In recent years, immigration to Turkey has become popular among Iranians and has become one of the best immigration destinations.

Turkey, especially its stunning city of Istanbul and its capital Ankara or its coastal city of Alanya, are popular choices for ex-pats looking to live and work.

In this article, dear friends, we will review immigration methods and their conditions and costs so that you can make a smart choice.

Immigration to Turkey

People decide to migrate for various reasons, some for education, some for a better life, and better conditions for themselves and their families. Sometimes they decide to migrate after receiving a job offer or promotion.
Turkey is a suitable destination for investment due to its strategic geographical location and its importance in the world of investment and economic benefits. And due to its proximity to Iran, it has become one of the best options these days.

Many foreigners need a visa to enter Turkey. A regular Turkish tourist visa is good for up to 90 days in a 180-day period and allows for multiple entries.
There is no need to obtain a visa for Iranian citizens and you can spend 90 days or 3 months in Turkey with your passport. which creates suitable conditions for you to choose and make better decisions.
There are various ways to immigrate to Turkey, which we will discuss below.

1. Immigrate to Turkey by buying property

One of the easiest and most reliable ways to immigrate to Turkey is to buy property. Of course, it can be different according to your circumstances. Buying a property in Turkey can be done in two ways according to your financial conditions.

• Buying a property worth 400,000 dollars or more to obtain Turkish citizenship, this property cannot be sold for up to 3 years.
• Buying a property in a big Turkish city like Istanbul is worth at least 75 thousand dollars and in a small city like Alanya is worth at least 50 thousand dollars. For permanent residence, which is renewed annually, after 5 to 8 years, you can apply for permanent residence.

 

Benefits of buying property and immigrating to Turkey

Turkey is known as a recreational country with a mild Mediterranean climate, stunning nature, rich cuisine, and hospitable people.

But its advantages are not only in climate and culture. Investors become citizens of Turkey in order to gain the prospect of profitable investments, business development, property purchase, etc. By buying property in Turkey and obtaining citizenship in this country, you can travel to 110 countries without a visa, including He mentioned Hong Kong and Singapore.

Who can get Turkish citizenship through investment?

A foreigner who has not been convicted has not violated Turkish immigration laws and has met the conditions of the program can receive Turkish citizenship. Citizens of Armenia, Cuba, Nigeria, North Korea, and Syria cannot participate in this program.
Turkish citizenship is granted to the investor’s spouse and children under the age of 18. The parents of the spouse and adult children can receive a residence permit in Turkey. The cost of accommodation is $5,000 per person.

Property price for moving to Turkey

There is a lot of real estate in Turkey, especially in the city of Alanya and Istanbul, for every taste: cheap apartments, apartments in modern residential complexes with special infrastructure, penthouses, mansions, villas by the sea, and commercial premises. Most investors buy real estate in Istanbul, Alanya, and Ankara.

The cost of a one-room apartment in the provincial cities of Alanya and Istanbul is on average from $30,000 to $50,000, villas with several bedrooms – from $100,000.
With $400,000, an investor can buy one of the following:

• A two-room apartment in Istanbul with an area of 80 square meters
• Three-room apartment in Antalya with an area of 170 square meters
• Villa by the sea in Alanya with an area of 200 square meters

The new law for buying property in Turkey in 2023

In 2023, the Turkish government adopted a package of decisions, which stated that a foreigner who wants to obtain residency by purchasing a property in Turkey must purchase a property worth $50,000 in small cities and $75,000 in large provinces. slow

Also, the value of the property to obtain Turkish citizenship was changed from $250,000 to $400,000, and you should not buy a property from an Iranian or a person who has obtained Turkish citizenship by buying a house, and the most important thing is that the property in question can only be purchased once. The application is for citizenship and the application for citizenship is sent to the owner and his wife and children under 18 years of age.

Finally, according to the new law of Turkey, in some neighborhoods of Alanya and Istanbul, due to the increase in the percentage of foreigners, it is not possible to apply for residency and citizenship. He has declared the capacity of the neighborhoods to be 25% foreign.

2. Immigration to Turkey through investment

You can get citizenship in this country by immigrating to Turkey within three to six months. Among foreigners, Turkish citizenship through investment is more in demand than other methods. In this way, half of the applicants receive Turkish passports.

Over the past two years, more than 35,000 people have received Turkish passports in this way. The applicant can choose one of the 4 investment options below.

