Who it is for
Guide for Foreign Investor
A single point of contact for Turkish citizenship and real estate investment in Zekeriyaköy.
A property purchase of USD 400,000 or more in Türkiye can secure Turkish citizenship for you and your immediate family, including your spouse and children under 18. Every villa segment in Zekeriyaköy clears that threshold. The full process — property selection, legal work, valuation, foreign currency purchase certification, land registry transfer and the citizenship application — is managed through the Keller Williams international network.
Key topics for this profile
- The USD 400,000 threshold and eligibility conditions
- Three-year restriction noted on the title deed (the property cannot be sold)
- Valuation report from a CMB-licensed firm
- Foreign currency purchase certificate (DAB)
- Title transfer through the TAKBİS land registry system
- Residence permit and citizenship application
- Annual tax obligations (0.2-0.6%)
- Dual citizenship, which Türkiye permits with most countries
Related guides
Article
Turkish Citizenship by Real Estate Investment: Zekeriyaköy Edition (2026)
Article
Buying Property in Zekeriyaköy as a Foreign Investor: 2026 Complete Guide
Article
Zekeriyaköy Villa Prices 2026: A Foreign Buyer's Perspective
Article
Renting in Zekeriyaköy: A Foreigner's Guide to Villas and Apartments (2026)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the minimum investment for Turkish citizenship?
- USD 400,000, evidenced by a CMB-licensed valuation. Every villa segment in Zekeriyaköy clears the threshold, and several properties may be combined to reach it.
- How long does the process take?
- The purchase takes six to ten weeks and the citizenship application a further two to four months, so four to seven months in total. Family members — spouse and children under 18 — are processed in parallel.
- Can I sell the property within three years?
- No. A restriction reading "the property cannot be sold" is recorded on the title deed and lifted automatically after three years. Selling early invalidates the citizenship.
Turkish Citizenship by Investment
Start the process with Kerem Ali Yörükoğlu at Keller Williams.