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IGA Law Firm in China: Turkish Citizenship Investment Seminars in Four Major Cities

IGA Law Firm held Turkish citizenship investment seminars in Shanghai, Hangzhou, Shenzhen and Beijing, helping Chinese investors understand property-related legal matters.

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Buying an Apartment in Istanbul with a Tenant: What Foreign Buyers Must Know Before Purchasing

Buying a tenanted apartment in Istanbul? Learn about tenant rights, eviction rules, rental income and legal checks with IGA Law Firm.

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From $500,000 Bank Deposit to Turkish Citizenship Approval: A Client Success Story

An anonymized, approved Turkish citizenship application involving a USD 500,000 bank deposit, from banking documentation and BDDK conformity to the final citizenship decision.

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How Chinese Investors Can Transfer Money to Turkey for Property & Citizenship (2026)

Buying property in Turkey from China? Understand Hong Kong and Singapore transfers, third-party payments, DAB records and citizenship-related legal checks.

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Is Turkey Safe for Americans? A Lawyer's Guide to Living and Investing in 2026

Planning to visit, live or buy property in Turkey? Review US travel advice, Istanbul safety, visa rules and legal checks for American buyers in 2026.

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Dubai Golden Visa vs Turkish Citizenship: Residency or a Second Passport?

Compare Dubai Golden Visa requirements, AED 2 million property investment and Turkish citizenship from USD 400,000. Explore costs, family rights and legal checks.

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The Strongest Passports in the World (2026) and Where Turkey Ranks

Compare the strongest passports in 2026 and Türkiye’s position. Understand visa-free scores, E-2 eligibility and what a second citizenship can really add.

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Is Turkey a European or Asian Country? Passport and Visa Access Explained

Turkey spans Europe and Asia but is outside the EU and Schengen. Understand what this means for Turkish passports, visas, residence and property investment.

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Dual Citizenship for Americans: Is a Turkish Passport the Smartest Plan B?

Can Americans hold dual citizenship? Compare legal routes, Turkish citizenship options, tax reporting and key risks before seeking a second passport.

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Best Countries to Move to from the US in 2026: A Legal Comparison

Compare places Americans can move to in 2026, including visa routes, residence rules, healthcare, taxes and the path to living in Türkiye.

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Best Countries to Retire in for Americans: Why Turkey Makes the List

Explore retirement destinations for Americans, comparing visas, healthcare, living costs and taxes, with a closer look at retiring in Türkiye.

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Citizenship by Investment Programs Compared: Turkey vs Caribbean vs Europe (2026)

Compare 2026 citizenship by investment programs in Türkiye and the Caribbean, including investment routes, family eligibility and legal risks.

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IGA Law Firm Is Growing: A New Chapter at Our New Office

IGA Law Firm welcomes clients to its new Bebek office in Istanbul. Meet the team and explore its citizenship, investment and private law services.

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Turkish Citizenship by Investment and Turkish Name Selection: An Overlooked Advantage for International Investors

Legal perspectives on Turkish citizenship, investment routes, family documents and application planning.

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Turkey Real Estate Valuation Exemption: A Guide for Citizenship Investors

When is a property sale in Türkiye exempt from a valuation report? Learn how TOKİ, Emlak Konut, municipal and GYO transactions are assessed for citizenship.

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Renunciation of Turkish Citizenship 2025: Process, Documents and Reapplication

How can you renounce Turkish citizenship? Learn the 2025 eligibility rules, VAT-9 documents, children’s status, Blue Card rights and reacquisition route.

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Celebrating Our Clients’ Success: Turkish Citizenship Approvals Are In!

See anonymized Turkish citizenship approval letter samples from IGA Law Firm client matters and learn the next steps for Turkish ID card and passport applications.

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Turkish Citizenship by Real Estate Investment: 2025 Complete Guide

Explore the USD 400,000 Turkish citizenship property route, title deed checks, three-year resale restriction, conformity certificate and family application.

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Work Permit in Turkey for Those with a Turkish Parent: Family Connection Guide

Learn the work permit rules for foreigners with a Turkish parent: family documents, evaluation criteria and when to check citizenship status first.

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Work Permit in Turkey for Company Owners and Shareholders (2025 Guide)

Explore Turkish work permit rules for foreign company owners: capital, 20% shareholding, five-employee rule, USD 100,000 exception and updated criteria.

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Turkish Citizenship by Investment via BES (Private Pension System): Fund and Legal Guide

How does Turkish citizenship through BES work? Review the USD 500,000 requirement, three-year commitment, eligible funds, custody, fees and exit risks.

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Turkish Military Service Deferral and Foreign-Currency Military Service Abroad

Living abroad as a Turkish citizen? Learn military service deferral, dövizle askerlik eligibility, age limits and application steps. Ask IGA Law Firm to review your case.

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