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Türkiye

Turkey Citizenship by Investment offers visa-free access to 137 countries, with no minimum residency.

Source : With authorization from RIF Trust

137

visa-free countries

$400,000

minimum requirement

4-6

months processing time

Türkiye is a popular destination for leisure and business. Moreover, there is no minimum residency. They process applications in as little as 4 months.

This is why Turkish Citizenship by Investment appeals. It offers you the opportunity to travel visa-free to 137countries.

Additionally, this means you explore new horizons and expand your global opportunities. Step on a fast track to international mobility.

Benefits of Turkish Citizenship by Investment

Benefit from a Short Application Process

Receive your Turkish passport in 4 to 6 months.

Gain Global Mobility

Turkish citizens enjoy visa-free access to 137 countries worldwide, from the Americas to Europe and Asia. Therefore, you can cross the bridge between the East and West.

Include Your Family

Add children under the age of 18 as dependents to your application, along with your spouse.

Take Advantage of No Minimum Stay

There are no minimum physical stay requirements in order to process your Türkiye citizenship application.

Who Can Get Türkiye Citizenship

Investor

Be over 18 years old.

Furthermore, prove the legality of your investment

Additionally, have a clean criminal record and produce a Police Clearance Certificate from your country of citizenship

Moreover, you should have no serious illnesses

Spouse

Firstly, they must be over 18 years old

Secondly, they should have no criminal record and present a Police Clearance Certificate from their country of citizenship

Lastly, a clean bill of health is also necessary

Children

Up to the age of 18

Turkish Citizenship by Investment Programme Requirements

To qualify for the UAE Residency-by-Investment Programme, you must fulfil ONE of the following investment options AND meet other requirements:

OPTION 1. Purchase Turkish Property

The first Citizenship by Investment option requires you to invest a minimum $400,000 real estate purchase in Türkiye. Moreover, you pay 1-8% VAT on a new property, while there is no VAT for resale.

Stamp duty is 4%, divided between you, the buyer, and the seller (although in the resale market, you will bear the cost of the entire 4%). Additionally, you pay 2% of the 4% real estate commission, while the seller covers the remaining 2%.

Furthermore, there is no Turkish government contribution amount. Additionally, you won’t need to worry about due diligence fees or administrative fees, except for minor negligible charges.

OPTION 2. Make a Bank Deposit in Türkiye

Deposit in a Turkish bank account at least $500,000 or other foreign currency’s worth of Turkish lira.

OPTION 3. Invest in a Turkish Real Estate or Venture Capital Investment Fund

The Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye Investment Option sets out the conditions. These are by “buying real estate investment fund shares or venture capital investment fund shares worth a minimum of USD 500,000 or equivalent foreign currency with the condition that they are not sold for at least three years, as attested by the Capital Markets Board of Türkiye”.

OPTION 4. Make a Turkish Fixed Capital Investment

Your fixed capital investment needs to be at least $500,000 for this “Turkey Citizenship-by-Investment Program” option.

OPTION 5. Buy Government Bonds in Türkiye

Your investment needs to be at least $500,000 for this “Turkish Citizenship-by-Investment Program” option.

OPTION 6. Create Jobs For Turkish Citizens With a New Business

Another way of qualifying for Türkiye Citizenship by Investment is by starting a new company. Create jobs for at least 50 people to satisfy Ministry of Labor and Social Security quotas.

Other Turkish Citizenship Requirements and Benefits

To be eligible for the Türkiye Citizenship by Investment Programme, first, you must hold onto your investment for at least 3 years. Additionally, you don’t have to live in Türkiye to qualify for citizenship there.

Turkish Citizenship by Investment Application Process

Months 1

Turkish citizenship onboarding process

We commence our Turkish Citizenship by Investment application process with Form 1, the initial RIF Trust due diligence. Subsequently, following this screening, we provide you with a Client Agreement (CA). You must review and sign this.

Upon completing the CA, you issue a Power of Attorney to our Turkish lawyers. Consequently, they open a bank account, purchase property, and proceed with the Turkish citizenship application. In the next steps, the lawyers will request a government conformity letter. Then, they will apply for short-term residence permits.

Months 2-4

Application review and submission of Turkish Citizenship by Investment

Before submitting your documents, we review your application. This ensures your file complies with the Investment Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye's requirements.

Additionally, the Investment Office undertakes its own due diligence and reviews all the paperwork. Throughout this process, we will continue to work closely with them.

MONTHS 4-6

Turkish Citizenship issued

The Investment Office will assess your application. Upon approval, make all necessary contributions. This includes paying any applicable government fees. These contributions and payments, in turn, complete your Türkiye Citizenship by Investment application.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Türkiye accept dual citizenship?

Citizens of Türkiye can have dual citizenship. However, you will need to check whether your country of origin allows dual citizenship with Türkiye.

What can I expect from Türkiye citizenship?

With citizenship in Türkiye, benefit from the delightful temperatures, stunning landmarks, and a friendly culture. In addition, as a Türkiye Passport holder, travel visa-free to 137 countries around the world, including Hong Kong, and qualify to apply for a US E-2 Investor Visa. This allows you to enter the United States and work there.

Moreover, many investors opt for the Türkiye citizenship route as a result of its family inclusivity. This, also, affords your family members the same fantastic benefits that you would receive, including free healthcare and education.

How long does the Turkish citizenship process take?

Expect to receive your citizenship in 4 to 6 months. Once you have this, you can apply for a Turkish passport.

Who can apply for the Türkiye Citizenship by Investment Programme?

To be eligible for Türkiye citizenship, there are key requirements you must meet. Firstly, you must be over the age of 18. Secondly, you should have a clean criminal record. Thirdly, you must maintain excellent health.