Turkish Citizenship Property Valuation: TTB and Appraisal Requirements

Turkish Citizenship Property Valuation: TTB and Appraisal Requirements

05.09.2026

Turkish Citizenship Property Valuation: Legal and Regulatory Framework

For property-based Turkish citizenship applications, valuation forms part of the process used to establish whether the property investment satisfies the applicable legal requirements. The relevant valuation is therefore a regulatory assessment rather than simply an indication of the property's commercial market price.

The current administrative framework is implemented through the Tapu ve Kadastro Genel Müdürlüğü (TKGM). For citizenship transactions, the investment amount is confirmed through the Taşınmaz Edinim Sureti ile Vatandaşlık Kazanımına Esas Tutar Tespit Belgesi (TTB), which records the amount recognised for citizenship investment purposes.

The TTB is prepared on the basis of the relevant property valuation report and processed through the designated TADEBİS and TAKBİS/WebTapu systems. Under the current procedure, a TTB presented only in physical form is not accepted.

The distinction between the underlying valuation report and the TTB is important. The valuation report contains the underlying property assessment, while the TTB identifies the amount recognised for the citizenship investment assessment under the applicable administrative framework.

The investment calculation also cannot be based solely on a figure agreed privately between the buyer and seller. TKGM requires the relevant sale price declared in the official deed or sale promise and the total payment or transfer amounts to satisfy the applicable investment threshold separately, with those values confirmed through the TTB.

The current minimum investment threshold for property-based Turkish citizenship is USD 400,000. The threshold was increased from USD 250,000 to USD 400,000 with effect from 13 June 2022. Earlier transactions may be subject to the thresholds and transitional rules applicable at the relevant time, so the applicable investment requirement should be assessed by reference to the transaction and application dates.

The TTB is also subject to a defined validity period under the current administrative framework. TKGM guidance states that the TTB is valid for six months from its issue, subject to the specific rules governing the transaction and the completion of the relevant application process.

For a purchaser seeking Turkish citizenship through property investment, valuation should therefore be addressed as part of the wider compliance process. The valuation report, TTB, title-deed records and payment documentation should be considered together before relying on a property's stated purchase price for citizenship purposes.

Property Appraisal in Turkey: TTB Requirements for Citizenship

For a property acquisition intended to support a Turkish citizenship application, the valuation process follows the administrative framework established by the Tapu ve Kadastro Genel Müdürlüğü. The applicable procedure is different from an ordinary property valuation obtained for general investment or financing purposes.

Under the current system, valuation reports used for Turkish citizenship transactions are prepared through the designated process involving GEDAŞ Gayrimenkul Değerleme A.Ş. The valuation report is prepared within the electronic framework established by TKGM for citizenship-related transactions.

The TTB is then prepared from the relevant property valuation report. TKGM defines the TTB as the document showing the property investment amount that can be accepted for citizenship purposes, prepared as an annex to the valuation report through TADEBİS and transmitted through the designated TAKBİS/WebTapu system. A physically presented TTB is not accepted.

The distinction between the valuation report and the TTB is therefore important. The valuation report contains the underlying property assessment, while the TTB identifies the amount recognised for the citizenship investment assessment under the applicable administrative framework.

The investment calculation also cannot be based solely on a figure agreed privately between the buyer and seller. TKGM requires the relevant sale price declared in the official deed or sale promise and the total payment or transfer amounts to satisfy the applicable investment threshold separately, with those values confirmed through the TTB.

Timing is also relevant to the valuation process. The current TKGM framework provides that the period between the TTB and the application for the citizenship-related transaction must not exceed six months. Where this period is exceeded, the valuation report forming the basis of the TTB must be renewed.

The valuation report and TTB should therefore be considered alongside the official deed, payment records and other documents relevant to the investment calculation. A discrepancy between these documents may require further assessment before the transaction is relied upon for citizenship purposes.

For purchasers, the appraisal process is consequently part of the wider citizenship compliance procedure. Obtaining the appropriate valuation report, ensuring that the TTB is correctly prepared and maintaining consistency between the transaction documents are important elements of the property-based citizenship process.

Citizenship Investment Valuation: Purchase Price and Appraisal Value

For a property acquisition intended to support a Turkish citizenship application, the purchase price and the amount recognised for citizenship purposes must be assessed within the applicable valuation framework. The figure agreed between buyer and seller does not, by itself, establish the qualifying investment amount.

