CitizenshipTurkey
Citizenship through real estate in a dynamic transcontinental economy.
Turkey grants citizenship to investors who purchase qualifying real estate and hold it for a set period, among other routes. It is popular for combining a tangible asset with a path to a second passport, and citizens can apply for the US E-2 visa.
- Residence requirement: None
- Holding period: 3 years
Program law
Granted under Turkish Citizenship Law No. 5901 and its implementing regulation (as amended in 2018), which allows qualifying investors to naturalise by acquiring real estate or making another approved investment.
Key benefits
Own a tangible asset
Qualify by purchasing real estate you own and can resell after the holding period.
US E-2 visa eligibility
Turkish citizens may apply for the United States E-2 Treaty Investor visa.
Family included
Your spouse and children under 18 are included in the application.
Fast, no residency
Citizenship in months with no residence requirement before or after approval.
Visa-free destinations
Visa-free, visa-on-arrival or eVisa access. Contact us for the full, up-to-date destination list. Compare
Fees & costs
Investment options
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Real estate (freehold title deed) — held for 3 years | USD 400,000 |
| Capital transfer / bank deposit / government bonds / fund — held for 3 years | USD 500,000 |
Government fees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Government fee — adult applicant | USD 1,000 |
| Government fee — minor applicant | USD 1,000 |
Process & timeline
Engagement, document collection and selection of a qualifying property.
Title deed transfer, residence permit and citizenship application; a short interview may apply.
Citizenship certificate and Turkish passport issued.
Eligibility
- Main applicant aged 18+
- Clean criminal record
- Legally sourced funds
- Qualifying investment held for 3 years
Required documents
All applicants
- Valid passports
- Birth certificates (MOFA attested)
- Police records for 16+
- Biometric photographs
- Turkish health insurance
Main applicant
- Proof of funds
- Title deed / investment evidence
Married couples
- Marriage certificate (attested & translated)
Frequently asked questions
Do I keep the property?
Yes — after the minimum holding period you may sell it; you retain your citizenship.
Information last verified: 2026-10-29 · Official programme data
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