[vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html]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[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_toggle title=”How to transfer the sales price of the real estate purchased for Turkish citizenship?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]The transfer of the sales price can be made in foreign currency or in Turkish Lira through foreign banks or through the banks in our country.
It must be proved by a receipt approved by the banks that the price has been sent/paid by the purchaser of the real estate. The payments which have been made by hand are not valid[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can the transfer of the purchase amount be made in multiple transactions? What if the transaction in currencies other than dollars?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]The purchase price of real estate can be transferred with multiple transactions. The total transaction amount should be a minimum $250.000. If the transfer amount is in a different currency, on the transfer of title deed date the amount should be met with $250.000 in exchange.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What is needed to obtain a “Certificate of Conformity”?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]After receiving a “not to sell for 3 years” commitment of the purchased real estate, the transaction documents are sent to the authority to issue a certificate of conformity by the Land Registry Office and the certificate is issued.
After receiving the “Certificate of Conformity” the following applications are made;
- To the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management for residence (residence permit)
- Provincial Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs for Citizenship.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can I apply for Turkish citizenship with the Real Estate Sales Promise Agreement?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]Provided that the following conditions are fulfilled, an application for Turkish citizenship can be made with the Real Estate Sales Promise Agreement.
- On and after 07.12.2018; the properties having the flat-ownership or construction servitude, the amount of at least USD 250.000 or equivalent must be paid in advance (at the latest on the signature date of the contract).
- Commitment should be added to the land registry, related with the Real Estate Sales Promise Contract that issued in Notary shall not be transferred and deleted for 3 years.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can I apply for Turkish citizenship with the properties I have already purchased?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]
- In case of at least USD 1.000.000 of the value of the purchased real estate between 12.01.2017 and 18.09.2018,
- In case of the value of the purchased real estates / real estates is at least USD 250.000 on and after 19.09.2018,
- In case the value of the real estate / real estates whose sales promises contract has been issued after 07.12.2018 is worth USD 250.000, Turkish Citizenship applications can be made.
[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can I apply for Turkish citizenship by purchasing more than one property? Should all real estates worth $ 250,000 be purchased at once?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]There is no limit to the number of properties that can be acquired through sale or which may be subject to the promise of sale. The important thing is that the real estate value totals sought on the dates specified in the Law are in compliance with the application for Turkish citizenship.
No. Turkish citizenship can be applied for real estate purchased from different places and at different times.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What types of properties can I buy for Turkish citizenship?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]In the purchase (title deed transfer) process, the qualification of the real estate does not matter. The qualification of the property can be housing, workplace, land, field, garden and so on.
In the process of making commitments through the Real Estate Sales Promis issued in the notary public, the condominium or floor easement of the real estate must be established.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can the real estate be sold?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]The real estate be sold before the expiration of the this situation is asked by the Land Registry to the Provincial Directorate of Population and Citizenship and the situation related to citizenship is reconsidered.
Real estate purchasing for Turkish citizenship and “3 Years Not to Sell” commitment can be done by a power of attorney ONLY In case there is authorization in the related power of attorney this can be done.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How soon can I get Turkish citizenship?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]Your citizenship application process varies depending on certain conditions and how accurately you prepare your documents.
If your application documents are correct and complete, and if the research result is positive that there is no obstacle to obtaining Turkish citizenship, you may be able to obtain your Turkish citizenship in approximately 90 days after your application.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Do I have to work with a lawyer to get Turkish citizenship?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]Yes. You need to work with a lawyer to apply for Turkish citizenship.
It is a great benefit to work with a lawyer who knows Turkish law and the procedures, principles and conditions of Turkish citizenship very well.
Experienced lawyers prevent you from losing time by directing you right. It also organizes all your Turkish citizenship processes for you. Without being in Turkey, you can handle your transactions with the power of attorney that you will give to a lawyer.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How can I get citizenship by investing in Turkey? How is the citizenship process beginning and progressing?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]One of the necessary methods for a foreign real person to obtain Turkish citizenship by investing is to purchase Real Estate. Apartments, villas, shops, stores, etc. There is a requirement not to sell the property for 3 years.
Except this,
- You can deposit a minimum USD 500.000 or equivalent Turkish Lira or foreign currency Deposits to the bank. There is a condition not to withdraw this money from the bank for 3 years.
- You can make a Fixed Capital Investment of minimum USD 500.000 or equivalent in Turkish Lira or foreign currency.
- You can get a minimum USD 500.000 or equivalent Turkish Lira or foreign currency Government Debt Instruments. These Instruments are required to be kept for 3 years.
- You can purchase a Real Estate Investment Fund Participation Share or Venture Capital Investment Fund Participation Share with a minimum value of USD 500,000 or equivalent in Turkish Lira or foreign currency. These Participation Shares are required to be kept for 3 years.
- You can provide employment for 50 people.
The citizenship procedure starts with buying a property. Such property should be minimum valued at $250.000. After the purchase of the property the application phrase starts. Application phase is basically submitting relevant documents to the relevant authorities. The applicant who meets the relevant requirements can apply for citizenship for himself or herself, wife, kids below 18 years old.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”When I apply for Turkish citizenship with real estate investment, can my family benefit from citizenship? Will my newborn child benefit from this right when I get Turkish citizenship?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]Along with his application for Turkish citizenship, the spouse and children under 18 years of age also benefit. They also get Turkish citizenship.
This situation does not include a person’s mother, father, or children over the age of 18.
Yes. When you get Turkish citizenship, your newborn and the children that are going to born will also be born as Turkish citizens.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Is it possible for adult dependents to apply for citizenship with their family?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]Yes, for example, if the applicant has a dependent family member, he/she can also apply for this member in order to get Turkish citizenship.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can more than one person gain citizenship through a single property?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]The condition of acquiring Turkish citizenship while real estate is investing minimum $250.000. If each purchase share is minimum $250.000 it shall meet the conditions. An applicant can also purchase more than one real estate in order to meet with the condition.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What is the situation for the children who are adopted or their spouse’s other marriages?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]Children from other marriages and also adopted children can also be the subject for the acquisition of Turkish citizenship.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Is a foreign property owner taxable and what are the conditions? Is there a VAT exemption to foreigners? In which conditions are there?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]A real estate owner in Turkey has to pay real estate ownership tax. Such tax is paid annually. And it’s calculated according to the value of the real estate. If the real estate is leased also annually a real estate income tax is paid.
Yes there is. The main condition of VAT exemption is that the money should be transferred to Turkey from abroad.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Does citizenship help other family members or relatives to get visa easier?” style=”arrow” color=”juicy_pink” custom_font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:justify” custom_use_theme_fonts=”yes” use_custom_heading=”true”]Investors who acquired Turkish citizenship can also invite their relatives via visa invitation letters.[/vc_toggle][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]External links and references
https://www.yourkeyturkey.gov.tr/
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