Turkey Citizenship by Investment
Turkey
The Republic of Turkey is a transcontinental country located in both Europe and Asia and given this
convenient geographical location, it is a natural and ideal bridge for travellers and investors.
Today, Turkey is one of the most respected countries worldwide given its economic structure and in
fact is also a member of the United Nations, NATO, the IMF, the World bank and the G-20.
Turkey also joined the EU Customs Union in 1995 and commenced accession negotiations with the
European Union. With its warm climate and geographical location, Turkey continues to be an
everlasting center of attention and is considered an attractive destination to obtain residency or
citizenship. Holding a Turkish passport grants various benefits including visa free travel to over
100 countries including Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan and others.
Investment Options
Real Estate Investment
The purchase of real estate property (commercial or
residential) in Turkey with a minimum value of USD
$250,000, which is to be kept for at least 3 years.
Bank Deposit
Deposit a minimum USD $500,000 in a bank operating in
Turkey which is to be kept for at least 3 years.
Fixed Capital Investment
Minimum fixed capital investment of USD $500,000
which should be attested by the Ministry of Industry and
Technology
Job Creation
The establishment of an enterprise which creates jobs for
at least 50 employees.
Government Bonds
The purchase of Turkish government bonds with a
minimum value of USD $500,000 which is to be kept for
at least 3 years.
Venture Capital Investment Fund
Minimum investment of USD $500,000 in a real estate
investment fund share or venture capital investment fund
share to be kept for at least 3 years.
Turkey, the transcontinental country, located right on the border of Europe and Asia, has started
its Citizenship by Investment Program, inviting all those individuals looking for migrating to
Turkey. Such individuals will have to invest either in the Real Estate of the country, or do a bank
deposit or invest in long term fixed investments or create jobs by establishing an organization or
invest in Government bonds or Venture Capital investment Funds to obtain Turkey’s citizenship.
Highlights
CAPITAL CITY
Ankara
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TOTAL AREA
783,562 km²
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POPULATION
7.98 crores
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LANGUAGES
Turkish, Kurmanji, Arabic and Zazaki
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CURRENCY
Turkish Lira (TRY)
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TIME ZONE
GMT +03:00
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VISA FREE COUNTRIES
110 countries, incl. HK, Singapore, Japan
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NEAREST COUNTRY
Syria
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Legal Basis
Since 2018, Turkish Government has been providing Citizenship by Investment to all those
investors who show interest in investing either in Real Estate of Turkey or in the
Banks. This has been designed to help the Turkish Government to create jobs and increase
the turnover of the country.
Since 2018, Turkish Government has been providing Citizenship by Investment to all those
investors who show interest in investing either in Real Estate of Turkey or in the Banks
by amending the Turkish Citizenship Law no 5901. This has been designed to help the
Turkish Government to create jobs and increase the turnover of the country.
Benefits
- Obtain dual citizenship in 6 months’ time
- No need to reside in Turkey at any point of time
- Investor gets to travel to 100 countries Visa free
- Extend the benefits of this program to your family members
- Access to world class health benefits and education
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Turkey is located between Asia and Europe. Hence has an easy access to both
continents.
- Turkey has a stable economic growth.
- Turkey is also famous for its culture and cuisine
Eligibility
- Should be above 18 years of age
- Should have no criminal record
- Should be of sound health
Process & Timeline