If you have a strong educational background or specialized skills, you might qualify for an EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based green card. These require employer sponsorship, but they’re very common paths for professionals.

Marrying a U.S. citizen is probably the fastest route to a green card, if it’s a legitimate relationship. The process still takes time, but it bypasses some of the long backlogs you’d face with employment-based petitions. Just be ready with solid documentation to prove your marriage is real.

Honestly, don’t overlook the Diversity Visa Lottery. Turkey is one of the eligible countries, and the application is free. Even though it’s luck-based, I know people who’ve won it; it’s a great backup to try every year while you’re pursuing other options.