TURKISH CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT

Program Benefits

The Turkish Investor Program ofers a quick and straight forward route to acquire a second passport.

Strategic Geographic Location of Turkey

Perfectly situated surrounding Middle East, Central Asia, Mediterranean, Central Europe and Balkan cultural hub. Afordable investment options of just $ 400.000 for the whole family

Fast tracked citizenship

Passport granted in 60 days

Visa-free travel

121 countries worldwide including Singapore, Japan, Qatar and South Korea. Shortest route to UK as a Turkish citizen, relocate to the UK and establish your business as a Turkish business person.

• Entire family is eligible including spouses, children under 18 years old and disabled children of any age.

• No Residency Requirements

Prior to or after citizenship has been granted, the whole process can be obtained remotely.

• No Wealth Declaration Required

Foreign assets and income don't have to be declared

High Standard of Living

Free medical services, education & university reimbursement plans and pension programs.

Democratic & Safe Environment

Over 700,000 expats & 60,000 international companies is proof of business opportunities.

• Dual Citizenship

Turkey allows for dual citizenship.

Potential Return on Investment

Rental income from acquired property / Interest income from government shares.

• Life Time Validity

Property acquired through investor program will be transferable to descendants

How To Get Turkish Citizenship

Turkey is a wonderful country and today we will explore how to get Turkish Citizenship. Turkey is one of the best countries to live in thanks to its beautiful weather, warm people, magnificent seas and beaches. Due to its location, travelling to and from Turkey is quite easy with so many options including highways, seaways, railways, and airways. It is quite close to European countries and you can travel to anywhere you want from Turkey.

Who Can Get a Turkish Citizenship?

According to 5901 numbered Turkish Citizenship Law’s 11^th article, 

Those who are;

• Adults with the ability to distinguish,
• Lived in Turkey for 5 years continuously,
• Able to show their decision to reside in Turkey by; owning a real estate, opening a business, investing, transferring their business to Turkey, working in Turkey with a permit, marrying with a Turkish citizen, applying as a family, being related to other Turkish citizens and getting a Turkish education,
• That don’t have a disease to harm the public safety,
• Showing to be responsible, morally decent, trustworthy, and not having unacceptable behaviors,
• Able to speak moderate Turkish,
• Have an income to be able to provide for their family and themselves,
• Not a national safety and public hazard,

can apply.

How to Get Turkish Citizenship

1- By Lineage: Same as anywhere else in the world, if you are a child of Turkish parents, you automatically get Turkish citizenship. It doesn’t matter if only one of the parents are Turkish.

2-By Adoption: Those who are adopted by a Turkish when they were not an adult can get a Turkish Citizenship.

3- By Marriage: Being married to a Turkish citizen for 3 years can apply for a Turkish Citizenship. If a divorce happens, depending on the intentions and the investigation by authorities, the Turkish Citizenship can be retained or nullified. 

4- By Application: If the applicant has all the requirements, they can apply for a Turkish Citizenship.

5- By Investment: The most recent way to get a Turkish citizenship Is through investments. In September 2018, Turkey encouraged foreign investors to obtain Turkish citizenship through the following investments:

- An investment in immovable property or properties summing value of $400,000 with a hold period of a minimum of 3 years (proven by the Ministry of Environment and Urbanization).

- Make the minimum fixed capital investment of $500,000 in a Turkish Bank with a condition of no withdraw for 3 years (Proven by the Ministry of Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency).

- Make the minimum fixed capital investment of $500,000 in a Government Bond held for 3 years (Proven by the Ministry Treasury and Finance).

- Make the minimum fixed capital investment of $500,000 in a real estate investment fund share or venture capital investment fund share with a hold period of 3 years (Proven by the Capital Markets Board of Turkey).

- To create at least 50 local jobs (proven by the Ministry of Family, Labor and Social Services).

- Make the minimum fixed capital investment of $500,000 proven by the Ministry of Industry and Technology.

These are the ways that how to get Turkish citizenship.

Why Should You Get a Turkish Citizenship?

After knowing how to get a Turkish Citizenship we can look at thy why too. With its beautiful atmosphere, warm weather, hospitable people, delicious food and much more, Turkey is an amazing country. Having one of the best cuisines in the world, you will be addicted to the Turkish food while spending your summers on a sandy beach after a relieving swim in the clean, warm seas of Turkey. As a Turkish citizen, you will have the same rights regardless of religion, language or race. The healthcare is also free in Turkey if you are a Turkish citizen, so you and your family can benefit from health services free of charge.

You and your family can also benefit from high standard education opportunities from a selection of hundreds of universities and some of those that are known to be compatible with European and worldwide quality for free.

If You are in Commerce

Having an important role in international trade due to its strength and trust, Turkey is a powerful country in international trade. You can gain connections and trade internationally with ease from Turkey along with an E2 investors visa for investing in America as well. Due to the nature of Double Citizenship, you don’t need to renounce your homeland while doubling the benefits. Thanks to Ankara Agreement (ECAA) you are able to invest and settle in European countries for business as well. 

Turkish Passport

Turkish citizenship comes with a Turkish passport which you can quickly get and use. The power of Turkish passport ranked 55^th among 199 passports according to the International Air Transport Association. With a Turkish passport you can obtain Schengen visa which you can use for both commercial and touristic purposes much easier. As a Turkish citizen, you can visit different countries for business, tourism or education easily and more than 100 of these countries don’t require a visa. If you own a passport, have all the required documents and preparations you can travel with ease.

Visa-Free / Gate-Visa Countries in Europe

Russia, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), Macedonia, Moldova, Serbia, Ukraine, Kosovo, Albania

Visa-Free / Gate-Visa Countries in Asia

Azerbaijan, Armenia, Philippines, Palestine , Hong Kong, Iraq, Iran, Japan, Cambodia, Qatar, Kazakhstan, Kirghizstan, South Korea, Lebanon, Makau, Maldives, Malaysia, Mongolia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Syria, Thailand, Taiwan, Jordan, Uzbekistan, Indonesia, Fiji, Georgia, East Timor, Kuwait, Nepal, Niue, Palau, Samoa, Tajikistan, Kingdom of Tonga, Tuvalu, Republic of Vanuatu

Visa-Free / Gate-Visa Countries in Africa

Botswana, Morocco, South Africa Republic, Kenya, Mauritius, Seychelles, Swaziland, Tunisia, Cape Verde, Djibouti, Comoros Islands, Madagascar, Mozambique, Ruanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Republic of Sierra Leone, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo Uganda, Zambia, Republic of Zimbabwe

Visa-Free / Gate-Visa Countries in America

Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Costa Rica, Colombia, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, St. Lucia, Trinidad and Tobago, Uruguay, Venezuela, The British Virgin Islands, Cook Islands, Dominica