Turkey Citizenship And Residency

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Good day, everyone. I've been following the updates on Turkey's citizenship and residency policies. It seems they have made some intriguing changes recently, particularly in regards to investment thresholds. Has anyone else looked into this?
 
Interesting, Steve! What are the new investment thresholds? And are there any specific types of investments that are preferred?
 
Javier, the investment threshold for obtaining citizenship has been lowered. Now, a foreigner can invest $250,000 in real estate (previously it was $1 million) or deposit $500,000 in a Turkish bank. Both investments need to be maintained for at least three years.
 
That sounds like a great opportunity, but I've heard some conflicting opinions about the real estate market in Turkey. Some say it's a good investment, while others caution against it. Thoughts?
 
To add to Mike’s point, while the lowered threshold is enticing, one must diligently assess the real estate market's volatility. Considering geopolitical factors and economic stability is crucial before making such a significant investment.
 
i herd that if U Invest in turkey u also get a passport, is it Tru? That sounds like a GrEat deal to me!
 
Carlos, your assertion is fundamentally correct. Procuring Turkish citizenship through investment indeed grants you a passport. However, one must navigate the labyrinthine legal procedures and ensure compliance with all regulatory stipulations.
 
This is all quite informative. Does anyone know how long the process takes from investment to actually getting citizenship?
 
Nick and Alex, the process can vary, but it generally takes around 3-6 months from the investment to citizenship. And yes, it does include family members - spouse and children under 18.
 
That's faster than I expected! Does the citizenship offer any particular benefits like visa-free travel?
 
Absolutely, Javier. Turkish citizenship provides visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 110 countries, including Japan, South Korea, and most of Latin America.
 
Just to add, though, you should also consider the cons. There might be tax implications, and dual citizenship isn't recognized by some countries.