Does Buying a House in Türkiye Automatically Give a Foreigner a Residence Permit?

Foreign nationals frequently purchase apartments, villas and other real estate in Türkiye for investment, retirement, family use or long-term residence.

One of the most common questions asked before a property purchase is:

“If I buy a house in Türkiye, will I automatically receive a Turkish residence permit?”

The answer is no.

Purchasing residential property in Türkiye does not automatically create a residence permit.

However, ownership of qualifying residential property can provide a legal basis for applying for a short-term residence permit under Article 31/1(b) of Law No. 6458 on Foreigners and International Protection.

This distinction is crucial.

A title deed and a residence permit are two separate legal rights.

A foreigner may legally own real estate in Türkiye without having a residence permit. In fact, official investment guidance expressly states that a foreign national does not need to hold a Turkish residence permit as a precondition for acquiring real estate, subject to the legal restrictions applicable to foreign ownership.

Conversely, owning real estate does not mean that the immigration administration must automatically issue a residence card.

The foreigner must make a separate residence permit application, satisfy the requirements applicable to the property and satisfy the general statutory conditions for a short-term residence permit.

As of 2026, this distinction has become even more important because the current official e-Residence documentation requires a residential property relied upon for this category to have a value of at least USD 200,000 equivalent in Turkish lira as of the date of acquisition. The official form also states that the property must be residential, must actually be used by the foreign owner as a residence and cannot be used for rental or similar income-generating purposes while being relied upon for this residence category.

Therefore, purchasing just any Turkish property is not enough.

What Is the Legal Basis for a Property-Based Residence Permit in Türkiye?

The principal legal basis is Article 31 of Law No. 6458 on Foreigners and International Protection, commonly referred to as YUKK.

Article 31/1(b) states that a short-term residence permit may be granted to a foreigner who owns immovable property in Türkiye.

The words “may be granted” are important.

The law does not say:

“Every foreign property owner automatically becomes a residence permit holder.”

Instead, property ownership creates one of the recognised statutory grounds on which a foreigner can submit a short-term residence permit application.

Article 32 then establishes additional requirements.

The applicant must:

• rely on one of the statutory grounds listed in Article 31;
• submit documents supporting that ground;
• not fall within the inadmissibility provisions referred to in Article 7;
• live in accommodation meeting general health and safety standards;
• submit a criminal-record certificate if requested;
• and provide information concerning the address at which the foreigner will reside in Türkiye.

Accordingly, ownership is only one part of the legal assessment.

What Is the Minimum Property Value for a Residence Permit in Türkiye in 2026?

This is one of the most important issues for foreign buyers.

As of September 2026, the official e-Residence application documentation published by the Presidency of Migration Management states that where a foreigner relies on ownership of real estate, the value of the residence must be at least USD 200,000 equivalent in Turkish lira as of the date of acquisition.

This requirement applies to the residence-permit route based specifically on ownership of residential property.

The important practical lesson is:

Do not purchase a property for residence-permit purposes based solely on an estate agent saying that “any house gives ikamet.”

That statement is no longer accurate under the current administrative requirements.

For example:

A foreigner buys an apartment for the Turkish-lira equivalent of USD 120,000.

The property is legally owned by the foreigner and properly registered at the Land Registry.

The foreigner may own and use the apartment.

However, the property does not automatically satisfy the current USD 200,000 threshold for a short-term residence permit based specifically on real estate ownership.

Ownership rights and immigration eligibility must therefore be examined separately.

Is the USD 200,000 Requirement the Same as the Turkish Citizenship Requirement?

No.

This is one of the most common and expensive misunderstandings in the Turkish real estate market.

There are two different legal mechanisms.

Property-Based Residence Permit

A qualifying residential property may provide a basis for a short-term residence permit.

The current official immigration documentation requires the residential property relied upon for this purpose to meet the USD 200,000 value requirement.

Turkish Citizenship Through Property Investment

Exceptional acquisition of Turkish citizenship through real estate is a different procedure.

The General Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs currently states that a foreign investor may qualify under the real-estate investment route by purchasing property worth at least USD 400,000 or equivalent foreign currency or Turkish lira and placing a restriction on the title deed preventing sale for three years, subject to the other statutory and administrative requirements.

Therefore:

USD 200,000 property route = potential short-term residence permit

while:

USD 400,000 qualifying investment route = potential exceptional Turkish citizenship application

Neither process is automatic merely because money has been paid.

The appropriate applications and official procedures must still be completed.

