Turkey Citizenship by Investment Program
Turkey's Citizenship by Investment program offers fast-track second citizenship through real estate or capital investment, providing a strategic base between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East with a passport that includes E-2 treaty access to the United States.
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Why Turkey
110+ Countries
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 110+ destinations including Japan, Singapore, South Korea, and Hong Kong.
E-2 Treaty Access
Turkish citizens are eligible to apply for the U.S. E-2 investor visa, enabling residence in the United States through a qualifying U.S. business.
Family Inclusion
Include spouse and dependent children under 18 in a single application, with no requirement to renounce existing citizenship.
3–6 Month Processing
One of the fastest CBI programs globally, with passports typically issued within 3 to 6 months.
Investment Options
Real Estate Investment
From $400,000Purchase qualifying real estate held for a minimum of 3 years. The most popular route, particularly for Istanbul and coastal markets.
Capital Deposit
From $500,000Fixed deposit in a Turkish bank held for a minimum of 3 years, in USD or equivalent foreign currency.
Government Bonds / Fund Subscription
From $500,000Investment in government bonds or a qualifying real estate investment fund, held for a minimum of 3 years.
From Application to Citizenship
Strategic Consultation
Assessment of your objectives, family composition, and the investment route best suited to your portfolio.
Investment & Valuation
Property selection and SPK-licensed valuation, or completion of the qualifying capital investment.
Residency & Citizenship Filing
Short-term residency permit issued, followed by the citizenship application supported by full due-diligence documentation.
Passport Issuance
Citizenship granted by Presidential decree; Turkish passports issued for the main applicant and all approved family members.
Eligibility
Main applicant must be at least 18 years of age
Clean criminal record and successful background check
Documented legal source of investment funds
Hold qualifying investment for a minimum of 3 years
Dual citizenship permitted — no need to renounce existing nationality
No prior residency requirement before application
Turkey Citizenship by Investment — Common Questions
Turkey is among the fastest citizenship by investment programs, with passports typically issued within 3 to 6 months from a complete application.
The minimum investment starts at $400,000 for the real estate route, $500,000 for a bank deposit, government bonds, or a qualifying investment fund subscription, each held for 3 years.
Yes. Turkey permits dual citizenship, so applicants are not required to renounce their existing nationality.
Yes. Turkey holds an E-2 treaty with the United States, enabling Turkish citizens to apply for the E-2 investor visa through a qualifying U.S. business investment.
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