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How a Client Who Obtained a Turkish Passport Through Us Directly Secured Greek Residence Permit via Investment

We previously arranged Turkish citizenship through investment for this client, and now he has returned for a Greek residence permit. The Turkish passport carries no sanctions, therefore the Golden Visa is obtained directly. One solution built upon another.

Sergey EvdokimovSergey EvdokimovManaging Partner, BRIDGESReading time9 min readVerificationReviewed by an expert

This case is based on a real matter. The name and certain identifying details have been changed to protect confidentiality.

BRIDGES client story - How a Client Who Obtained a Turkish Passport Through Us Directly Secured Greek Residence Permit via Investment
Contents

Case at a glance

Situation, solution and outcome in seven lines

Client
Arsen, about 40, an entrepreneur from Yerevan, with his wife
Citizenship
Turkey - no Golden Visa restrictions
Objective
Greek residence permit through investment
Unlike RF/RB
direct application, second passport not required
Family Composition
spouse(s)
Process
investment → bank accounts → real estate → residence permit
Outcome
Greek residence permit obtained directly

Client story

Client Background

Where they started

Several years ago we secured Turkish citizenship through investment for this client. Now he sought a European residence permit and turned to us again.

Why the standard route did not work

The key point here is to demonstrate the contrast we have discussed in other cases in this series. Russian and Belarusian nationals cannot access Greece's Golden Visa since 2022 based on their passports - we first arrange a second passport from a non-sanctioned country. Turkish citizens do not require this: their passport carries no restrictions, therefore the path is direct - without second citizenship or workarounds.

What BRIDGES had to solve

The Turkish passport we arranged for him carries no restrictions - therefore the Greek residence permit is obtained directly, without new passports, relying on previously completed background checks.

Why a standard answer would not do

At BRIDGES we guided the client through the direct Golden Visa route: prepared documents, assisted with bank accounts and fund transfers, selected and arranged real estate meeting program thresholds, and submitted the residence permit application. Building on the previous matter, we accelerated the application process.

I got my Turkish passport with BRIDGES and then wanted Greek residence too. Irena explained that I could apply directly with it, her partners in Athens handled the deal, and everything went quickly.

Arsen · entrepreneurThe name and certain identifying details have been changed to protect confidentiality.

What Was at Risk

What Was at Risk

There was no actual risk - the path is open for Turkish citizens. The priority was to avoid overcomplicating matters (they do not need a second passport) and execute the direct route cleanly: documents, accounts, real estate, application.

Turkish citizens have direct access to Greece's Golden Visa (unlike RF/RB);

  1. 01they do not require a second passport - their passport carries no restrictions;
  2. 02the process is standard: investment → bank accounts → real estate → residence permit;
  3. 03the client's Turkish passport already enables direct Golden Visa application;
  4. 04family composition (spouse) is included in the Golden Visa.

The logic of the solution

How the matter progressed: from checks to result

The chart is built from the facts of this matter and shows the logic of the work without decorative or unverified data.

  1. 01
    Stage 1

    Confirmed direct pathway. Verified that the Turkish passport is not subject to restrictions and the application proceeds directly.

  2. 02
    Stage 2

    Prepared documents and accounts. Assisted with bank account opening and fund transfers for the investment.

  3. 03
    Stage 3

    Noted: the client's Turkish passport already provides direct access to Golden Visa application;

  4. 04
    Stage 4

    Selected real estate. Chose a property meeting program thresholds.

  5. 05
    Stage 5

    Applied for Golden Visa. Submitted residence permit application to Greece for the entire family.

Takeaway. Conclusion: Turkish citizens have direct access to Greek Golden Visa (unlike RF/RB citizens) - investment, accounts, real estate, application; second passport not required.

How we solved the case

How we solved the case

The work was split into verifiable stages so that every conclusion rested on documents.

  1. 01

    Confirmed direct pathway

    Verified that the Turkish passport is not subject to restrictions and the application proceeds directly.

  2. 02

    Prepared documents and accounts

    Assisted with bank account opening and fund transfers for the investment.

  3. 03

    Stage 3

    Noted: the client's Turkish passport already provides direct access to Golden Visa application;

  4. 04

    Selected real estate

    Chose a property meeting program thresholds.

  5. 05

    Applied for Golden Visa

    Submitted residence permit application to Greece for the entire family.