Does a USD 400,000 Property Automatically Give Turkish Citizenship?

No.

Just as residence is not automatic, citizenship is not automatic.

The foreign investor must satisfy the applicable conditions, obtain the required Certificate of Conformity, obtain the relevant immigration status under the investment framework and submit the exceptional citizenship application.

The General Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs describes the investment citizenship procedure as involving satisfaction of the qualifying investment requirement, obtaining the relevant conformity certificate, obtaining the short-term residence permit under Article 31/1(j), and then submitting the citizenship application.

Therefore:

buying the property is a prerequisite to the relevant procedure, not the final legal result.

Must the Property Be a House or Apartment?

Yes, for the ordinary property-ownership residence route.

The Presidency of Migration Management expressly states that where a foreigner seeks a residence permit based on ownership of immovable property, the property must be a residence and must be used for that purpose.

The current e-Residence documentation makes the point even more clearly: the property must be residential and must be used by the applicant for residential purposes.

Therefore, buying the following does not automatically provide the same residence-permit basis:

• vacant land;
• agricultural land;
• a shop;
• an office;
• a warehouse;
• an industrial unit;
• or another non-residential property.

A foreign national may legally acquire some of these assets, subject to the restrictions on foreign ownership.

But legal ownership of a commercial or agricultural asset and eligibility for a residential property-based residence permit are different matters.

Can the Foreigner Buy an Apartment and Rent It Out While Using It for the Residence Permit?

This is a critical issue under the current application documentation.

The official 2026 e-Residence form states that the residential property relied upon under this category must be used by the foreigner for residential purposes and cannot be used for rent or similar income-generating purposes.

Accordingly, the following strategy is problematic:

1. buy an apartment;
2. rely on it as the basis for a property residence permit;
3. rent the entire apartment to another person;
4. actually live somewhere else.

The administration may view this as inconsistent with the purpose on which the residence permit was granted.

Article 33 of Law No. 6458 provides that a short-term residence permit may be refused, cancelled or not renewed where the Article 32 conditions are no longer satisfied or where the permit is used outside the purpose for which it was issued.

Foreign investors therefore need to decide in advance whether the property is primarily:

their own Turkish residence

or

an income-producing rental investment.

Trying to use the same property simultaneously for conflicting purposes can create immigration difficulties.

Is a Title Deed Required?

For a standard residence application based on ownership, the official application documentation requires evidence demonstrating that the residence belongs to the applicant foreigner, including the relevant title deed documentation.

This reflects a wider principle of Turkish property law.

Ownership of real estate is completed through registration at the competent Land Registry Directorate.

Official Invest in Türkiye guidance expressly states that acquisition of title is completed through land-registry registration and that preliminary contracts do not themselves transfer ownership.

Therefore, a foreign buyer should distinguish between:

• paying a reservation fee;
• signing an estate-agent agreement;
• signing a preliminary sale agreement;
• making instalment payments to a developer;
• and actually becoming the registered owner on the title deed.

For the ordinary Article 31/1(b) property residence route, the safest analysis begins with the actual title deed.

Can Buying an Off-Plan Property Give a Residence Permit?

The answer depends on whether the foreigner has legally acquired the qualifying property and can provide the documents required by Migration Management.

Merely making payments to a developer for an apartment that will be delivered two years later should not automatically be treated as equivalent to current ownership of a qualifying residential property.

Foreign buyers should therefore examine:

• whether condominium ownership or condominium easement has been established;
• whether title can actually be transferred;
• the classification of the independent unit;
• the official acquisition value;
• and whether the property can presently be used as the applicant’s residence.

A developer’s statement that:

“You can get residence immediately after paying the first instalment”

should be legally verified before money is transferred.

Does the Foreigner Need a Residence Permit Before Buying Property?

No.

This is another important distinction.

A foreign national who is legally eligible to acquire property in Türkiye generally does not need to obtain a residence permit first merely to purchase the real estate.

Official investment guidance confirms that foreigners do not need a residence permit as a prerequisite for property acquisition.

Therefore, the order can be:

1. legally enter Türkiye or complete the transaction through authorised representation;
2. purchase qualifying property;
3. obtain title registration;
4. then apply separately for the relevant residence permit.

Can Every Foreign National Buy Property in Türkiye?

Not necessarily.

Foreign property acquisition is governed primarily by Article 35 of the Land Registry Law No. 2644.

Foreign natural persons may acquire property only within the statutory restrictions and subject to the nationality and security limitations applicable to foreign acquisitions.