1. Deposits in Turkish banks in the amount of 500,000 dollars or more
2. Purchase of national securities from 500,000 dollars
3. Purchase of $500,000 worth of government bonds with an obligation to hold the asset for three years
4. Start a business with a capital of $500,000 or create at least 50 jobs

In choosing any of these methods, you must first open a bank account in Turkey. The team of Deluxe Real Estate Consultants is by your side in all these steps and you can contact us now for more information.

To know all the steps and conditions of company registration in Turkey, read the linked article.

3. Immigrate to Turkey through education

Due to Iran’s easy access to Turkey, no need for a travel visa, and culture, and customs similar to Iranians a factor that has caused a significant increase in the number of Iranians living in Turkey to study.
It is possible for Iranians to stay for a maximum of 3 months without obtaining a Turkish visa. But studying in Turkey, which takes longer, requires applicants to obtain a Turkish residence card (for one year).

Why choose Turkey for student immigration?

Today, Turkey has made significant progress in all fields. This modern country has become the most attractive educational center among foreign applicants and Iranian students by implementing Canadian and American educational systems in its scientific centers and accepting students through valid tests such as SAT and GRE.

Studying in Turkish schools

Turkish public schools provide all primary and secondary education (middle and high school) for free to all applicants. The educational system in Turkish schools is also 12 years old. In this way, students should apply for this course from the age of 6 to be admitted to Turkish universities after 12 years of study.

• Kindergarten or preschool: Children between 3 and 5 years old who are not yet allowed to attend school can also enroll in public or private kindergartens or preschools to receive basic education.
• Primary school: For children at the age of 6, it is mandatory to complete 5 years of education in Turkish primary schools.
• First secondary guidance: After completing primary school, students must participate in a 3-year high school course.
• Second Secondary High School: Finally, students between the ages of 15 and 18 studies in a 4-year high school.
  Tuition fees in Turkish schools

Studying in Turkey and its public schools is completely free. But since the main language of education in such schools is Turkish and the second language that is taught from the fourth year is English, immigrant students can study in international schools in Turkey.
Studying in Turkey in international schools with English as the main language and Turkish as the second language requires paying tuition fees. Tuition fees may vary depending on the city and districts where the schools are located.

Immigrate to Turkey with a bachelor’s degree

The issue that international students think about more than anything else is immigration to Turkey at the university level. Today, when students are worried about entering the labor market after a university education, choosing a country with excellent universities along with a suitable labor market is considered.
Applicants who have passed high school with high grades and have passed the entrance exams of Turkish universities and have scored between 5 and 6.5 on the IELTS test are the accepted priority for studying in Turkey.
Of course, undergraduate studies in Turkey may change a little in some universities.

Immigrate to Turkey with a master’s degree

Master’s degree Students usually complete their master’s degree in two-year courses. Having an IELTS score between 6 and 6.5 is one of the main conditions for studying in Turkey.
The rest of the requirements for a master’s degree in Turkish universities are very similar. But in some cases, based on the field and type of university, it is determined that it is better for students to check all the conditions of the universities before immigrating to Turkey.
Because some universities, in addition to receiving the necessary documents, have included a face-to-face interview with the applicant as part of their registration conditions.

Doctorate studies

The length of the Ph.D. program is usually between 3 and 4 years, and in some cases, students in Turkish doctoral educational institutions can help themselves financially by doing a series of separate research as well as a series of courses that they are required to take.
The conditions of studying in Turkey at this stage are different in each university and for each field. However, in the IELTS language test, a score of 6 to 7.5 is a necessary condition for admission to the doctoral level.
Note: The IELTS language test is part of the admission requirements for Turkish university students. But this should not be a concern for students.
The existence of these documents has an effective and positive role in the process of immigration and admission by Turkish universities, but without them, foreign students will easily study in Turkish universities and colleges by taking Turkish language courses in Istanbul.

How to study immigration to Turkey

Applying for a Turkish study visa and intending to immigrate to this country, first of all, requires an invitation and acceptance letter from Turkish educational institutions.
This indicates that at the time the visa application is submitted, the international student has received initial acceptance from an educational institution and is required to obtain a student visa.
It is at this stage that the students prepare for flight and immigration by submitting the application and all the required documents and by checking the immigration officers and passing all the qualifying conditions and obtaining the study visa.

