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Hand-picked premium developments for discerning investors
Seba Gardenia Zekeriyaköy
Boutique community of just 37 detached 4.5+1 villas in Zekeriyaköy's prestigious forest belt — each with a private pool and private garden.
Özak DOA Göktürk
Low-rise boutique project of 67 forest-view apartments in Göktürk — 3+1 to 5+1 units, each with a private balcony, terrace or garden.
Polat Levent Exclusive
77 boutique residences by GAD Architecture in the heart of Levent — Bosphorus views, smart home systems and private terraces.
Fua Deniz Park Tuzla
Emlak Konut GYO-backed coastal project beside Viaport Marina — 424 sea-view apartments across two phases on the Marmara coastline in Tuzla.
Ferko Line Residence Kağıthane
192 premium offices & 38 commercial units on the Kağıthane–Cendere axis — Four Points by Sheraton hotel integrated, Walter Knoll lobby interiors.
Acarkent Villa Beykoz
Istanbul's most prestigious gated villa community on the upper Bosphorus shore — 4+1 to 9+2 private-pool villas with expansive gardens in Beykoz.
Seba Central Kağıthane
Mixed-use project by Seba İnşaat in Kağıthane — 54 residences (1+1–3+1), 7 villas, 41 offices & 5 shops. Kagithane River views, delivered 2025.
Naturalist Verde Kemerburgaz
75-apartment boutique project in Kemerburgaz forest belt — 1+1 to 4+1, every unit with garden or terrace, walking distance to Kemerburgaz Metro.
Düşler Vadisi Riva Villa
1,400-villa low-rise gated community on 1.15 km² in Riva, Beykoz — 4+1 to 5+2 duplex & triplex villas surrounded by Black Sea forest and the Riva River.
Nurol Life Penthouse
Ultra-luxury penthouses in the heart of Maslak — expansive terraces, panoramic Bosphorus & forest views, and five-star residence services.
Zorlu Center Residences
584 luxury residences in Turkey's first 5-function mixed-use development in Beşiktaş — Raffles Istanbul hotel, Bosphorus views, 117–735 m² units.
Skyland Istanbul
Iconic mixed-use tower in Maslak — premium residences and offices at Istanbul's most prestigious business address with panoramic city views.
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Buy real estate worth at least USD 400,000 and apply for Turkish citizenship for yourself, your spouse and your children under 18 — handled end-to-end by our licensed lawyers.
- Choose an eligible property and complete legal due diligence
- SPK-licensed valuation and payment through a Turkish bank (Döviz Alım Belgesi)
- Title deed transfer with the 3-year no-sale annotation
- Certificate of conformity, residence permit and citizenship application
Frequently Asked Questions
Can foreigners buy property in Istanbul?
Yes. Citizens of most countries can buy apartments, villas and commercial property in Istanbul and receive a full freehold title deed (tapu), with the same ownership rights as Turkish citizens. Only military/security zones are excluded. Learn more →
How much do I need to invest for Turkish citizenship?
At least USD 400,000 in real estate, confirmed by an SPK-licensed valuation report, paid through a Turkish bank and kept for 3 years. Your spouse and children under 18 are included in the same application. Learn more →
How long does Turkish citizenship by investment take?
Typically 3–6 months from title deed transfer to passport, depending on document preparation and the authorities’ workload. Learn more →
What are the extra costs of buying property in Turkey?
Plan for roughly 6–10% on top of the price: the 4% title-deed fee (customarily split 2% buyer, 2% seller), valuation report, notary and translation, legal fees and, on some new-build units, VAT. Learn more →
Can I get a residence permit by buying property?
Yes. For title deeds acquired since October 2023 the declared sale price must be at least USD 200,000, and the property must be in a neighbourhood that is open to new foreign residents. Learn more →
Can I buy property in Istanbul without travelling to Turkey?
Yes. With a notarised power of attorney, our lawyers can obtain your tax number, open a bank account and complete the title deed transfer on your behalf. Learn more →
Turkish citizenship by investment
A home in Istanbul. A passport for your family. Every step lawyer-led.
Buy property worth at least USD 400,000 (four hundred thousand dollars) in Türkiye, keep it for three years and you, your spouse and your children under 18 can apply for Turkish citizenship. We find the right property; our attorney Av. Egemen Yasin Şahalioğlu handles the legal side from title deed to passport.
- Spouse and children under 18 included in one application
- No residency requirement before or after approval
- Property may be sold after 3 years — citizenship is kept
- Title deed checks, valuation and application handled by our attorney
Choose a qualifying home
We shortlist homes at or above $400,000. Before you pay, our lawyer checks the title deed for debts, mortgages, liens and zoning.
Payment, valuation and title deed
Payment through a Turkish bank with a currency-conversion certificate, a licensed valuation report, and the title deed transfer with the 3-year no-sale annotation.
Residence permit and citizenship
Our lawyer files the residence permit and the citizenship application, follows every stage and keeps you updated until ID cards and passports are issued.
General information based on the rules in force in October 2026, not legal advice. The final decision rests with the Turkish authorities; confirm the current rules with our lawyer before buying.
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Property Time Istanbul was founded to provide foreign investors with a reliable, end-to-end gateway to Istanbul's real estate market. We combine deep local market knowledge with licensed legal expertise to guide our clients from property search through title deed and citizenship.
Our work is built on a strategic partnership with Egemen Global Law Office, led by attorney Egemen Yasin Şahalioğlu — a licensed member of the Istanbul Bar Association with over 15 years of experience in foreign national cases, immigration, citizenship by investment, and property law.
Together, we serve primarily Iranian, GCC, and international investors seeking to buy property or obtain Turkish citizenship through real estate investment. Our office is located at Skyland Istanbul, Sarıyer — one of the city's most prestigious business addresses.
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All transactions are backed by Egemen Global Law Office, a registered member of the Istanbul Bar Association. Your investment is legally protected at every step.
Exclusive Istanbul Projects
We curate only premium developments in Istanbul's most strategic locations — from Levent to Göktürk, Zekeriyaköy to Tuzla — matching each investor with the right opportunity.
Turkish Citizenship by Investment
From the $400,000 minimum property threshold to passport delivery — we manage the entire citizenship application process with full legal oversight and transparent timelines.
Multilingual Support
Our team communicates fluently in Turkish, English, Farsi and Arabic — ensuring no detail is lost in translation for our Iranian and international clients.