Official investment guidance states that eligible foreign natural persons may acquire various categories of property where private ownership is permitted, but there are important limitations.

Among these, a foreign natural person generally may not acquire more than 30 hectares nationwide, and foreign ownership in a district is subject to a statutory percentage limitation. Acquisition is also restricted in certain military and security areas.

The General Directorate of Land Registry and Cadastre likewise states that eligibility depends on nationality and applicable legal restrictions.

Therefore, before discussing residence permission, the buyer must first confirm that the proposed acquisition itself is legally permissible.

Can Property in a Neighborhood Closed to Foreign Residence Registration Still Be Purchased?

Potentially yes, depending on the applicable property-acquisition restrictions.

But this reveals another major distinction:

The ability to buy a property does not necessarily mean that the address will be accepted for the intended immigration procedure.

Türkiye has used administrative measures restricting new foreign residence registrations in certain neighborhoods and districts because of foreign-population concentration.

For example, Migration Management previously introduced neighborhood-based closure measures affecting new registrations and published specific district restrictions in Istanbul.

The status of particular areas may change as migration policies and density assessments are updated.

Therefore, a foreign buyer purchasing property for the purpose of obtaining a residence permit should verify the current immigration-registration status of the exact address before:

• paying a deposit;
• signing a binding sale agreement;
• transferring the purchase price;
• or completing the title deed transfer.

A property can be legally attractive as an investment while still being unsuitable for the buyer’s intended immigration strategy.

Does Buying Property Automatically Register the Foreign Owner’s Address?

No.

Land Registry ownership and immigration address registration are separate procedures.

The foreigner may need to complete the required address-registration formalities after obtaining the relevant immigration permission.

The fact that a person’s name appears on the title deed does not mean that every public database automatically treats the foreigner as legally resident at that address.

Foreign property owners should therefore ensure that both:

title ownership

and

immigration/address registration

are correctly completed.

Can a Husband Buy the Property and Obtain Residence Permits for the Whole Family?

This requires careful planning.

The Presidency of Migration Management states that where family members hold shared or joint ownership rights in the residential property, family members may also submit residence permit applications within the property-ownership category.

For this purpose, the relevant family members are stated to include the applicant’s:

• spouse;
• minor child;
• and dependent adult child.

The current e-Residence documentation similarly refers to family members having shared or joint ownership rights and requires documents demonstrating the family relationship.

This means foreign buyers should not simply assume:

“If the apartment is only in my name, my spouse and all children automatically receive the same property residence permit.”

The ownership structure matters.

Another possibility may be a family residence permit, because Article 34 permits qualifying family members of foreigners holding residence permits to apply under the family residence framework. However, family residence permits have their own sponsor requirements under Article 35, including requirements concerning income, accommodation, insurance, address registration and, subject to statutory exceptions, residence history.

Family structuring should therefore be considered before the title deed is issued, not after the purchase has already been completed.

Can Two Foreigners Jointly Purchase One Property for Residence Purposes?

Joint ownership may be possible as a property-law matter, but the immigration consequences must be analysed carefully.

The official immigration information expressly recognises shared or joint ownership by qualifying family members.

However, foreign buyers should not assume that unrelated persons can divide a single qualifying property into nominal shares and automatically obtain separate residence permits.

The applicable value requirement, nature of ownership and relationship between owners should be checked with the current immigration procedure before completing the acquisition.

The safest approach is to structure ownership around the actual intended applicants rather than trying to repair the structure after title transfer.

Can Several Cheap Properties Be Combined to Reach USD 200,000?

Foreign investors should not assume that several unrelated lower-value properties can automatically be combined to satisfy the property-residence requirement.

The current official e-Residence documentation refers to the residence belonging to the applicant and states that the value of the residence must satisfy the USD 200,000 requirement.

Where an investor intends to rely on multiple properties, mixed residential/commercial assets or shared interests, the structure should therefore be verified before purchase.

The safest transaction for this specific residence category remains a clearly qualifying residential property satisfying the official immigration requirements.

What If the Property Is Inherited or Received as a Gift?

The current e-Residence documentation specifically addresses residential property acquired by inheritance or donation and calls for a current property valuation report in those circumstances.

Therefore, acquisition by purchase is not the only way a foreigner may become a property owner.

However, the immigration authorities will still examine whether the property satisfies the relevant conditions.

Inheritance of a Turkish apartment should not simply be equated with automatic residence status.

A separate residence permit application remains necessary.

How Long Is a Property-Based Residence Permit Valid?

A property-based permit is a short-term residence permit.

