Transcontinental Citizenship

    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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    Key Benefits

    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 Routes

    Investment Options

    Real Estate Investment

    From $400,000

    Purchase qualifying real estate held for a minimum of 3 years. The most popular route, particularly for Istanbul and coastal markets.

    Capital Deposit

    From $500,000

    Fixed deposit in a Turkish bank held for a minimum of 3 years, in USD or equivalent foreign currency.

    Government Bonds / Fund Subscription

    From $500,000

    Investment in government bonds or a qualifying real estate investment fund, held for a minimum of 3 years.

    The Process

    From Application to Citizenship

    01

    Strategic Consultation

    Assessment of your objectives, family composition, and the investment route best suited to your portfolio.

    02

    Investment & Valuation

    Property selection and SPK-licensed valuation, or completion of the qualifying capital investment.

    03

    Residency & Citizenship Filing

    Short-term residency permit issued, followed by the citizenship application supported by full due-diligence documentation.

    04

    Passport Issuance

    Citizenship granted by Presidential decree; Turkish passports issued for the main applicant and all approved family members.

    Requirements

    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

    FAQ

    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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