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Turkey
Secure second citizenship in Turkey with expert-led guidance
Starts at $400,000
110 Countries Visa Free
8-12 Months Processing Time
Turkey | Starts at $400,000 | 110 COUNTRIES Visa Free
Essential Information
Country: Turkey
Capital: Ankara
Population: 86M
Language: Turkish, English
Timezone: GMT+12
Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY)
VISA Free Access: 110
Program Started: 2017
Program Overview
Unlock full Turkish citizenship in under a year through one of the most flexible investment routes on the market.
With visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 110 countries, Turkey offers a high-impact passport and a strategic location bridging Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
Whether for lifestyle, business, or future U.S. relocation via the E-2 Visa route, the Turkish program is fast, efficient, and built on a stable legal framework.
No residency, no language test — just direct access to second citizenship.
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Investment & Pricing Options
Investors can choose from multiple government-backed paths, the most popular being real estate:
$400,000 property purchase (held for 3 years, Can be multiple properties)
$500,000 options include:
- Bank deposit
- Government bonds
- Real estate funds
- Capital investment
- Pension fund
- Job creation (50+ employees)
All investments must be made in Turkish Lira equivalent.
Use our Quote Calculator to compare Turkey vs other CBI programs — view all-inclusive quotes and find the best-value route for your family in seconds.
Eligibility & Dependents
To apply, you must be 18+, provide a clean criminal record, and show legal source of funds. No language test, education, or management experience is required.
You can include:
Your spouse
Dependent children
Parents (in certain cases)
Zero-stay rules apply — no need to live in Turkey. Investments must be held for at least three years. Turkey allows dual citizenship, and successful applicants may later qualify for the U.S. E-2 Investor Visa after 3 years of Turkish residency.
Application Timeline & Process
Turkey’s process is fast and efficient. From initial investment to passport in hand, most clients complete the journey in 6–8 months.
Select and complete investment
Submit full application
Biometric appointment in Turkey (1–2 days)
Receive approval and passports
No interim residency stage.
Our legal team handles end-to-end logistics, including tax registration, bank accounts, real estate guidance, and notarised translations — all without unnecessary delays or red tape.
Why choose Turkey?
Turkey offers a rare mix of speed, flexibility, and global opportunity. It’s ideal for investors looking to diversify, relocate, or gain a foothold in both European and U.S. markets.
Tax benefits for non-residents include:
0% tax on worldwide income
No CFC laws or wealth tax
80+ double-tax treaties
Modest property and municipal taxes
Free From Borders works closely with Turkish legal and tax experts to ensure your assets are protected — both at home and abroad.
What Are the Procedures and Timeline for the Turkish Citizenship by Investment Program?
Onboarding → due diligence → bank account setup → qualifying investment → residence permit filing → biometrics trip → citizenship approval in 8–12 months → passport issuance.
Can I obtain citizenship in Turkey while retaining my current passport?
Yes. Turkey permits dual citizenship; you keep your original passport with no need to renounce, and there is no residency requirement to maintain Turkish citizenship.
However, keep in mind that not all countries permit dual citizenship, and your country of current citizenship may not allow you to acquire citizenship elsewhere. If your country does not allow it, the only way to hold multiple passports would be to renounce your existing citizenship.
Legal Basis for Turkish Citizenship by Investment:
The programme is governed by Article 20 of the Turkish Citizenship Law No. 5901 and the Regulation on the Implementation of Turkish Citizenship Law (amended January 2017).
Which countries can i travel to Visa Free, Visa on Arrival or ETA?
At present, the Turkish passport offers visa-free, visa-on-arrival, or ETA access to the countries listed below. Please note that these are subject to frequent changes and may be updated periodically.
Albania, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belize, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei, Chile, Colombia, Comoros, Costa Rica, Dominica, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eswatini, Fiji, Gambia, Georgia, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Iran, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Macao, Malaysia, Maldives, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Micronesia, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Nicaragua, North Macedonia, Palau, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Qatar, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Serbia, Singapore, Somalia, South Africa, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Sudan, Syria, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Tuvalu, Ukraine, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Zambia.
We advise consulting with your Free From Borders advisor for the most up-to-date information at the time of your application. We are not responsible for any changes to the above that occur during or after your application is completed, as these changes are beyond our control and at the discretion of foreign governments' border policies.
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