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Residence Permit and Facilities for Foreign Investors in Türkiye

Savun Law & Consultancy · Updated 29 October 2026

Residence Permit and Facilities for Foreign Investors in Türkiye

Türkiye provides residence and certain other facilities for foreign investors. These rules aim to support the investment climate. This article covers residence and facilities for foreign investors for information purposes.

💼 Residence for Investors

Foreigners who invest in Türkiye may benefit from residence and status facilities depending on the nature of the investment. When certain conditions are met, exceptional citizenship by investment may also come into question. Documenting the investment is important. Each situation is assessed separately.

Note: Amounts and periods for investor residence and facilities may change under current legislation; no definite outcome can be promised.

🏢 Business and Company Procedures

For investors, procedures such as setting up a companyTR, the Turquoise Card (Turkuaz Kart)TR and a work permit are important. These procedures can be carried out in different ways depending on the type of investment. Planning the process from the start is advisable. Compliance with the proper procedure is essential.

⚖️ Points to Keep in Mind

For investor residence and facilities, the amounts, periods and conditions may change under current legislation. Tax and taxpayer statusTR obligations should also be assessed from the beginning. No definite outcome can be promised; each case is handled under its own conditions.

📌 Related Topics

The subject is linked to citizenship by investment and company formationTR.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a residence facility for investors?

Depending on the nature of the investment, residence and status facilities may be available.

Does an investment lead to citizenship?

When certain conditions are met, exceptional citizenship by investment may come into question.

Which procedures matter?

Company formation, the Turquoise Card (Turkuaz Kart), the work permit and tax obligations need to be planned from the start.

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The information in this article is provided for general information only and may change in line with current legislation. Each case is unique; nothing here is a commitment as to any outcome. Savun Law & Consultancy cannot be held responsible for decisions taken solely on the basis of this article.

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