Looking at Türkiye again in 2026, three key words are increasingly worth examining together:
Property, Identity, Tax.
WorldWay Immigration notes that on the one hand, Chinese buyers consistently rank among the top foreign property buyers in Türkiye; on the other hand, Türkiye is updating its economic plans for the coming years and introducing new tax policies this year.
As these developments unfold simultaneously, Türkiye's appeal in global identity and asset allocation is being further elevated.
1. Chinese Buyers Purchase 107 Units in August
Property Market Enthusiasm Persists
According to the latest data released by the Turkish Statistical Institute, a total of 127,410 residential properties were sold nationwide in Türkiye in August 2026.
Among them, sales of new residential properties reached 44,378 units, accounting for 34.8% of total transaction volume. Istanbul ranked first nationwide with 20,426 units, followed by Ankara and Izmir.
In August, foreign buyers purchased a total of 1,938 residential properties. Russian buyers ranked first with 343 units, while Chinese buyers ranked sixth with 107 units.
Looking at buyer origins, interest in Turkish real estate is not confined to a single market, with buyers from Russia, Germany, and several other countries maintaining high levels of interest.
The performance of Chinese buyers is equally noteworthy. In April this year, Chinese buyers purchased 110 residential properties in a single month, ranking second among foreign property buyers that month; in the first four months of this year, Chinese buyers purchased a cumulative total of 437 Turkish residential properties. From April to August, Chinese buyers have consistently remained among the top foreign property purchasers in Türkiye.
For many families, Turkish real estate attracts attention for another important reason: it is not only an overseas physical asset, but can also be directly combined with second identity planning.
2. Updated Economic Outlook
Clearer Targets for Future Growth
Beyond real estate, Türkiye's recently updated macroeconomic program is also worthy of attention.
Recently, Türkiye announced its latest Medium-Term Program 2027–2029, setting revised targets for key indicators such as economic growth and inflation in the coming years.
According to the latest program, Türkiye projects:
Economic growth of 3.3% in 2026;
Growth of 4.2% in 2027;
Growth of 4.6% in 2028;
Reaching 5% in 2029.
Regarding inflation, Türkiye expects an inflation rate of 28.4% by the end of 2026, with plans to further reduce it to 21% in 2027, 13.5% in 2028, and 9% in 2029.
In other words, while Türkiye currently remains in a relatively high inflation environment, the direction signaled by the latest economic planning is very clear—to continue driving macroeconomic stability and gradually bring inflation down to single digits.
Judging from the latest program, Türkiye's development trajectory over the coming years is increasingly clear: economic growth targets are gradually rising, inflation levels are continuously subsiding, and the overall economic environment is expected to improve further.
As growth momentum strengthens and market expectations gradually stabilize, Türkiye's real estate, consumer, and investment markets are also expected to gain better structural support.
3. New Tax Policies Implemented
Expanding Scope for Global Asset Planning
In 2026, Türkiye's tax policies undergo several adjustments.
Of particular interest is that qualifying new tax residents can enjoy income tax exemptions of up to 20 years on foreign-sourced income and gains, covering foreign salaries, dividends, interest, rental income, and investment returns.
Meanwhile, inheritance transfers occurring within the exemption period for qualifying individuals may be subject to a 1% tax rate. At the corporate level, tax incentives related to cross-border trade and the Istanbul Financial Center have been introduced or expanded, along with arrangements for compliant repatriation of offshore assets.
For families with global assets, cross-border income, or international business operations, Turkish identity offers broader scope for long-term planning as a result.
4. From USD 400,000, Integrated Real Estate, Identity, and Tax Planning
Chinese buyers consistently rank among the top foreign property purchasers in Türkiye; the latest medium-term economic plan further clarifies growth and inflation targets for coming years; meanwhile, qualifying new tax residents can enjoy up to 20 years of tax exemption on foreign income.
Currently, applicants purchasing Turkish real estate starting from USD 400,000 can apply for Turkish citizenship. The property can be sold after a 3-year holding period while citizenship remains permanently valid. For families seeking to balance overseas asset allocation with second identity planning:
A single property can connect you to overseas assets;
It can further connect to a second identity for the entire family;
And it can be combined with new tax policies for long-term planning.
This makes "Property + Identity + Tax" a distinctive allocation logic for the Turkish program.
Recognized among Asia's Top 500 Brands with over 20 years of focus on immigration, WorldWay Group originated in Hong Kong in 1998 and maintains professional operating companies in both Hong Kong and Mainland China. WorldWay provides professional services tailored to different family needs—ranging from identity solutions and property selection to application processing and subsequent planning—helping clients achieve Turkish citizenship and global asset allocation more systematically.
In addition to real estate acquisition, Türkiye currently offers a bank deposit route to citizenship. Investors depositing USD 500,000 or the equivalent in Turkish Lira can apply for a Turkish passport from a major European nation for the whole family. After 3 years, the deposit can be withdrawn at any time while citizenship remains permanently valid.
As an early professional immigration agency to promote the Turkish Citizenship by Investment Program in the Chinese market, WorldWay partnered with the Embassy of Türkiye in China, the Consulate General in Shanghai, and the Consulate General in Guangzhou in April 2019 to hold the "Official Launch Ceremony of the Turkish Citizenship by Investment Program in China" simultaneously in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Qingdao, officially introducing the globally anticipated Turkish Citizenship by Investment Program to China. (For details, click to read: Historic Event! Turkish Citizenship by Investment Program Officially Introduced to China)
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