4. Immigrate to Turkey through marriage

In the old days, in the late 90s and early 2000s, you automatically got Turkish citizenship by marrying a Turkish citizen. It was that simple.
But in 2009, Turkey decided to enact new laws on citizenship by marriage to combat the rise of fake unions, also abolishing this automatic right.
Nowadays, obtaining citizenship through marriage requires much more documents, but it is still relatively easy. Compared to other methods of obtaining citizenship and especially investment methods, this way takes the longest time to immigrate to Turkey.

Who can apply for permanent residence through marriage?

Foreign nationals who meet the conditions listed in Article 16 of the Law on Citizenship through Marriage can apply for citizenship through marriage.
According to Article 16 of the Law “Acquiring Turkish Citizenship through Marriage”, Turkish citizenship is not automatically acquired after marriage. The law says that you must be married to a Turkish citizen for at least 3 years before applying for citizenship.

5. Immigrate to Turkey through work

A Turkey work visa is a permit to immigrate to Turkey for employment purposes. A work visa must be obtained together with a work permit in Turkey, without which foreigners cannot work in Turkey. If you are fluent in Turkish and have specialized skills, this method is suitable for you.

Do I need a visa to work in Turkey?

All citizens of the world, except nationals of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, need a work visa and work permit to work in Turkey.

How to apply for a Turkish work visa?

The process of applying for a Turkish work visa is slightly different from the process of applying for other Turkish visas. Because in the Turkish work visa application process, both the employee and the employer are involved.
Note that you must have a job offer or employment contract before applying for a Turkish employment visa. You cannot start the process of obtaining this visa without having a specific job offer in Turkey and obtaining Turkish citizenship.

After getting a Turkish work visa

After your application is approved, you have a maximum of one hundred and eighty days to enter Turkey. As soon as you arrive in Turkey, you must register in the address registration system in Turkey no later than one month after your arrival.

For information on how to obtain a work permit in Turkey, you can read the linked article.

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What are the types of visas for immigration to Turkey?

The Turkish visa system consists of a number of groupings, all of which cover different aspects. These are listed below:

1. Tourist and business visas in Turkey

• The category of tourist and business visa includes several categories, which are:
• Tourist trips to Turkey
• single transits,
• two transits,
• Business and business meetings in Turkey,
• Conferences, seminars, and meetings held in Turkey
• Festivals, fairs, and exhibitions held in Turkey,
• Sports activities and events
• Cultural and artistic activities

2. Official visa for immigration to Turkey

An official visa is required for those traveling to Turkey on official business. Although active duty personnel may use this type of visa, diplomats are the ones who use it the most.

3. Student and study visa in Turkey

Those enrolled in college are covered by a student visa.
Also, this visa includes:

• legal internship and Erasmus internship,
• Turkish language courses
• Training courses in Turkey
• Studying in an accredited educational institution in Turkey.

4. Work permit to immigrate to Turkey

A work visa is required for those who want to work legally in Turkey. It supports a wide range of professions and occupations to immigrate to Turkey, including:

• Lecturers and academics who will work in educational institutions in Turkey
• People who work as tour operators or tour agents
• Approved athletes
• designated artists,
• Free zone workers
• designated reporters,
• Assembly and repair

Work visas are also divided into two categories: standard employment and self-employment.

Standard recruitment:

A valid work permit is required for any foreign national who wishes to work in Turkey. Turkish Ministry of Labor and Social Security issues work permits. You must apply for a work permit at the nearest embassy or consulate in your home country before you leave, and your employer will submit an application on your behalf.
In some cases, you may be able to apply for a work permit while you are staying in Turkey.
Foreign nationals can usually apply for a Turkish work permit if they already have a residence permit valid for at least another six months. Tourists from other countries are not allowed to apply. To be granted a work permit, you must have a written employment contract or job offer.

self-employment:

If you have worked continuously and legally in Turkey for at least five years, you are eligible to apply for a self-employed work permit. If you have a self-employment permit, you can work for yourself. Applications for these types of permits must be sent to the Ministry of Labor and Social Security.

What are the legal criteria for international job seekers to immigrate to Turkey?