  6. 06

    Obtained residence permit

    Client obtained Greek residence permit via direct pathway, without a second passport.

How the work went

From first contact to the result

  1. 01Confirmed direct pathway
  2. 02Prepared documents and accounts
  3. 03Stage 3
  4. 04Selected real estate
  5. 05Applied for Golden Visa
  6. 06Obtained residence permit

The sequence and timing reflect this specific case and depend on how complete the documents are and on the decisions of the competent authorities.

Expert comment

This is another case of "solution on top of solution." We previously obtained Turkish citizenship for this client through investment; now we added Greek residence permit. The Turkish passport is not sanctioned, application is direct, second passport is not required. Building on already compiled documents, we quickly processed the Golden Visa. Established client - quick result.

Sergey Evdokimov, Managing Partner, BRIDGESSergey EvdokimovManaging Partner, BRIDGES

Outcome

What the client received

What was required
How we did it · Result
Apply directly
Turkish passport not subject to restrictions · without second passport
Accounts and fund transfers
assisted with banks · funds deposited
Real estate
selection by program thresholds · property secured
Obtain residence permit
Golden Visa application · Greek residence permit
Obtain residence permit
Golden Visa application · Greek residence permit

What was: client who obtained Turkish passport with us wanted Greek residence permit through investment. What we did: confirmed direct pathway; prepared documents and accounts; selected real estate; applied for Golden Visa. What client obtained: Greek residence permit directly, without a second passport.

Practical takeaway

What matters in a similar situation

  • Conclusion: Turkish citizens have direct access to Greek Golden Visa (unlike RF/RB citizens) - investment, accounts, real estate, application; second passport not required.
  • Client obtained Greek residence permit via direct pathway because his passport is not subject to restrictions, and we processed a standard Golden Visa.
  • With a Turkish citizenship already obtained with us, a Greek Golden Visa is added predictably and quickly. We will look at your case.

FAQ

Questions people ask in a similar situation

01Can a Turkish citizen obtain Greek residence permit directly?

Yes: Turkish passport is not subject to restrictions, therefore Golden Visa application proceeds directly, without a second passport - unlike RF/RB citizens whose passport applications have been suspended since 2022.

02Is a second passport required?

No. Turkish citizens do not require it—a passport allows direct application for the Golden Visa. A second passport is necessary for Russian and Belarusian citizens.

03How does the process work with bank accounts and fund transfers?

Turkish passport is non-sanctioned; transfers and accounts in the EU follow standard procedures; we assist with the European portion.

04Which family members are included?

Spouse and children (and parents under certain conditions) are included in the Golden Visa as family members. The exact composition is verified with the competent authority.

05Is this legal?

Yes: standard Golden Visa procedure for a citizen of a non-sanctioned country, in accordance with Greek regulations.

06Which documents were key in this case?

Confirmed direct pathway. Verified that the Turkish passport is not subject to restrictions and the application proceeds directly. Prepared documents and accounts. Assisted with bank account opening and fund transfers for the investment.

07Why did the standard route not suit the client?

The key point here is to demonstrate the contrast we have discussed in other cases in this series. Russian and Belarusian nationals cannot access Greece's Golden Visa since 2022 based on their passports - we first arrange a second passport from a non-sanctioned country. Turkish citizens do not require this: their passport carries no restrictions, therefore the path is direct - without second citizenship or workarounds.

About the author

Sergey Evdokimov

Author: Sergey Evdokimov

Managing Partner, BRIDGES

As Founder and Managing Partner of BRIDGES, I am responsible for the firm's strategy and personally lead its most complex client matters, including cases in which citizenship or residence decisions require a strategic view and consideration of capital.

I begin by defining the objective: the outcome the client needs, the facts that affect the choice, and the matters that require further review. I then establish the available directions, the sequence of work, and the key decision points.

Once the strategy has been agreed, I oversee the BRIDGES team's key decisions and remain involved at the stages that shape the course of the matter. The purpose is to give the client a clear rationale for the chosen direction and a precise understanding of the next steps.

Prepared on the basis of BRIDGES practice and reviewed by a subject-matter expert.

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Names and certain details have been changed to protect client confidentiality. The result described reflects one specific situation and is neither a public offer nor a guarantee of a similar outcome. Programme terms are stated as of 2026 and may change - please confirm current parameters with a BRIDGES consultant.