Turkey Citizenship via Real Estate Investment
Turkey citizenship by investment offers a real estate investment route that requires a minimum $400,000 investment in approved real estate. The holding period of the investment in at least 3 years.
Turkey Citizenship by Investment
A G20 economy passport through real estate, with a fast, appreciating-asset route.
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Explore Your Eligibility Before You Invest
Turkey citizenship by investment program was introduced in 2017 and starts with minimum investment of $400,000 in real estate investment and 3 years of holding period. Government bonds, investment funds and bank deposits require $500,000 and at least 50 employment opportunities to qualify for citizenship in Turkey.
Book a consultation with SA Global Citizenship to review your nationality and eligibility. Our advisors will help you to understand the costs and investment paths before making a long term commitment.
- Official Language
- Turkish
- Economic Position
- Strategic Trade Hub Between Europe and Asia
- EU Customs Union
- Preferential Trade in Covered Goods
Turkey at a glance
Turkey is a beautiful country that connects Europe and Asia. It provides opportunities for business, investments and property development. The country has a strategic geographical position with Black Sea, the Aegean Sea, and the Mediterranean Sea. Istanbul is the largest city in Europe, with huge economic and cultural hubs. Turkey citizenship by investment program offers global investors a chance to secure global mobility and a second home abroad. The minimum investment to qualify for Turkish citizenship starts at $400,000 through real estate investment. Turkey is the 12th largest economy in the world, with access to 112 destinations including Japan, Singapore, the USA and the Schengen Area.
Passport power
Türkiye citizens reach 112 destinations without a prior visa — ranked 51st of 199 passports worldwide.
Destinations without a prior visa
- Visa free
- 73
- On arrival
- 33
- eTA
- 6
- e-Visa
- 30
- Visa required
- 84
- Schengen
- USA
- UK
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Investment Routes for Turkey Citizenship by Investment
Turkey offers several investment routes for eligible investors exploring a second citizenship.
Turkey Citizenship via Job Creation
Investors can secure Turkish citizenship by creating 50 or more jobs in Turkey. It is important to meet the requirements of the Ministry of Labour and Social Security.
Turkey Citizenship via Real Estate Investment Fund Share
Investors can apply for Turkish citizenship with a minimum investment of $500,000 in approved real estate investment fund shares. The investors must retain the investment for at least 3 years and it must be verified by the Capital Markets Board of Turkey.
Turkey Citizenship via Investment in Government Bonds
This route requires a minimum investment of $500,000 in government bonds to become a Turkish citizen.
Turkey Citizenship via Bank Deposits
Turkey citizenship offers a bank deposit route that requires a minimum investment of $500,000 in government bonds to obtain Turkey nationality.
Turkey Citizenship via Venture Capital Investment
Turkish citizenship by investment is also available by investing at least $500,000 in qualifying venture capital investment fund shares.
Turkey Citizenship via Fixed Capital Investment
This route requires a contribution of $500,000 in fixed capital investment to become a Turkish citizen.
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Turkey Citizenship by Investment Benefits
The Turkish economy mainly depends on real estate, construction, tourism, steel, electronics, automobiles and textiles. There are many benefits that Turkish citizenship offers, including:
International Business Opportunities
Turkey is a strategic location that supports international trade and business options. It connects Europe, Asia and the Middle Eastern markets that makes it a preferable option for international investors.
Global Mobility
Turkish citizenship offers more travel flexibility for investors and offers visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 112 destinations, including Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong and Malaysia, with the applicable conditions.
Dual Citizenship
Turkey allows dual citizenship and it enables the investors to get a second citizenship without giving up their original nationality.
Citizenship for family members
Turkey citizenship by investment program allows the main applicant to include a spouse and children under 18. Certain dependent children with disabilities may also qualify under the applicable rules.
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Eligibility Requirements for Turkey Citizenship by Investment
To apply for Turkey citizenship by investment, the main applicant must:
- Be 18 years or older
- Have no criminal record
- Pass the due diligence checks
- Show a legitimate source of funds
- Be in good health, with no critical health issues
- Meet the minimum investment for the chosen route
Step by step
Application Process for Turkey Citizenship
The application process for Turkey citizenship by investment at SA Global Citizenship begins with an initial assessment of your due diligence, investment routes, citizenship approval and then finally passport issuance. The application process starts as follows:
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Our professionals at SA Global Citizenship review your nationality, family structure and source of funds, documents and then determine the due diligence requirements.
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Applicants then prepare their documents, including financial records, identification records, birth certificates, police clearance certificates and proof of funds. Our professionals help applicants at every step of the application process.
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After preparing the documents, our experts submit the Turkish citizenship application for you and your family. You have to pay your application fee and due diligence fee at this point
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After the application is approved by the government, applicants successfully meet the investment requirements. Applicants then receive approval of Turkish citizenship.
FAQ’s
Foreign investors can apply for Turkish citizenship through approved investment paths, including $400,000 in approved real estate, $500,000 in qualifying financial investments or creating at least 50 jobs. Applicants must complete investment verification, documentation and the applicable government approval procedures.
Yes. Eligible US citizens can apply for Turkish citizenship through the approved investment routes. Turkey permits dual nationality and US citizenship is not automatically lost by acquiring Turkish citizenship. US applicants should also review their tax reporting and other legal obligations before investing.
Turkish passport holders can enjoy visa free travel to 112 destinations, including Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia, subject to current entry rules.
Yes. Eligible investors can include their spouse and children under 18 in the citizenship process. Certain dependent children with disabilities may also qualify, subject to the applicable legal and documentation requirements.
Why SA Global
SA Global Citizenship is a team of immigration advisors with over 20 years of experience, serving clients from South Asia, the Middle East, Europe, the Caribbean and the USA.
- Personal guidance. One advisor matches the route to your family and budget, and tells you if another programme fits better.
- Full application support. Forms, notarisation, legalisation and every government query, handled for you.
- Transparent payments. Government and due diligence fees go directly to official accounts at set milestones. We never hold client investment funds.
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How to Get Turkey Citizenship
Here is what you do next and what we do for you. Most clients go from first call to submitted application in two to four weeks.
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Book a consultation
At our Dubai, Lahore or Karachi office, or online. Bring a list of the family members you want to include.
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Get your eligibility result
A written route recommendation with an itemised cost, before any government fee is paid.
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We prepare your file
Your dedicated legal expert completes the forms and guides you through the documents only you can obtain.
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We submit for you
Your application goes to the government and we manage it through to approval and payment.
Ready to start your Turkey application?
Book a strategic consultation and get a clear, obligation-free plan for your family’s mobility.