🇹🇷 Turkey citizenship · By investment
Turkey citizenship by investment
A fast, strong passport for travel and business, launched in 2017 and updated in 2023–2025.
Turkey is a strategically located country bridging Europe, Asia and the Middle East, combining a modern economy, a developed financial sector and vibrant tourism. Its citizenship-by-investment program is one of the most dynamic and popular in the world.
Legal framework
The program is governed by Article 20 of the Regulation on the Implementation of the Turkish Citizenship Law (Law No. 5901). Specific investment requirements were set by Presidential Decree No. 106.
Applications are processed by the General Directorate of Civil Registration and Citizenship Affairs, together with the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, the Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency (BDDK), and the Ministry of Industry and Technology. Investors must prove a clean criminal record and the legality of funds.
Investment options
- Real estate purchase — minimum $400,000, confirmed by an appraisal report, held for at least 3 years with a restriction on sale.
- Bank deposit — at least $500,000 in a Turkish bank for a minimum of 3 years.
- Government bonds or securities — at least $500,000, held for a minimum of 3 years.
- Job creation — a business creating at least 50 jobs for Turkish citizens, verified by the Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Services.
All applications undergo due diligence, financial verification and national security checks.
Benefits of Turkey citizenship by investment
Dual citizenship
Turkey officially allows multiple citizenships — you may retain your original nationality.
Visa-free travel
A Turkish passport allows visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to 110 countries, including Japan, South Korea, Singapore and most of Latin America.
Multiple investment options
Real estate, bank deposits, securities or a business investment — flexibility for investors with different priorities.
Business and tax benefits
Free trade zones, double-taxation treaties with more than 80 countries, and a corporate tax rate reduced to 20% in 2024.
How to obtain citizenship: step by step
Selection and legal consultation
Choose a qualifying investment option, verify eligibility, and retain a licensed lawyer for document submission.
Investment execution
Complete the investment and obtain official proof: title deed (Tapu), bank certificate, or ministry confirmation.
Residence permit application
Apply for a short-term residence permit, usually granted within 1–2 weeks — a formal step before the citizenship application.
Citizenship application
Submit passports, birth and marriage certificates, proof of investment, photographs, police clearance and medical insurance to the General Directorate of Civil Registration and Citizenship Affairs.
Due diligence and passport issuance
Authorities review the file over 60–120 days. Once approved, Turkish passports are issued within 1–2 weeks.
FAQ
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Is the program safe and legal?
110 visa-free countries with a Turkish passport
Visa-free / visa on arrival
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