For Foreign Investors: How to Obtain Turkish Citizenship by Purchasing Real Estate in Alanya? Step-by-Step Guide

For Foreign Investors: How to Obtain Turkish Citizenship by Purchasing Real Estate in Alanya? Step-by-Step Guide

Introduction: The Gateway to Turkish Citizenship Opens from Alanya Alanya continues to be the number one destination for foreign investors in Türkiye with its natural beauty, developed infrastructure, and high quality of life. However, tourism potential is not the only thing that makes Alanya attractive: Türkiye offers a unique door for global investors by offering the opportunity to acquire Turkish citizenship in exchange for real estate investment. This guide explains the citizenship application process by purchasing property in Alanya, within the scope of current 2024 (and 2025) conditions, in a step-by-step and transparent manner.

1. Fundamental Real Estate Requirements for Citizenship Application The basic investment requirements to qualify for Turkish citizenship are as follows:

Investment Requirement

• Minimum Investment Amount: The total sales price of the real estate must be at least 400,000 USD (or equivalent foreign currency/TL).

• Title Deed Annotation (3-Year Non-Sale Commitment): A commitment (annotation) must be registered on the title deed of the purchased property stating that it will not be sold for three (3) years.

Important Application Criteria

• Single Property or Multiple: The amount of 400,000 USD can be provided by a single residence, villa, or land, or by the total value of multiple properties whose title deed transactions are carried out simultaneously.

• Official Valuation (Appraisal): The value of the property must be proven by an official appraisal report prepared by Licensed Real Estate Valuation Companies. The sales price declared on the title deed cannot be lower than the value in this report.

• Currency Sale: The sales price must be deposited in foreign currency and converted into Turkish Lira via a bank determined by the Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye (CBRT) and deposited into the seller's account. This is one of the most critical steps of the process that requires strict monitoring.

2. Step-by-Step Citizenship Application Process This process can proceed much faster and without errors with the professional support of a real estate consultant.

Step 1: Real Estate Purchase and Payment

• Identify a property in Alanya valued over 400,000 USD.

• Payment is made through the CBRT-compliant bank channel mentioned above.

• The title deed registration process is completed at the Land Registry Office with the "3-year non-sale commitment" annotation.

Step 2: Application for Certificate of Eligibility

• After the purchase and title deed transactions are completed, an application is made to the General Directorate of Land Registry and Cadastre under the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change.

• Here, it is officially confirmed that the investment meets the 400,000 USD requirement, and the Certificate of Eligibility is obtained. This document is the key to the citizenship application.

Step 3: Residence Permit Application (Short Term)

• After obtaining the Certificate of Eligibility, a special residence permit application for Investors is made.

Step 4: Turkish Citizenship Application

• With the Certificate of Eligibility and Residence Permit, the application for Turkish Citizenship is officially made through the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management.

3. Frequently Asked Questions and Critical Details

• Can Spouse and Children Obtain Citizenship? Yes. The spouse and children under the age of 18 of the main applicant making the real estate investment can also acquire Turkish Citizenship at the same time.

• What are Title Deed Costs and Additional Fees? A 4% title deed fee is paid in title deed transfer transactions (Sharing between Buyer and Seller is essential, but in practice, the buyer usually pays). Additionally, depending on the value of the property, an Appraisal Report fee and Real Estate Consultancy service fee apply.

• How Long Does the Process Take? The real estate purchase process is fast. The Certificate of Eligibility and Citizenship Application process is generally completed between 6 to 9 months, provided that the documents are submitted completely.

Conclusion and Professional Support Obtaining Turkish Citizenship by purchasing real estate in Alanya earns you not only a profitable investment but also a second passport offering advantages in global mobility, education, and healthcare. Even the smallest error in this process can lead to the prolongation or rejection of your application. Therefore, working with a reliable real estate consultancy company specializing in foreign investor transactions is of critical importance.

Contact Us: With our real estate portfolio in Alanya and experienced legal advisors, we manage the entire process on your behalf, from the beginning of your investment until you hold your Turkish citizenship ID in your hand.