Article 31 of Law No. 6458 provides that ordinary short-term residence permits under the relevant categories may be issued for up to two years at a time, except for certain special categories for which different maximum periods are provided.

This does not mean every applicant automatically receives a two-year permit.

The administration determines the permit duration according to the legal framework and circumstances.

More importantly, property ownership does not give permanent residence automatically.

When the permit expires, an extension application is required if the foreigner wishes to continue residing in Türkiye under that status.

Is Renewal Automatic While the Foreigner Still Owns the House?

No.

The continued ownership of the property is important, but renewal remains an immigration procedure.

Article 33 provides that a short-term residence permit will not be granted, may be cancelled or may not be renewed where:

• the conditions under Article 32 are no longer satisfied;
• the residence permit is being used outside its purpose;
• or a current removal decision or entry ban exists.

Therefore, a foreign property owner should maintain consistency between:

• title ownership;
• actual residential use;
• registered address;
• immigration records;
• and the declared purpose of the residence permit.

What Happens If the Foreigner Sells the Property?

Selling the property can eliminate the legal ground on which the property-based residence permit was obtained.

Article 29 of Law No. 6458 provides that where the reason underlying an existing residence permit ceases to exist or a new legal reason arises, the foreigner may apply for a residence permit appropriate to the new purpose of stay.

For example:

A foreigner holds a short-term residence permit based on ownership of an apartment.

The apartment is sold.

The foreigner nevertheless wants to continue living in Türkiye because he has now started university.

The foreigner should assess whether a student residence permit or another lawful category is available rather than assuming the original property permit simply continues regardless of the sale.

Does Owning Property Allow the Foreigner to Work in Türkiye?

No.

A residence permit and a work permit are separate legal concepts.

Obtaining a property-based residence permit does not automatically authorise employment in Türkiye.

A foreign property owner who wishes to work must comply with the applicable Turkish work-permit rules unless a statutory exemption applies.

Similarly:

• buying an apartment;
• establishing a company;
• becoming a shareholder;

and

• obtaining legal permission to work

are not necessarily the same legal process.

Foreign investors should therefore structure immigration, corporate and employment matters separately.

Does a Residence Permit Lead Automatically to Permanent Residence?

No.

Türkiye has a separate long-term residence permit regime.

Ownership of property does not itself transform a short-term residence permit into permanent residence.

Long-term residence is regulated by Articles 42–45 of Law No. 6458 and has its own conditions, including the relevant continuous residence history and other statutory requirements.

Therefore, a property-based short-term residence permit should not be marketed as:

“Permanent residency after buying a house.”

That is legally misleading.

Does Buying Property Guarantee Turkish Citizenship After Five Years?

No.

Buying property may demonstrate an intention to settle in Türkiye and can be relevant in ordinary naturalisation cases, but citizenship is not guaranteed simply because a foreigner owns property or has lived in Türkiye for five years.

The General Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs states that ordinary citizenship applicants under Article 11 of the Turkish Citizenship Law must satisfy several requirements, one of which is generally five years of uninterrupted residence preceding the application. Property ownership may be evidence demonstrating a decision to settle in Türkiye, but the applicant must satisfy the other statutory conditions as well.

Therefore:

five years + property ownership ≠ automatic citizenship.

Citizenship remains a separate administrative process.

What Documents Are Commonly Important for a Property-Based Residence Application?

The exact document list should always be checked through the current official e-Residence procedure.

However, important documentation may include:

• passport and passport copies;
• biometric photographs;
• residence permit application form;
• title deed showing ownership of the residential property;
• evidence concerning the official acquisition value;
• address documentation;
• applicable health insurance documentation;
• evidence supporting any requested general residence conditions;
• family relationship documents where shared/joint family ownership is relied upon;
• and, for property acquired by inheritance or donation, the current valuation documentation specified by the immigration administration.

The current official e-Residence system should be used rather than unofficial intermediary websites. Migration Management specifically warns foreigners that official residence applications are made through its institutional e-Residence system and cautions against unofficial websites and intermediaries.

What Should a Foreigner Check Before Buying Property for Residence Purposes?

A foreign buyer should conduct both real estate due diligence and immigration due diligence.

These are different investigations.

1. Check whether the property is legally residential

The title and official classification should support residential use.

2. Confirm the value requirement

For acquisitions subject to the current 2026 property-residence rule, confirm that the transaction satisfies the official USD 200,000 equivalent requirement.

3. Check the exact title deed

Do not rely solely on the developer’s brochure or estate agent’s advertisement.

