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Residency by Investment
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Residency for Tax Purposes
Turkey
A practical base for tax residency — relocate your tax status with a flexible, low-cost residence permit.
Investment
Flexible (rental- or property-based permit)
Timeline
1–3 months
Tax residency test
183 days of actual presence
Open to RF/RB citizens
Yes
Overview
Turkey offers an accessible residence permit that can serve as the foundation for relocating your tax residency. By spending the required time in the country and obtaining a tax number, you can become a Turkish tax resident.
This route is favoured by entrepreneurs and remote professionals optimising their international tax position. We structure the permit, registration and tax-residency steps for your specific situation.
Key benefits
- Foundation for changing your tax residency
- Low cost and flexible compared with investment routes
- Fast processing — typically 1–3 months
- Renewable; family members may be included
- Access to local banking and services
Investment options
- Short-term residence permit (rental- or property-based)
- Tax-number registration and tax-residency structuring
Questions and answers
What is the Turkish residence permit for tax purposes?
As of October 2026, Aftera lists Turkey (tax) as a flexible, renewable short-term residence permit, rental- or property-based, obtained in about 1–3 months and used as a base for changing tax residency. The permit itself does not change tax residency: that requires actual presence, by the 183-day rule.
Does a Turkish residence permit remove my Russian tax obligations?
No. As of October 2026, a residence permit does not by itself end Russian tax residency; that depends on days of presence and the centre of vital interests, and there is no 'exit by application'. A Russian citizen must also notify the MVD of the permit within 60 days.
Will a Turkish account be visible to the Russian tax service?
Yes. As of October 2026, Turkey is on the FTS automatic-exchange (CRS) list in force from 22 December 2025, so data on accounts in Turkey is exchanged with Russia regardless of your passport or permit.
What does a Turkish residence permit give for banking?
As of October 2026, Turkish residency gives residency in a G20 economy, access to local banks and lira and FX accounts — a fast, inexpensive tie to the country. The final account decision always rests with the bank's compliance.
Can a Turkish company opened for residency become a CFC?
Yes. As of October 2026, if you remain a Russian tax resident and control a Turkish company opened for a residence permit or operations, it is a CFC: a participation notice within 3 months (fine 50,000 roubles) and an annual notice by 30 April (fine 500,000 roubles) apply regardless of profit.
Read more
- Second passport, residency and foreign banks: how a Russian citizen can open an account in 2026
- CFC rules for a business owner: what to know before obtaining a second passport or residency
- CRS and automatic exchange in 2026: what the Russian tax service learns about your foreign account
- Notifying the Russian authorities (MVD & FTS) of a second citizenship or residence permit in 2026: deadlines, penalties, how to do it right
- All investment programmes 2026: from $130,000 to €300,000 — the map
Last reviewed: October 2026. Figures are indicative starting points; programme terms change — confirm on consultation.