Acquiring Turkish citizenship can be an attractive option for many people. Türkiye is a country with a strong economy, rich culture and beautiful geography. Turkish citizenship offers many opportunities such as living, working, studying and traveling in this country.
In this blog post, we will examine in detail the ways to acquire Turkish citizenship. We will discuss each path separately under the following headings:
1. Gaining through Birth:
• Children born to parents born in Turkey become Turkish citizens from birth.
• A child born in Turkey to foreign parents can choose Turkish citizenship until the age of 18.
2. Earning through Marriage:
• Foreigners who have been married to a Turkish citizen for at least three years can apply for Turkish citizenship.
• In case of death of the Turkish citizen spouse after the application date, there is no requirement to live in family unity.
• Turkish citizenship is acquired as long as the marriage union continues.
3. Earning through Investment:
• Foreigners who invest a certain amount of fixed capital can apply for Turkish citizenship.
• Investment amount and conditions are determined by regulation.
• There are also some additional conditions such as investment protection and residence in Turkey.
4. Winning in Exceptional Ways:
• Turkish citizenship may be granted exceptionally to people who make significant contributions to Turkey, such as scientists, artists, athletes and investors.
• In this regard, the decision of the Ministry of Internal Affairs is essential.
5. Winning through the Exercise of the Right to Selection:
• Foreigners who were born in Turkey and did not choose Turkish citizenship until the age of 18, but continue to reside in Turkey, can acquire Turkish citizenship by exercising their right to vote until the age of 21.
