Turkey offers CBI through real estate investment, providing a strategic bridge between Europe and Asia. It’s one of two CBI countries with US E-2 Treaty access (alongside Grenada).
US E-2 Treaty Access: One of only two CBI countries with E-2 investor visa eligibility for the United States
Strategic location: Bridge between Europe and Asia with strong regional access
Property ownership: Real estate can be sold after 3 years (recover investment)
Good passport: 113+ visa-free countries
No residency required: Full citizenship without living there
Family inclusion: Spouse and children under 18 included
This program is ideal for individuals and families seeking a European-adjacent passport with US access. It’s particularly suited for:
Entrepreneurs seeking US access who want to use the E-2 treaty investor visa to live and work in the United States.
Real estate investors who want to own property in a growing market with recovery option after 3 years.
Business owners seeking a strategic base between Europe and Asia.
High-net-worth individuals seeking enhanced security and regional mobility.
Families aiming to secure options for their children.
The Turkey Citizenship by Investment program follows a structured application process:
Engage with an authorized agent to understand program requirements and identify suitable real estate options.
Select and purchase government-approved real estate worth at least $400,000 USD. Property must be registered and verified.
Submit the complete application package with property documentation to the General Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs.
The government reviews your application and conducts background checks on all applicants.
Once approved, you receive Turkish citizenship and can apply for your Turkish passport.
Receive your official documents and access the benefits of your new citizenship, including visa-free travel and E-2 eligibility.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must have no criminal record.
Must purchase qualifying real estate.
Must not be a citizen of certain restricted countries.
Valid passport and certified copies.
Birth certificate (apostilled).
Marriage certificate (if applicable, apostilled).
Police clearance certificates.
Passport-sized photographs (biometric).
Property purchase documentation.
Proof of property valuation.
Real Estate Investment: Minimum $400,000 USD in residential or commercial property (hold period of 3 years).
Bank Deposit: $500,000 USD in Turkish bank (hold period of 3 years).
Government Bonds: $500,000 USD (hold period of 3 years).
Property transfer tax: 4% of property value.
Administrative fees: Approximately $1,000-2,000 USD.
Legal and agent fees: Varies.
Comprehensive Consultation: Detailed assessment of your eligibility and program suitability.
Property Sourcing: Assistance identifying qualifying real estate investments.
Document Preparation: Expert assistance in gathering, organizing, and certifying all necessary documents.
Application Management: Submission of your application through authorized channels.
Legal Coordination: Coordination with Turkish legal counsel for property purchase.
Post-Approval Support: Ensuring smooth processing of your citizenship and passport issuance.
E-2 Visa Guidance: Information on next steps for US E-2 investor visa application.
| Stage | Duration |
|---|---|
| Property selection and purchase | 2-8 weeks |
| Document preparation | 2-4 weeks |
| Application review | 3-6 months |
| Citizenship and passport issuance | 2-4 weeks |
| Total | 6-12 months |
US E-2 Treaty: Turkey has US E-2 investor visa access. Ideal if US residency is a priority.
Property hold period: Real estate must be held for 3 years, then can be sold.
No Schengen access: Turkey is not EU/Schengen, so visa required for most EU countries.
Dual citizenship: Permitted. No renunciation required.
