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Obtaining Turkish citizenship has become very easy after the facilities provided by the Turkish government since late 2018, on that date the Turkish presidency approved several ways for those wishing to obtain Turkish citizenship, since then until now more than 200 thousand people have acquired citizenship according to official statistics
Turkey today has become the first destination for the vast majority of citizens of Arab countries, of course.. The reasons for the demand for Turkish citizenship are many, the most important of which are, firstly, the cultural rapprochement between Arabs and Turks, secondly the beautiful atmosphere and pleasant climate, thirdly the nature of the picturesque Turkish cities and the comfort of living in them, and finally the advantages of the Turkish passport
Our company Advice Consultant have prepared for you a detailed article on the ways to obtain Turkish citizenship approved by the Presidency of the Republic, in which we will explain the seven main ways made available by the Turkish state in an extensive and accurate manner, and we will also talk about the most important advantages that Turkish passport holders acquire..
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7 ways that allow you to obtain Turkish citizenship:
First, obtaining Turkish citizenship through real estate investment
It means acquiring Turkish citizenship by buying real estate in Turkey. In the past, this method was available, but the value was high and should exceed one million dollars, but after the naturalization decision was issued in 2018, this value was modified to only 250 thousand dollars!! But there are conditions.. What?
Real estate must have a value of at least $400,000
Real estate must be seized for a period of three years and a pledge not to sell through the General Tabu Directorate
Foreign currency exchange through the Turkish Central Bank “This article was approved by the end of 2021”
Turkish citizenship is granted to husband and wife with children under 18 years only!
Usually the duration of obtaining it is between 90 to 120 days.
Secondly, obtaining Turkish citizenship through bank deposit
This method is clear from its name, which is depositing money in Turkish banks. Also, this method previously existed with a value of three million dollars, but with the recent updates to the decision, it has been modified to become only 500 thousand dollars!! What are the conditions then?
Deposit an amount of 500.000 thousand US dollars in a public or private Turkish bank
This amount must be reserved for a period of no less than three years.
Exchange of foreign currencies into Turkish through the Central Bank of Turkey “This article was approved by the end of 2021”
Turkish citizenship is granted to husband and wife with children under 18 years only
Usually the duration of obtaining it is between 90 to 120 days.
Third, obtaining Turkish citizenship by establishing a company
The establishment of the company is through an effective commercial or investment activity in Turkey. Previously, this type also existed and at least 100 Turkish citizens must be employed in the company, but today the number has decreased to only 50 citizens!! How can this be?
Establishing a factory or a business within Turkish territory, regardless of the company’s capital
Employing 50 workers of Turkish citizens “exclusively” and registering them in social and health insurances
Usually the duration of obtaining it is between 90 to 120 days.
Fourth, obtaining Turkish citizenship by obtaining a work permit
Issuing a work permit in the institution in which I work or that I have established in Turkey
Completion of five consecutive years of work permit renewal.
I will not leave Turkey within five years for a period not exceeding 6 months.
Registration in social and health insurances for the duration of the residence renewal period
The period of obtaining it is usually between six months and may extend up to two years
Fifthly, obtaining Turkish citizenship through Turkish assets
Provide proof, identity, or ancient Turkish or Ottoman origins
Hiring a lawyer to complete the procedures, follow up on the request, and follow up on other matters
The period of obtaining it is usually between six months and may extend up to two years
Sixth: Obtaining Turkish citizenship upon marriage
One of the ways to obtain Turkish citizenship is also by marrying a Turkish person, with the following conditions being met:
The husband or wife is of Turkish origin
The purpose of marriage is to establish a family, not just Turkish citizenship
Registration of marriage in the marriage circles in a Turkish municipality
On the basis of this, citizenship is submitted upon completion of at least 3 years
The period of obtaining it is usually between six months and may extend up to two years
Seventh: Obtaining “exceptional” Turkish citizenship
Exceptional Turkish citizenship does not have any official criteria or decisions, and most of the time it is a nomination for specific people, through high ministerial decisions and the like. We have previously seen many nominations for university degree holders, for example, also holders of work permits, some refugees from neighboring countries to Turkey And etc..
Advantages of Turkish passport holder
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Maintaining original citizenship in addition to Turkish citizenship, meaning “it is not required to renounce original citizenship”
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An important point is the acquisition of Turkish citizenship for children under 18 years of age with the wife of the applicant or the candidate for citizenship
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The advantage of running for elections is also to participate in elections parallel to Turkish citizens
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Of course, the Turkish passport is still one of the best passports, and today it ranks 34th according to the latest statistics, and the person with citizenship can go to 103 countries without a visa.
Conclusion
Radical and clear facilities as it appeared with us between what was previously and the amendments that took place at the end of 2018, this is evidence of the size of the facilities provided by the Turkish government… By which way would you like to obtain Turkish citizenship? All the ways we mentioned need a legal consultant to guide you in a safe and sound way..
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