4. Verify the neighborhood and district

Determine whether current foreign registration restrictions affect the address.

5. Check mortgages and liens

Official investment guidance recommends reviewing encumbrances, mortgages, liens and similar restrictions before acquisition.

6. Consider family ownership before transfer

If a spouse or children are expected to rely directly on shared property ownership for their residence applications, ownership structure should be designed before title registration.

7. Confirm that you actually intend to live there

The current property-residence framework requires residential use by the applicant rather than use solely as an income-producing rental investment.

8. Do not confuse residence with citizenship

Determine whether the goal is:

• ordinary short-term residence;
• family residence;
• investment residence;
• or exceptional Turkish citizenship.

Different requirements apply.

Can a Residence Permit Application Be Rejected Even If the Foreigner Owns a USD 200,000 House?

Yes.

Meeting the property requirement does not remove the other statutory conditions.

Article 32 requires compliance with the general short-term residence permit requirements, and Article 33 permits refusal where those conditions are not satisfied.

Potential problems can therefore arise where:

• the property is not actually residential;
• the official value does not satisfy the applicable requirement;
• the applicant does not actually use the property as a residence;
• address information is inconsistent;
• required documents are missing;
• false information has been supplied;
• an entry ban or current removal decision exists;
• or another statutory condition is not satisfied.

This is why purchasing the property should not be marketed as a “guaranteed ikamet.”

Can a Rejected Property Residence Permit Be Challenged?

Yes.

A residence permit rejection is an administrative decision.

Where the foreigner believes that Migration Management incorrectly assessed the ownership, value, residential nature, address eligibility or other legal requirements, the decision may potentially be challenged before the competent Administrative Court.

Where no special statutory lawsuit period applies, Article 7 of Law No. 2577 on Administrative Judicial Procedure generally provides a 60-day period for actions before administrative courts.

However, the foreigner’s legal right to remain in Türkiye while litigation is pending must be analysed separately.

Merely filing an annulment action does not automatically mean that the rejected residence application becomes approved.

Where necessary and legally available, a stay of execution may also need to be considered.

Frequently Asked Questions About Buying a House and Residence Permits in Türkiye

Does buying a house automatically give me a Turkish residence permit?

No. Property ownership gives you a legal basis to apply for a short-term residence permit if the applicable requirements are satisfied.

How much property do I need to buy for residence in Türkiye in 2026?

The current official e-Residence documentation requires a qualifying residence worth at least USD 200,000 equivalent in Turkish lira as of the date of acquisition.

Does the property need to be residential?

Yes. Migration Management states that the property must be a residence and must be used for that purpose.

Can I buy a shop for USD 200,000 and obtain the same property residence permit?

The ordinary Article 31/1(b) property residence route requires the property relied upon to be residential. A commercial property should not automatically be treated as qualifying.

Can I rent out the apartment?

The current official application documentation states that a residence relied upon for this category must be used by the foreigner as a residence and not for rental or similar income-generating purposes.

Do I need a residence permit before buying Turkish property?

No. Eligible foreigners may acquire real estate without already holding a Turkish residence permit, subject to applicable property-acquisition restrictions.

Does my spouse automatically receive residence because I bought the house?

Not necessarily. Shared or joint ownership by qualifying family members can be relevant to property-based applications. Alternatively, a family residence permit may be considered where its separate statutory requirements are satisfied.

Is USD 200,000 enough for Turkish citizenship?

No. The current real-estate investment threshold for the exceptional citizenship route is USD 400,000, together with the three-year no-sale condition and other procedural requirements.

Does a USD 400,000 house automatically make me a Turkish citizen?

No. It creates a potential investment basis for the exceptional citizenship procedure where all statutory requirements are met. A separate citizenship application and official process are required.

Is a residence permit permanent?

No. A property-based residence permit is a short-term residence permit and must be renewed if continued residence is desired.

What happens if I sell my house?

The property-based reason for your residence permit may cease to exist. You should assess whether another lawful residence category is available.

Conclusion: Buying a House Creates a Possible Residence Permit Basis, Not an Automatic Right to Residence

The most important rule for foreigners considering Turkish real estate is simple:

Buying property in Türkiye and obtaining permission to reside in Türkiye are separate legal procedures.

A foreigner may legally own real estate without holding a Turkish residence permit.

Likewise, a foreigner who buys property does not automatically become a residence permit holder.

Under Article 31/1(b) of Law No. 6458 on Foreigners and International Protection, ownership of qualifying immovable property creates a statutory basis upon which a short-term residence permit may be granted.

