a property solely based on its location, price or investment potential. We also take our client's citizenship goal into consideration and place particular importance on ensuring that the necessary eligibility checks are carried out.

With our network of trusted developers and projects, together with the professionals we work with throughout the process, our aim is to help our clients make their property purchase decisions based on accurate information and reduce the risk of unexpected issues later.

Discover Properties Suitable for Turkish Citizenship

If you are planning to acquire Turkish citizenship by purchasing real estate in Turkey, the first step is not simply choosing a property. It is identifying properties that are suitable for your goal.

Not every property in Turkey qualifies for Turkish citizenship.

Contact us to discover real estate options suitable for Turkish citizenship.

Real estate owners, citizenship of foreign nationals with residence permits

Foreign nationals who own real estate (regardless of the value of the real estate or the date of acquisition) who have obtained a 5-year uninterrupted residence permit in Turkey can apply for Turkish citizenship.

By birth

The fact that only one of the parents is a Turkish citizen at the time of birth and the other is a citizen of another country is not an obstacle for the child to be born to acquire Turkish citizenship.