Frequently Asked Questions

The Ministry of Internal Affairs announced that private offices will be established to give services individually to foreign investors regarding Turkish Citizenship. From our side, we we will assist you to get Turkish Citizenship by hiring a lawyer for you to take care of the paperwork and provide you with all the assistance you may need throughout the process.

If you don't have the budget to get the Turkish citizenship by investment, you can apply for a Turquoise card which is similar to the Green Card in the US. The Turquoise card gives its holder all the rights of a Turkish Citizen except for mandatory military service (for men) and the right to vote.

Yes. You are allowed to get the Turkish Citizenship if you deposit 500,000 USD at the bank provided that this amount remains there for three years and is determined by the Banking Regulation and Supervision agency. If you employ 50 Turkish people and get a validation from the Ministry of Labor and Social Security. Or if you make a fixed Capital investment of 500,000 USD declared by the Ministry of Industry and Technology.

No, all nationalities who are able to buy properties in Turkey with a value higher than 250,000 USD are allowed to obtain the Turkish Citizenship.

No. They are not allowed to get the Turkish Citizenship unless they buy properties with the same value under their name.

Yes. You and your family are granted a residence permit as soon as you are approved for the Turkish Citizenship at the Tapu Office. Right after this approval, you and your family are given a residence permit.

Yes. When applying for the Turkish Citizenship, your wife or husband and children under the age of 18 are allowed to apply with you at the same time.

Any type of property is allowed by taking into account that the value of the property or multiple properties adds up to 250,000 USD.

It is possible for you to buy more than one property. Yet all properties must be registered when you apply for the Turkish Citizenship. The Tapu office will only accept your application if the value of your properties is 250,000 USD or higher.

You should buy properties with a value of at least 250,000 USD approved by the Ministry of Environment and Urbanism and with the Title Deed Registry not to be sold after three years.

The main voltage for electricity is 220V and 50Hz. Central European type wall socket (two-pin plugs) is the standard in Turkey.

Turkey is one of the safest countries in the world with Interpol ranking it as one of the safest holiday destination in Europe. As is the case when travelling in any country though, do be careful with your personal possessions when out and about and never leave items unattended. You will find the police helpful and friendly and in many of the tourist resorts there are special tourism police who speak different languages.

The major GSM operators in Turkey are Turkcell, Avea and Vodafone. You can use your mobile phone in Turkey if your provider has enabled international roaming. However if you intend to stay for a long time in the country or make several calls, it may be preferable to buy a local prepaid SIM card. Take your mobile phone and passport to a Turkish mobile phone shop where your new SIM will be registered along with your handset's IMEI number and your personal information. (Unregistered phones will be blocked and unable to receive or make calls) Turkey has very wide mobile coverage networks so you shouldn't have any problems in the main cities and tourist resorts.

There are no steadfast rules but it is best to use common sense when deciding what to wear. If staying on a beach resort it is fine to dress as you feel comfortable. For city breaks relaxed clothing is the most suitable with comfortable shoes and casual trousers and/or a dress if you intend to do lots of walking. When visiting mosques you should take off your shoes at the entrance and ladies should cover their hair; often scarves are provided on the way in. Both sexes should dress modestly with no shorts and arms and shoulders covered during visits to mosques.

The local currency in Turkey is the Turkish Lira (TL) available in the following denominations: Banknotes: 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 & 200 TL, Coins: 5, 10, 25 & 50 kuruş and 1 TL. Cash can usually be exchanged without commission at bureau de changes (döviz), banks and hotels. Exchange rates are published daily in Turkish newspapers and can also be found in web site of Turkish Central Bank.

International credit and debit cards are widely accepted in shops and restaurants throughout Turkey. However it is advisable also to carry cash for the smaller shops and cafes, particularly in more rural areas.

Istanbul has a humid subtropical climate with all four seasons (winter, spring, summer and fall). You can swim, you can play snowball and watch tree leaves fall and turn green again.

Istanbul is famous with its high level hospitals and schools. You will have all kind of transportation choices as Subway, metro systems, buses, boats, ferryboats, sea buses, tunnels, etc. There are plenty of nice shopping malls, restaurants, theaters, and landscapes. There are two airports, one in European side, one in Asian side.

English and some other common languages (German, French) are widely spoken. Many people also speak Italian, Russian, Arabic, etc.

Istanbul has a very low crime rate compared to other metropolitan cities of the world. Also Turkish people are very hospitable and helpful when you are in need.

A constantly growing economy and population are the key factors. Another important factor is becoming a world famous city & attracting multinational companies and foreigners…

All of Istanbul's districts are being developed and population is increasing. There is not a single district with decreasing population. Istanbul's population doubled in past two decades. Don't worry, we will provide advantages and disadvantages of the district you are interested in.

All countries have General Consulates in Istanbul. Also, there a lot of expat organizations in the city.

Besides many professional sports centers, many housing complexes and residences have their own fitness centers. Also, in many districts, there are walking & jogging areas, near sea, in parks and surrounding forests.

There are many good schools that offer education in different languages.

Istanbul's Health Services are well above the world standards. Many people from other countries come to the city for health treatment. It is a rapidly expanding business.

Turkish cuisine is probably the world's largest and the best. Also, there are many restaurants from different countries.

We also help you furnish your new place. If you also need an interior designer, we will provide you with one.

Foreigners can get a mortgage loan in Turkey. We help you get the best loan from a prestigious bank.

We provide an appraisal report for your property from a CMB certified firm. You can have a report for a property you already have or for a property you are planning to buy, and don't forget, the report will not only determine the value but also provide all necessary information about the deed and other issues. You will see a comparison with samples in the area too.

Istanbul has a dynamic real estate market. Although, some districts sell faster, with a reasonable price it is not a problem to sell a property.

The procedure is very simple and understandable. Also, you may have power of attorney to have all processes and transactions be done. We provide all the services you need.