The valuation report provides the underlying assessment used for the TTB, while the TTB identifies the amount recognised for the citizenship investment assessment. These documents must be considered together with the official deed and the payment records relating to the acquisition.

The amount declared in the official deed or sale promise is relevant to the citizenship assessment. Under the current TKGM framework, the total amount declared in the official deed or sale promise and the total amount of payments or transfers must separately satisfy the applicable investment threshold, with the relevant values confirmed through the TTB.

Payment evidence is therefore an important part of the transaction record. Transfers made in connection with the acquisition should be identifiable as payments relating to the relevant property transaction and supported by appropriate banking documentation.

Where the amount stated in the official deed differs from an amount agreed under a private contractual arrangement, the discrepancy should be examined before the transaction is relied upon for citizenship purposes. Differences between the declared amount, payment records and TTB may also require clarification.

The valuation amount should not be treated as a substitute for proper transaction documentation. The valuation report, TTB, official deed and payment records should present a consistent evidential record supporting the citizenship investment assessment.

Where more than one property is acquired for citizenship purposes, each transaction and the relevant investment amounts should be assessed under the applicable rules. The qualifying amounts cannot simply be assumed to count towards the investment requirement without checking the relevant documentation and valuation position.

For foreign investors, citizenship investment valuation is therefore a compliance matter extending beyond the property's apparent market value. The investment amount must be supported through the prescribed valuation and transaction documentation before the property acquisition is relied upon for a citizenship application.

Property Valuation Compliance for Turkish Citizenship Applications

Property valuation compliance should be considered before relying on an acquisition for a Turkish citizenship application. The valuation documents form part of the evidence used to establish the investment amount accepted under the applicable administrative framework.

The purchaser should ensure that the valuation report and TTB correspond to the property and transaction being used for the citizenship application. The official title-deed records and payment documentation should also be consistent with the information supporting the investment calculation.

Timing is an important part of this process. Under the current TKGM framework, the period between the TTB and the application for the citizenship-related transaction must not exceed six months. Where this period is exceeded, the valuation report forming the basis of the TTB must be renewed.

The official guidance also distinguishes between the validity of the TTB and the timing of later stages of the transaction. A TTB obtained for a completed sale is not automatically required to be renewed merely because a later citizenship-related step occurs after six months, subject to the circumstances addressed by the applicable rules.

Changes affecting the property transaction should also be considered before relying on the valuation. Where the transaction involves additional properties or material differences from the information used for the valuation, the effect on the TTB and citizenship assessment should be examined under the applicable framework.

Satisfying the valuation requirements does not, by itself, establish eligibility for Turkish citizenship. The property acquisition must also satisfy the other statutory and administrative conditions applicable to the citizenship route.

For foreign investors, consistency between the valuation report, TTB, title-deed records and payment evidence is therefore an important compliance consideration. Any material discrepancy should be identified and assessed before the citizenship application proceeds.

The valuation process should accordingly be treated as part of the wider citizenship compliance procedure. Maintaining consistent transaction records and ensuring that the TTB and underlying valuation remain valid for the relevant stage can help avoid issues during the administrative assessment.

FAQ

What property valuation is required for Turkish citizenship by investment?

A citizenship-related property acquisition requires the valuation process and TTB established under the current TKGM framework. The recognised investment amount must be considered together with the official deed and payment records.

What is a TTB appraisal and why is it required for Turkish citizenship?

The TTB records the amount recognised for the citizenship investment assessment and is prepared from the relevant property valuation report. It forms part of the documentation used to assess the qualifying investment amount.

Can a property appraisal affect eligibility for Turkish citizenship?

Yes. The valuation and TTB can affect the amount recognised for citizenship purposes. The appraisal should therefore be considered alongside the declared transaction amount and payment evidence before the property is relied upon for the application.

Summary

Turkish citizenship property valuation is an important part of the property-based citizenship process. The valuation report and TTB establish the amount recognised for the investment assessment, while the official deed and payment records provide additional transaction evidence. Foreign investors should ensure that these documents are consistent and comply with the applicable TKGM framework before proceeding with a citizenship application.

For professional legal assistance with your Turkish citizenship by investment and property valuation process in Turkey, contact Gokalp Legal.

This article provides general information and does not constitute legal advice.