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Turkey offers a residency program for people who buy property worth at least $200,000. This program is a good choice for families, business owners, and individuals seeking to live in a country situated between Europe and Asia.
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If you buy property worth at least $200,000, you and your family (spouse and kids under 18) can live legally in Turkey. You don't need extra visas to work, study, or stay in the country. In 2024, more than 23,000 foreigners used this program to get residency.
To qualify for the Turkey Residency Program, the main rule is simple: you need to buy a property worth at least $200,000. This can be a house, apartment, or business property anywhere in Turkey. After buying, you can apply for your residency permit, which usually takes 1 to 3 months. The permit lets you, your spouse, and children under 18 live legally in Turkey without needing extra visas for work, school, or travel inside the country.
Besides buying the property, you must send some important documents like your passport, proof of property purchase, health insurance, and a clean police record. The application is easy, and many people hire help to make it faster. You don't have to live in Turkey all year to keep your residency, so you can visit when it suits you and still enjoy living in this great country.
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Turkey Residency Program: Step-by-Step Process
The first step is to buy a house, apartment, or business space in Turkey that costs at least $200,000. You can choose any city, but most foreigners prefer Istanbul, Antalya, or Izmir. In 2024, over 23,000 foreigners got their Turkish residency by buying property.
Before applying, you need a report to prove the property's value is $200,000 or more. This is called a valuation report, and it must be done by a company approved by the Turkish government.
Once you buy the property and get your documents ready, go to the official immigration website e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr and fill out the application form. You'll also need to upload documents like: Your passport (with a Turkish translation), A copy of the title deed or rental agreement, Health insurance (for you and your family), Biometric photos, Turkish tax number (you can get it in one day)
After you apply online, you'll get a date for your appointment at the local immigration office (Göç İdaresi). You and your family members (if included) must go in person with all your original documents. They will check everything and ask you a few simple questions.
If your application is approved, your residence card will be sent to your address in Turkey. It usually takes 30 to 90 days. In 2024, most people received their cards within 60 days. The card lets you stay in Turkey legally and use local services like healthcare and schools. The permit is usually valid for 1 or 2 years, and you can renew it later if you still own the property.
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Buying property worth $200,000 doesn't automatically give you residency. You still need to apply, but the process is simple and usually takes 1 to 3 months.
You can't become a Turkish citizen right away. You need to live in Turkey for a few years first. This is a good chance to settle in and get to know the country before applying.
To complete your application, you need to go to Turkey for ID checks and submit your documents. After that, you can live anywhere and don't have to stay in Turkey all year.
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