Turkish citizenship by investment — handled by our expert licensed lawyers.
The Turkish Citizenship by Investment programme is established by the Turkish government. Our expert lawyers guide you through every step of the process. Contact our lawyers for full details of the Turkish Citizenship by Investment programme.
or email us: ask@nli.globalNLI Global is an independent law firm in Istanbul, not a government office. Only the Turkish government can grant citizenship. We prepare your application, file it, and represent you.
Application methods for Turkish citizenship — Investor Program
The Turkish Citizenship by Investment programme is a statutory route established by the Turkish government. Through a qualifying investment, foreign investors may apply for Turkish citizenship — with the right to live, work, run a business, and access education and healthcare in Turkey for the whole family. The most common method is the purchase of real estate worth at least $400,000, which can be let for rental income and resold after three years. Financial and business routes are also available. Our lawyers confirm which route fits your situation and file your application before the authorities.
- Residential or commercial property worth at least $400,000
- May be let for rental income, or resold after the 3-year holding period
- Several properties can be combined to meet the minimum threshold
- We verify the title deed, ownership history, and eligibility before purchase
- $500,000 deposit held in a Turkish bank for at least 3 years (BDDK-regulated)
- Or $500,000 in Turkish government bonds, held for 3 years
- Or $500,000 in a Capital Markets Board–regulated real estate investment fund, held for 3 years
- Establish a business employing at least 50 Turkish nationals
- Confirmed by the Ministry of Labour and Social Security
- Typically pursued by established businesses with an existing Turkish workforce
Benefits of the Turkish Citizenship Program
Discover a world of opportunity through Turkey's government-backed citizenship by investment pathway.
Flexible Property Investment
Qualify with one property or several combined to reach the $400,000 minimum. We verify the title and eligibility of each before purchase.
Investment That Holds Value
The property may be let for rental income and resold after the three-year holding period.
Dual Citizenship
Turkey permits dual citizenship. You keep your current passport — no renunciation is required.
No Residency Obligation
Citizenship is granted with no requirement to live in Turkey before or after the government's decision.
Family Included
Your spouse, children under 18, and dependent children with disabilities of any age are covered by the same application.
Global Mobility
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 110+ countries, including Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Qatar.
US E-2 Investor Visa Pathway
As an E-2 treaty country, Turkish citizenship can open eligibility for the US E-2 investor visa — a separate application under US law.
Lifetime & Hereditary
Turkish citizenship is permanent and passes to your future generations.
Full Civil Rights
Live, work, and own property anywhere in Turkey with the same rights as any citizen.
Banking, Health & Education
Full access to Turkish banks, public healthcare, and public education on the same terms as any citizen.
Established Government Programme
A statutory programme run by the Turkish government since 2017 — not a private scheme.
Handled by Licensed Lawyers
Most applications reach a government decision within 6–8 months, prepared and filed by our lawyers end to end.
Find out which route fits your family.
Tell us about your situation. A lawyer from our Istanbul team will review it and reply within one business day.
- Eligibility check for you, your spouse and your children
- The right route — property, deposit, bonds or fund — and how to structure it
- Clear costs — legal fees, government fees and taxes, set out in writing
- No obligation — your details stay confidential
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The process, step by step.
Six steps, from your first call to the government's decision. We take care of every document and every appointment for you.
Check If You Qualify
We look at your situation — your country, your family, and which route fits you best. No commitment at this point.
Choose Your Route
We help you pick the right route and set up the investment correctly, and confirm everything with the authorities before you commit.
Legal Checks
We check the investment carefully — the title deed, past owners, any debts on it, and that it qualifies. Nothing is bought until these checks pass.
Sign & File
We prepare and sign the contracts, handle the property transfer and bank steps, and file your citizenship application with the government.
Government Review
The Ministry of Interior reviews your application. We follow the progress and stay in contact with the authorities. The government decides how long this takes.
Citizenship Granted
When approved, the government grants citizenship by Presidential Decree. The authorities then issue Turkish passports for you and your family.
Common questions.
Have a question? Talk to our legal team directly.
How much do I need to invest?+
It depends on the route. Real estate starts at $400,000, kept for three years. Bank deposits, government bonds, and real estate funds each start at $500,000, also kept for three years. The job creation route needs at least 50 full-time Turkish employees.
How long does it take?+
Usually 6 to 8 months from start to finish. This includes the investment, the residence permit, preparing the application, and the government's review and decision. The Ministry of Interior decides how long the review takes, so times can vary.
Do I have to give up my current citizenship?+
No. Turkey allows dual citizenship, so you can keep your current passport. Some countries do not allow this, so please check your own country's rules. We can help you with this at the start.
Is my family included?+
Yes. Your husband or wife and children under 18 are included in the same application, with no extra investment. They get the same rights as you. Children over 18 need to apply separately.
Do I need to be in Turkey during the process?+
In most cases, no. With a signed power of attorney, we can represent you at government offices, the land registry, and notaries, and handle all the paperwork for you. You can come for certain steps if you wish, but it is not required.
Your citizenship application starts here.
Our lawyers in Istanbul do the legal work for you. Send us a message and our team will reply within one business day.
or email us: ask@nli.global