Before you can apply for a work visa, you must first have a job offer in Turkey. You are not authorized to do this on your own behalf.
There are two ways to achieve this goal. Your employer must submit their application online through the Ministry of Labor and Social Security, using the “e-Devlet” service, or by visiting the Turkish Consulate.
You must submit the following documents:

• passport copy,
• your visa application form,
• A letter of a job offer from your employer,
• Biometric photos
• You may also be asked to:
• proof of residence,
• bank statement
• Evidence of health insurance coverage,
• personal tax records,
• Police clearance document

In addition, your employer will be required to provide documentation, including tax records. If you are applying from outside Turkey, you need to pay the entry visa fee, the work permit certificate price, and the residence fee because the work permit is comparable to the residence card.
Within 20 working days of your arrival in Turkey, you must register your residence address at the Immigration or Population Registration Office.
If you are self-employed, you can apply for permanent residence and work permits individually, but in reality, these permits are rarely approved and only for people who have lived in Turkey for more than five years.

5. Other permits for immigration to Turkey

• A number of visas that fall under the general category of “Other” are also available to people entering Turkey.
• Archaeological exploration.
• Documentary research and filming
• Medical treatment,
• companionship,
• family reunification
• cargo visa,
• sea visa,
• Temporary protection visa

All visa applications must be submitted at your local embassy or consulate, except for visas issued for travel, business, or commerce, which can be done online.

Residence permit in Turkey

Temporary residence permit:

The application for a temporary residence visa for eligible foreigners who wish to stay in Turkey for more than 90 days must be made within 30 days of arrival. Temporary residence permits can also be divided into two categories: short-term residence permits and long-term residence permits.

If you intend to stay in Turkey for more than 90 days, you must apply for Turkish residence. In the Turkish residence article, you can read all the necessary steps and measures. The Deluxe Real Estate team is with you for all matters.

Permanent residence permit after immigrating to Turkey:

Foreigners must have lived in Turkey legally and continuously for at least five to eight years to be considered eligible for permanent residency. If you establish a business or buy property in Turkey, you may also be eligible for permanent residency.

You just need to provide enough documents that you legally own a house or a company and have enough money to live in Turkey. No minimum investment is required to achieve this goal.

To the package of documents already collected, you must send a copy of the residence permit and biometric data. The request will be reviewed within three months. During this period, the documents will be reviewed by the Turkish Ministry of Interior and the decision on granting citizenship will be signed by the President.

Family visa conditions for immigrating to Turkey

This license is issued for a maximum of two years and can be renewed. Provided you still run your own business or own property. and have resided in the country for at least 184 days per year, been a tax resident, and have sufficient income to support.
After 8 years of legal residence, you and your dependents can apply for a permanent residence permit, which allows you to live in this country indefinitely.
To be eligible, you must not have received any social assistance from government agencies in the last 3 years prior to applying, have sufficient financial resources, and have a clean criminal record.

Cost of living in Turkey

Everyone who wants to immigrate to Turkey always asks themselves how much their expenses and budget should be. How much do they pay for accommodation and how much of that is spent on food or medicine? Today we will certainly answer this important question.

Your expenses will vary greatly depending on the number of family members and their ages, whether you rent or own your residence, the stores you prefer to shop at, and many other factors. However, our goal is to find an average value for these items that you can use to estimate your monthly expenses. Of course, you should know that Istanbul is the most expensive city in Turkey and the cost of renting a house is usually 20% higher than in other cities.

Food costs

• Meat from 200 lira
• Chicken from 100 lira
• Rice from 100 lira
• Oil from 30 lira
• 6 eggs from 20 lira
• Milk 20 lira
• Breakfast cheese from 40 lira
• Bread 5 lira
• Cheese pizza from 60 lira
• Big water 100 lira
• Small water 4 lira
• Yogurt from 30 lira
• Cheap restaurant meal from 50 lira
• Gas ball 300 lira
• Fruits and vegetables
• Onion 10 liras
• Remini apple 10 lira
• Pumpkin 10 liras
• Tomato 25 lira
• Eggplant 17 liras
• Carrots from 14 liras
• 12 lira lettuce
• Cucumber 30 lira
• Bananas from 15 liras
• Tangerine 25 lira
• Portugal, 3 kilos, 57 liras
• Apple 15 liras
• Kiwi 5 lira
• Pear 25 lira
• Lemon 17 liras
• Transportation
• Taxi from 10 lira
• Single bus ticket 9 lira
• Metro 9 lira
• Monthly rental fee
• The minimum rent in Elanya is 10,000 liras
• Monthly costs of charging the building and bills from 2000 lines

* The price of edible products will be different depending on whether they are organic, local, or imported.

Answers to frequently asked questions about immigration to Turkey