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Notes on Turkish citizenship by investment.

Clear, current writing for international investors — program rules, real costs, timelines and the market. Researched, sourced, and free of sales spin.

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Getting started18 June 2026

Buying property in Turkey? You may already qualify for citizenship

Most people researching a Turkish apartment never realise the same purchase can carry a passport. If your budget is near $400,000, the question isn't just where to buy — it's what the buy could earn you.

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Program rules7 min read

Turkey's $400,000 citizenship threshold, explained

The number everyone quotes is $400,000 — but the rules around how it's measured decide whether a file is approved. Here's what the threshold really means in 2026.

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Mobility7 min read

How powerful is the Turkish passport in 2026?

It quietly opens three continents — yet sits outside the headlines. Where the Turkish passport can actually take you in 2026, and the honest gaps to plan around.

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Markets8 min read

Istanbul vs Antalya vs Bodrum: where to buy in 2026

The same $400,000 buys a Bosphorus flat, a Lara sea-view apartment, or a slice of a Bodrum villa — but the return profiles diverge sharply. A head-to-head for 2026.

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Process8 min read

From property to passport: the 2026 timeline

Most people imagine 'buy a flat, get a passport.' The reality is a defined chain of state checks. Here's each stage of the 2026 process, and how long it really takes.

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Costs & tax8 min read

The true all-in cost of Turkish citizenship

The advertised $400,000 is a floor, not a budget. Here's the real 2026 all-in cost — the one-time fees, the ongoing ones, and the tax nuance that matters most.

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Risk8 min read

Mistakes that get applications rejected

In 2026 the program is policed harder than ever. The good news: most rejections are self-inflicted and procedural. Here are the common mistakes — and the fixes.

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