Visa-free countries
Minimum investment
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Türkiye Citizenship by Investment may be suitable for internationally mobile individuals and families seeking citizenship through a real estate or other qualifying investment route, with no residence requirement, family inclusion, dual citizenship, and access to a strategically located market between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
The main applicant must generally:
All applications are subject to review and approval by the relevant Turkish authorities.
A spouse or legal partner may be included in the Türkiye Citizenship by Investment application, subject to meeting the relevant eligibility, documentation, and due diligence requirements.
Dependent children aged 0–17 may be included in the application, subject to the applicable program requirements.
To apply for the Türkiye Citizenship by Investment Program, applicants must select one qualifying investment route and meet all other program requirements. Applicants can select one of the following options.
Applicants may qualify through a real estate purchase starting from USD $400,000.
The investment must be maintained for the required holding period.
Applicants may qualify by depositing the Turkish lira equivalent of at least USD $500,000 in a Turkish bank.
Applicants may qualify by investing at least USD $500,000 in a real estate fund.
Applicants may qualify by making a capital investment of at least USD $500,000.
Applicants may qualify through a government bond investment of at least USD $500,000.
Applicants may qualify by creating jobs for 50 Turkish citizens.
The main applicant must be over 18 and meet the applicable due diligence requirements.
Applicants may need to provide documents including title deed of property, power of attorney, certified passport copies, birth certificates, marriage certificates, national ID cards, clean criminal record, and biometric photographs, depending on the case and investment route.
There is a minimum investment period of three years.
All investment amounts, document requirements, government fees, due diligence requirements, and timelines should be confirmed before proceeding, as program rules may change.
The Latitude Group is a global leader in Residence and Citizenship by Investment. Our IMC-certified professionals are specialists in cross jurisdictional citizenship and residence planning. Moreover, we have more collective invesment migration industry experience than any other international firm.
The Latitude Group is a global leader in Residence and Citizenship by Investment. Our IMC-certified professionals are specialists in cross jurisdictional citizenship and residence planning. Moreover, we have more collective invesment migration industry experience than any other international firm.
The process begins with Latitude’s initial due diligence and pre-clearance checks. This allows us to assess whether the client may be a suitable fit for the Türkiye Citizenship by Investment Program and for Latitude’s onboarding requirements.
Following successful screening, we provide a Client Agreement for review and signature.
Once the Client Agreement is signed and the retainer payment is received, the applicant provides the required documents and issues a Power of Attorney to the relevant Turkish legal representatives, where required.
This stage may also involve opening a bank account in Türkiye and preparing for the selected investment route.
The applicant completes the qualifying investment.
The applicant visits Türkiye to submit biometrics for the residence application, where required by the process.
The residence permit application is submitted to the Turkish government.
The relevant authorities conduct government due diligence checks and review the application.
Following review and approval, citizenship is granted.
Applicants may then submit passport applications.
Latitude continues to coordinate with the relevant parties throughout the process to support a clear and efficient application experience.
The Türkiye Citizenship by Investment Program allows eligible individuals and families to apply for Turkish citizenship through a qualifying investment in Türkiye.
The program launched in 2017 to stimulate foreign direct investment and the real estate market.
The minimum investment starts from USD $400,000 through the real estate investment route.
Other qualifying routes may require a higher investment amount, including bank deposit, real estate fund investment, capital investment, government bonds, or job creation.
Applicants may choose from several qualifying routes, including:
Each route has its own requirements, holding period, documentation, and suitability considerations.
The processing time is approximately four months from submission.
Timelines can vary depending on document readiness, investment completion, due diligence, residence permit processing, and government review.
The main applicant must generally be over 18, meet due diligence requirements, make a qualifying investment, and provide the required supporting documentation.
All applications are subject to review and approval by the relevant Turkish authorities.
Yes. A spouse or legal partner may be included in the application, subject to meeting the relevant eligibility, documentation, and due diligence requirements.
Yes. Dependent children aged 0–17 may be included in the Türkiye Citizenship by Investment application, subject to the applicable requirements.
The real estate route allows applicants to qualify through a property purchase starting from USD $400,000.
The real estate route is considered the most attractive and popular pathway for Türkiye Citizenship by Investment.
There is a minimum investment period of three years.
Applicants should obtain professional advice before selling, transferring, or restructuring any qualifying investment.
Applicants may qualify by depositing the Turkish lira equivalent of at least USD $500,000 in a Turkish bank, subject to the applicable program requirements.
Applicants may qualify through a government bond investment of at least USD $500,000, subject to the applicable program requirements.
No. There is no residence requirement.
Applicants may still need to complete certain procedural steps in Türkiye, including biometrics for the residence application.
Yes. Dual citizenship is permitted.
Applicants should also confirm whether dual citizenship is permitted under the laws of their current country or countries of citizenship.
The Turkish passport offers enhanced visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel access, including to Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore.
Travel access can change over time and should be confirmed before making travel plans.
Full citizenship is granted to the applicant and included family members and is passed on by descent.
Applicants should seek advice on the rules that may apply to their specific family circumstances.
Turkish citizens may be eligible for an E-2 Investor Visa in the United States after being domiciled in Türkiye for three years.
Türkiye citizenship does not guarantee approval for a US E-2 visa. The E-2 application is a separate process and is subject to US eligibility, investment, residence, and application requirements.
Required documents include title deed of property, power of attorney, certified passport copies, birth certificates, marriage certificates, national ID cards, clean criminal record, and biometric photographs.
The required documents may vary depending on the applicant’s circumstances and chosen investment route.
No. Citizenship is not guaranteed.
All applications are subject to eligibility, documentation, investment completion, due diligence, source of funds review, residence permit procedures, and final government approval.
Türkiye Citizenship by Investment may be suitable if you are seeking citizenship through a real estate or alternative investment route, no residence requirement, family inclusion, dual citizenship, and potential future access to the US E-2 Investor Visa route, subject to separate US requirements.
The right option depends on your nationality, family profile, budget, investment preferences, travel needs, source of funds, due diligence background, tax position, and long-term planning objectives. A private consultation can help determine whether Türkiye, or another citizenship route, may be the best fit.
The Latitude Group is a global leader in Residence and Citizenship by Investment. Our IMC-certified professionals are specialists in cross-jurisdictional citizenship and residence planning. We help clients compare Türkiye Citizenship by Investment with other global citizenship and residence options to determine which route may best support their mobility, family security, investment, lifestyle, and long-term planning objectives. Speak with a member of our team to explore whether Türkiye Citizenship by Investment is right for you and your family.
Enhanced visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel access 
4 months estimated application processing time 
USD $400,000 minimum investment