Investment routes
- Real estate: USD 400,000, held for three years
- Bank deposits, government bonds or funds: from USD 500,000
The process
- Shortlist properties
- Complete the purchase and obtain the valuation and certificate of eligibility
- Obtain a residence permit and file the citizenship application
- Receive citizenship and passports on approval
Advantages
- No need to relocate
- Live in the property or let it
- Sell after three years with citizenship unaffected
- Your spouse and children under 18 become citizens with you
Dual nationality
Turkey recognises dual nationality, but check whether your current country of nationality allows it.
Turkey citizenship at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Real estate | USD 400,000, held for three years |
| Other routes | From USD 500,000 |
| Stay requirement | No need to relocate |
| Family | Spouse and children under 18 |
Turkey citizenship application process and timing
- Assessment and property search (2–4 weeks): We shortlist properties by budget and use.
- Purchase and valuation (1–2 months): Complete the purchase and obtain the certificate of eligibility.
- Residence and citizenship application (Several months): Obtain a residence permit and submit the citizenship application.
- Passport (After approval): Receive citizenship and passports on approval.
Main Turkey citizenship requirements
- Real estate worth at least USD 400,000, held for three years
- Or from USD 500,000 in bank deposits, government bonds or funds
- A valuation of the property and a certificate of eligibility
- No criminal record
Key benefits of Turkey citizenship
- Citizenship and passports for the whole family
- No need to relocate
- Live in the property or let it
- Relatively fast processing
More questions about Turkey citizenship
Can I sell the property after three years? Yes. Once the three-year holding period ends you can sell the property, and your citizenship is unaffected.
Do I need to live in Turkey? No. There is no residence requirement, either when applying or after becoming a citizen.
Next step
Every family’s background, funds and timeline are different. Global Immigrate’s professional consultants can assess, free of charge, whether this programme suits you and compare other options. You can also request the full programme brochure on the programme page.
Learn more: Turkey Citizenship by Investment