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Updates to Turkish residence permits, immigration directorates in 2025

Release Date: 2025-01-02
Media: Türkiye Today
Summary: Starting in 2025, the tax rate for procedures related to foreign residents and expats has been increased to 43.93%, which is expected to lead to higher notary fees and residence permit application charges.

Income Declaration and Sponsorship Requirement
For residence permit applications, those without income documentation must rely on a sponsor, who must provide a bank certificate showing a monthly income of at least TL 33,156 ($939) per foreign adult for the duration of their stay. For foreign children, the required amount is TL 22,104 ($626) per month. For a family of four, the sponsor must declare a monthly income of TL 110,520 ($3,128). Alternatively, a bank statement showing TL 660,120 ($18,686) in a Turkish account for a six-month stay can be used. These documents must be apostilled and translated by a sworn notary.

2025 Updates on Turkish Residence Permits
In cities like Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir, income declarations are either supplementary or mandatory parts of the application. Applicants should expect immigration officials to request such documents even if not explicitly required.

Real Estate Investment for Residence Permits
Since 2023, a $200,000 property investment is required for a residence permit through real estate. However, some intermediaries exploited legal loopholes, securing residence permits with investments as low as $20,000-$50,000. To address this, the Directorate General of Migration Management may require a “takyidat” document to confirm no liens or mortgages on the property.

Takyidat Document
The "takyidat" document provides details on property encumbrances, liens, and liabilities. It can be obtained from land registry offices or through the government’s "e-devlet" portal. First-time applicants may face restrictions using the online method.

Avoiding Real Estate Scams
While the real estate valuation report is no longer required for properties worth over $200,000, authorities may still request it if the sale price significantly exceeds the average market rate. Foreign investors should avoid companies exploiting legal loopholes and ensure compliance with Turkish laws to avoid potential legal issues.
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