Updated on June 19, 2026
Aras Aydin
Country Manager — Türkiye
Aras works primarily with European residence-by-investment programmes, with a particular focus on the Greece Golden Visa, Malta solutions, and other European options for international investors. He also advises on global citizenship and residence by investment programmes, helping partners and clients choose solutions based on their mobility, relocation, wealth preservation, and family planning goals.
Based in Istanbul, Türkiye, Aras supports partners across multiple jurisdictions and has worked with investors, strategic partners, and intermediaries.
Before investment migration, Aras built an experience in international business development, real estate investment, and cross-border strategy, advising investors on market-entry strategies across Türkiye and international markets.
He speaks English, Turkish and Persian
Linkedin
+90 543 118 6030
Work experience
In investment migration, real estate, and cross-border business development 6 years
Education
Gazi University,PhD in Urban and Regional Planning —
B2B Sales Foundations 2025
Sales Pipeline Management 2025
Becoming a Strategic Leader 2025
Strategies for Effective Leadership Teams 2025
Meli University, Master’s degree in Urban Design —
Participation in industry events
Residency or citizenship
you can get with Aras's help
Country and statusInvestmentsTime requiredBenefits
€250,000+4+ months
4+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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Possibility to live, study, and start a business in Greece
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Prospect of citizenship in 7 years
€100,200+6+ months
6+ months
- Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
- Ability to live, study and start a business in Malta
- New family members can be added after the investor has received permanent residence
€30,000+3+ months
3+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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Opportunity to live, study, and start a business in Malta
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Tax optimisation with a special regime
€250,000+4+ months
4+ months
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Visa-free travel to the Schengen countries
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Creating of a safe haven or moving to Italy
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Special tax regime
$250,000+4+ months
4+ months
- Global mobility for international business and travel freedom
- Opportunity to get a 10-year visitor visa to the USA
- Possibility to become a tax resident and pay 0% personal income tax
Questions and problems
answers and solutions to which Aras Aydin knows
Türkiye Citizenship by Investment for British Investors: Requirements, Costs, and Process
For British investors looking beyond the usual citizenship by investment destinations, Türkiye deserves a closer look. Its proximity to the UK, established infrastructure, and comfortable urban lifestyle make it a practical choice for a second home or future relocation. UK citizens can qualify for Turkish citizenship without moving abroad, by investing at least $400,000 in property or $500,000 through selected financial routes. This article explores what makes the programme appealing to British investors, how the investment options compare, and which tax, banking and legal considerations deserve attention before applying.
Citizenship
Best Ways to Invest in Türkiye: Opportunities for Foreigners
Türkiye continues to strengthen its position as an attractive destination for international investment. In 2025, foreign direct investment reached $13.1 billion, up 12.2% from the previous year. Türkiye also ranked 4th in Europe for new foreign investment projects in 2024{{source: Source: Invest in Türkiye — [Foreign Direct Investment in Türkiye](https://f.invest.gov.tr/en/whyturkey/pages/fdi-in-turkey.aspx)}}. Explore investment opportunities in Türkiye, including sectors with profit potential and options that offer foreign investors a route to a second passport.
Citizenship
Changes to the programmes
which Aras Aydin comments
How Real Estate Is Valued in Türkiye for Citizenship by Investment
Türkiye has changed the requirements for real estate valuation when obtaining citizenship by investment. Aras Aydın answers investors’ most frequently asked questions.