turkey
Minimum investment
$400,000
processing time
3-4 Months
key residency benefit
Fast Relocation to the U.S.
Benefits of Citizenship by Investment in Turkey
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Visa-free travel to over 110 countries
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No minimum stay requirements
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A cost-effective route to Turkish citizenship
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A fast process averaging about 3-4 months
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Pathway to the U.S. E2 Investment Visa
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Family members are eligible for citizenship
discover Turkey
Turkey is a transcontinental nation that bridges Asia and Europe. It is often considered an Asian country due to 97% of its territory in Asia.
Turkey boasts beautiful landscapes and intriguing natural wonders, such as Cappadocia. The country is also known for its vibrant culture and rich history, which has helped establish Turkey as one of the world's major tourist destinations.
The country is home to 19 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Göbekli Tepe. At around 11,500 years old, the site is thought to be the location of one of the oldest known civilizations.
About Turkey
The Turkey Citizenship by Investment Program was launched by the government in 2017 to stimulate economic growth through foreign investment.
The program offers various investment options and routes to securing Turkish citizenship. These include real estate investments and economic contributions, with the minimum investment starting at $400,000.
As Turkish citizens, investors benefit from access to the Asian and European markets due to the geographic location of Turkey. Successful applicants will also receive a Turkish passport, granting visa-free travel to over 110 countries.
Additionally, investors have the option to apply for the E-2 Investor Visa, allowing them to relocate to the U.S.
How to obtain citizenship by investment in Turkey
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Invest a minimum amount of $400,000 in Turkish real estate. The investment can be in a single property or multiple properties.
Property investments can include residential housing, commercial property and plots of land. All can be sold after three years. However, it can not be used in future Turkey Citizenship by Investment applications.
Related taxes and fees apply at a fixed rate, regardless of how many people are included in the citizenship application. Government fees also apply at $574 for each family member.
Bank deposit
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Deposit at least $500,000 in a Turkish bank account. Those who choose this investment route can withdraw funds from the account after three years.
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Invest at least $500,000 into a real estate investment fund or venture capital investment fund shares. Alternatively, purchase government bonds worth at least $500,000. With both options, the investment must be held for a minimum of three years.
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Invest $500,000 into a Turkish company. Alternatively, start a company that will create at least 50 jobs. After three years, the investor can sell their share of the business.
Frequently asked questions
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To be eligible for the program and qualify for Turkish citizenship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Be 18 years of age
Have a clean criminal record
Must never have overstayed illegally in Turkey
Have adequate health insurance in place
Must not be from a black-listed country
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Those who select the real estate option can choose to sell the property after three years. The deposit must remain in a Turkish bank for at least three years for bank transfers. Money invested in funds or government bonds must also be maintained for at least three years. If applicants take the business investment route, shares in the company can be sold after three years.
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The Turkey Citizenship by Investment Program does not have any minimum stay requirements. This means investors can travel to and from Turkey without restrictions while maintaining their residence permits.
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Family members can be included in the application. Those eligible include:
Spouse
Children under the age of 18
For parents of the principal applicant and children over the age of 18, it is possible to get a residence permit for a fee of $5,000 per person.