Turkish Citizenship
TURKISH CITIZENSHIP AND HOW TO APPLY
Turkiye is not only a popular tourist destination, but also a potential new home to many foreigners with its strategic location and is a focal point right at the centre of the world and also on the crossroads between Europe and Asia. It is the cradle of many different civilisations, offering a dynamic culture with many economic opportunities as well as a great lifestyle.
Turkish citizenship by investment suits investors who plan to settle in Turkiye long term, apply for the US E-2 investor visa, or secure a reliable safe haven outside their home country. Turkish citizenship can also support property purchases through access to preferential mortgage rates. Some applicants want visa-free travel to more than 110 countries, including Japan, Singapore and Hong Kong; others simply want a second citizenship for the household, since a spouse and children under 18 are included. There is no language exam and no minimum period of residence, although you do need to be in Turkiye for biometrics.
There are 5 different options of Turkiye Citizenship by Investment Program, however, the most popular option is a $400,000 USD real estate purchase held for 3 years.
The process is usually completed between 1-2 years.
Purchased Turkish real estate can be a profitable investment. As of November 2025, the prices for property in Turkiye have increased by 31.4%, compared to November of 2024. Source: CBRT RPPI Monthly Developments — November 2025.
The Turkish housing market is quite dynamic, with properties often being
sold within a few months, indicating a relatively high rate of liquidity in
this sector.
The demand for housing amid Turkiye's economic difficulties is largely
supported by foreigners. The devaluation of the Turkish lira plays into their
hands: there are many properties on the market at attractive prices.
Who can obtain Turkiye citizenship by investment;
Investors and their family
members can obtain Turkish citizenship by investment if the main applicant
meets the program’s eligibility criteria.
Investor;
The Turkish nationality requirements for the main applicant are to:
- be
older than 18;
- have
no criminal records;
- comply
with Turkish immigration laws;
- have
no serious illnesses;
- prove
legal income.
Citizens of Armenia, Cuba, Nigeria, North Korea, and Cyprus cannot
participate in the program.
Documents required for a Turkish citizenship application;
To apply for Turkish citizenship by investment, investors must prepare a set of official documents for themselves and their family members.
Here's a simplified checklist of the required paperwork:
1. Power of attorney — 3 copies, with biometric photos.
2. Birth certificate.
3. Marriage certificate or certificate of marital status.
4. Visa or entry stamp photo.
5. Biometric photos — 10 pcs per person.
6. Bank statement — proof of investment.
7. Parental consent, if applicable.
8. Criminal record certificate, valid for 6 months.
Documents require notarisation, apostille, and certified translation into Turkish.
Turkiye’s citizenship by investment program is
structured in several stages, each requiring careful preparation and compliance
with specific legal requirements. We will appoint an expert lawyer to handle your citizenship application process.
Below is a guideline of what to expect from meeting the investment
criteria to finally obtaining a Turkish passport.
* Registration and approval of the application.
* Sending the file to the competent General
Directorate to study the file
* Preliminary
audit of the file
* The extended
auditing stage, archiving, and transferring the file to the competent
authorities for evaluation
* Filing the
application within the list of citizenship to be approved by the Council of
Ministers
* The stage of
making a decision regarding the file
* Reporting the
result through the authority through which the file has been applied
The complete process takes between 1-2 years
.