As of 2026, the official e-Residence documentation requires the residential property relied upon for this category to have a value of at least USD 200,000 equivalent in Turkish lira as of the acquisition date.

But value alone is not enough.

The property must be a residence.

It must actually be used by the foreign owner for residential purposes.

The current official documentation expressly states that it should not be used for rental or similar income-generating purposes where it is relied upon for this residence category.

The foreigner must also satisfy the general short-term residence permit requirements under Article 32.

Therefore, an investor should not ask only:

“How much does the apartment cost?”

Before buying, the foreigner should also ask:

Is the property legally classified as residential?

Will the title deed be registered in the correct name?

Does the official acquisition value satisfy the current immigration threshold?

Can the address presently be used for the intended foreign residence registration?

Will the applicant actually live in the property?

How should ownership be structured if the spouse or children also require residence permission?

Are there mortgages, liens or other restrictions on the title?

Is the real objective residence, rental investment or Turkish citizenship?

These questions should ideally be answered before the purchase agreement becomes binding.

The distinction between residence and citizenship is particularly important.

A qualifying USD 200,000 residential property may provide a basis for an ordinary property-based short-term residence permit under the current immigration requirements.

A qualifying USD 400,000 real estate investment, combined with the three-year no-sale undertaking and other procedural requirements, may provide a basis for the exceptional Turkish citizenship route.

These are different legal procedures with different purposes.

Neither should be presented as an automatic consequence of signing a property sale contract.

Foreign buyers should also remember that a residence permit is not permanent merely because the apartment remains in their name.

Short-term residence permits are issued for limited periods, and future extensions remain subject to the continued existence of the statutory conditions.

If the property is sold, rented out in a manner inconsistent with the declared residence purpose, no longer used as the applicant’s residence or otherwise ceases to support the immigration basis, renewal or continued residence may become problematic under Articles 32 and 33 of Law No. 6458.

For this reason, buying property for immigration purposes should involve two separate due-diligence exercises:

real estate due diligence

and

immigration due diligence.

A property can be an excellent real estate investment while being unsuitable for a residence permit.

Likewise, an apartment may appear suitable for immigration purposes but contain title defects, mortgages, construction problems or other legal risks that make the transaction commercially unsafe.

The safest approach is therefore to review both sides of the transaction before title transfer.

A foreign buyer intending to purchase real estate in Türkiye specifically to obtain a residence permit should verify the current requirements, ownership structure, property classification, acquisition value and address eligibility before making substantial payments.

Doing so can prevent a situation in which the foreigner legally owns an expensive Turkish apartment but later discovers that the property does not provide the immigration status expected at the time of purchase.

Legal Basis

The principal Turkish legislation relevant to purchasing property and obtaining a residence permit includes:

Law No. 6458 on Foreigners and International Protection

• Article 29 – Transfer between residence permit categories
• Article 30 – Types of residence permits
• Article 31/1(b) – Short-term residence permit for foreigners owning immovable property in Türkiye
• Article 31/1(j) – Short-term residence permit framework applicable to qualifying investors
• Article 32 – Conditions for short-term residence permits
• Article 33 – Refusal, cancellation and non-renewal of short-term residence permits
• Articles 34–36 – Family residence permits

Land Registry Law No. 2644

• Article 35 – Acquisition of real estate by foreign natural persons and applicable statutory limitations

Turkish Citizenship Law No. 5901

• Article 11 – Acquisition of citizenship under the general naturalisation procedure
• Article 12 – Exceptional acquisition of Turkish citizenship

Regulation on the Implementation of the Turkish Citizenship Law

• Article 20 – Investment conditions applicable to exceptional citizenship, including qualifying real estate investment

Current Administrative Requirements

The official e-Residence documentation of the Presidency of Migration Management currently requires a property relied upon for the ordinary property-based residence permit to be:

• residential in nature;
• owned by the foreign applicant;
• used by the applicant as a residence;
• and worth at least USD 200,000 equivalent in Turkish lira as of the acquisition date.

For exceptional Turkish citizenship through property investment, the current official threshold is USD 400,000, together with the required three-year restriction on sale and other applicable procedures.

Disclaimer: This article provides general legal information regarding Turkish real estate, immigration and citizenship law. It does not constitute individual legal advice. Property values, residence permit requirements, neighborhood registration restrictions and investment citizenship rules may change, and the exact property and applicant should be reviewed under the rules in force at the time of the transaction.