Türkiye

Türkiye in 2026: visa-free entry for Iranians, $200,000 property residence, $400,000 citizenship, work, study, marriage and the new tax exemption — with Imperial's Istanbul office.

Türkiye is the closest and most accessible foreign destination for Iranians: visa-free entry for up to 90 days, property residence with a $200,000 home, citizenship by investment from $400,000 and a new tax law with a 20-year exemption on new residents' foreign income. Imperial has an office in Istanbul and follows cases in person.

Türkiye guides

TopicKey point for 2026Guide
Residence$200,000 property; closed neighbourhoods reopened in practiceResidence in Türkiye
Citizenship by investment$400,000 property, held 3 yearsProperty and citizenship
Citizenship by residence or marriage5 years' residence; 3 years of marriageTurkish citizenship
WorkEmployer applies; TL 500,000 capitalWork permits
Company registrationLtd with TL 50,000 capitalCompany registration
StudyYÖS, or private universities without an examStudy
MarriageCelibacy certificate from the Iranian consulateMarriage registration
Tax20-year foreign-income exemptionTax for new residents

Key points for 2026

  • First-time tourist residence is often refused; property residence is more reliable.
  • Bank accounts and money transfers have become strict for Iranians; plan before any purchase.
  • Annual inflation is about 30%, and the rent increase cap in October 2026 is about 31.5%. Cost of living in Türkiye

Imperial's services in Türkiye

Imperial's Istanbul office supports you with residence, property and citizenship, company registration and accounting, work permits, marriage registration and certified translation; from the first assessment to your residence card or passport.

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