Turquoise Card for Commercial Real Estate & Institutional Property Investors
Foreign investors acquiring commercial real estate (offices, corporate towers, logistics centers, hotel assets) valued at $400,000 USD or above with a 3-year non-disposal deed annotation qualify for priority Turquoise Card issuance.
Statutory Criteria Under Law No. 6735
Governed by the Turkish Land Registry Law and Law No. 6735, high-net-worth foreign individuals investing capital into the Turkish commercial property market secure lifelong residence, work freedom, and corporate sovereignty.
π Statutory Incentives & Corporate Tax Exemptions
Strong foreign currency indexed commercial lease yields and capital appreciation
Direct route to Turkish citizenship without renouncing original nationality
Official Capital Markets Board (SPK) licensed appraisal guarantees
Comprehensive residency rights extended to spouse and minor children
Corporate structure asset protection and simplified property tax schemes
π Scoring Matrix & Multiplier Breakdown
| Evaluation Dimension | Awarded Points | Threshold / Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Valuation ($400k - $1M) | 40 Points | SPK certified appraisal with 3-year title restriction caveat |
| Prime Asset Portfolio ($1M+) | 50 Points | Multi-unit retail, industrial logistics, or boutique hotel assets |
| Blue-Chip Corporate Leaseholder | 20 Points | Triple-net or long-term multi-national tenant agreement |
Required Evidence & Dossier Checklist
- β Official Title Deed (Tapu) with 3-year non-disposal restriction registered
- β Capital Markets Board (SPK) certified commercial appraisal report
- β Foreign Exchange Purchase Certificate (DAB) reflecting exact property value
- β Commercial tenant agreements and registered tax clearance certificate
- β Certified passport translations and Turkish Tax Identification Number
β Frequently Asked Questions
What differentiates commercial property from standard residential acquisition?
Commercial property generates taxable corporate income and demonstrates greater economic integration, positioning the investor in the highest eligibility bracket under Law No. 6735.
Can multiple properties be aggregated to reach $400,000 USD?
Yes. Multiple commercial parcels or units whose cumulative appraised valuation exceeds $400,000 USD qualify seamlessly.