Middle East · Citizenship
Turkey Citizenship
A G20 economy bridging Europe and Asia — fast-track citizenship in 8 months.
Turkey's Citizenship by Investment program, launched in 2017, is among the world's most active CBI routes. Investors gain full Turkish citizenship — and a strategically positioned passport — through real estate, capital deposit, business, or fund subscription.
Investment Options
Qualifying routes
Benefits
Why this program
- Visa-free or visa-on-arrival to 120+ destinations
- Eligibility for the U.S. E-2 Investor Visa treaty
- Full citizenship — passable to descendants
- No physical residency, language, or interview requirement
- Dual citizenship permitted
- Strategic gateway between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
Eligibility
Requirements
- ·Minimum age 18
- ·Clean criminal record
- ·Verifiable lawful source of funds
- ·Valid health insurance in Turkey
Documents
What we need
- ·Valid passport copies
- ·Birth & marriage certificates
- ·Police clearance from country of residence
- ·Source of funds documentation
- ·Biometric photographs
- ·Health insurance policy
- ·Turkish tax number
Process
Step by step
- 1
Engagement
Sign retainer with Roots Citizenship and Turkish counsel.
- 2
Tax Number & Account
Obtain Turkish tax ID and open a local bank account.
- 3
Investment
Property purchased or qualifying capital deployed and certified.
- 4
Residence Permit
Short-term investor residence permit issued.
- 5
Citizenship Application
Filed with the Directorate General of Population and Citizenship Affairs.
- 6
Approval & Passport
Citizenship decree granted, ID and passport issued.
FAQ
Frequently asked
Do I need to live in Turkey?+
No. There is no physical residency requirement before or after citizenship is granted.
Can I sell the property later?+
Yes — qualifying real estate must be held for 3 years, after which it can be resold.
Is dual citizenship allowed?+
Yes. Turkey permits dual or multiple citizenship without restriction.
Can I apply for the U.S. E-2 visa?+
Yes — Turkish citizens are eligible to apply for the U.S. E-2 Investor Visa treaty.
Are family members included?+
Yes — spouse and children under 18 are included in the same application.
Total cost
All-in investment breakdown
Transparent estimates of every line item — government contribution, due diligence, statutory fees, and professional advisory.
Family figures depend on dependants, ages and your jurisdiction. We quote you privately, in writing, on the strategy call.
Indicative figures based on current government schedules. Final cost confirmed in a personalised proposal.
Investor profile
Who this program is for
Turkey's citizenship programme suits a specific class of internationally mobile clients. We help you assess fit before any commitment.
Request a private consultation- Investors seeking fast-track citizenship in a G20 economy
- Families wanting a strategic European-Asian base
- Entrepreneurs targeting the U.S. E-2 visa pathway
- Holders of restrictive passports seeking expanded mobility
- Real estate investors capitalising on Turkey's growth markets
About the country
Turkey at a glance
Why Roots Citizenship
A law-firm-backed authorised promoter
Every Turkey file is built, reviewed, and submitted through licensed channels — never DIY, never outsourced.
Government-licensed
Authorised promoter — files routed through licensed agents only.
Pre-screened files
In-house due diligence eliminates rejection risk before submission.
Law-firm backed
Senior counsel oversight on every engagement, end-to-end.
Discrete & private
Confidentiality protocols protect clients at every stage.
Private briefing
The complete Turkey Citizenship guide
Investment routes, cost breakdown, eligibility, timeline, and post-citizenship tax planning — delivered in a confidential PDF.
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