TURKIYE
Citizenship by Investment
Turkish citizenship by investment is a fast, simple, and asset-backed citizenship program of a well established strong, safe country between Europe, Asia and Middle East.
Türkiye offers a fast and accessible pathway to citizenship through investment, combining strategic geographic positioning with a dynamic economy and high lifestyle appeal.
Key Facts
Processing Time
Approximately 8 to 12 months
Visa-Free Access
Enhanced global mobility
Minimum Investment
Starting from USD 400,000
Eligible Family Members
Main applicant, spouse, and dependent children aged 0–18
Main Advantages
- Turkish passport providing visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to destinations such as Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, South Korea and most South American countries
- Eligibility to apply for a U.S. E-2 Investor Visa after residing in Türkiye for three years (renewable every five years)
- Full citizenship granted to the applicant and included family members, transferable by descent
- Dual citizenship is permitted
- No mandatory residency requirement
- Real estate investment option with rentals allowed
- A safe, well-connected country with excellent international flight links
Türkiye is a country rich in history and culture, offering a unique blend of tradition and modern living. With its stunning coastlines, historical landmarks, vibrant cities, renowned cuisine, and Mediterranean climate, it provides an exceptional lifestyle.
The Citizenship by Investment Program (CIP), introduced in 2017, was designed to attract foreign direct investment and support the real estate sector. As a transcontinental country bridging Europe and Asia, Türkiye allows investors to obtain citizenship through several routes, including real estate acquisition, business investment, and bank deposits.
Application Process Overview
The process typically takes around four months from submission:
- Initial due diligence
- Signing of client agreement and Power of Attorney’s (PoA)
- Opening a bank account in Türkiye
- Completion of the chosen investment and suitability application
- Submission of residence permit application and biometric data submission in Turkiye
- Government due diligence and background checks
- Submission of citizenship application and biometric data submission in Turkiye
- Citizenship approval and passport application
Qualifying Investment Options
To qualify for Turkish citizenship, applicants must make a significant financial contribution. Available options include:
- Real Estate: Minimum purchase of USD 400,000
- Bank Deposit: Deposit the equivalent of USD 500,000 in Turkish Lira
- Real Estate Investment Fund: Minimum investment of USD 500,000
- Capital Investment: Minimum investment of USD 500,000
- Government Bonds: Minimum investment of USD 500,000
- Job Creation: Creation of employment for at least 50 Turkish citizens
Among these, real estate investment remains the most popular and attractive option. A minimum holding period of three years applies to all investment routes.
Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years old and successfully pass due diligence checks
- Provide the required documentation, including:
- Property title deed
- Power of attorney
- Certified copies of passports
- Birth certificates
- Marriage certificates
- National ID cards
- Clean criminal record
- Biometric photographs
Citizenship by Investment Through Real Estate
For more information please visit citizenshipturkey.com or contact us.