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Turkey Citizenship by Investment: Cost, Requirements & Processing Time (2026)

The short version

Turkey Citizenship by Investment requires a minimum investment of €368,000 (real estate route), with residency in ~3–9 months and direct citizenship on approval.

Investment routes compared

Route type	Amount (EUR)	Notes	Primary?
Real estate	€368,000USD 400,000	Real estate purchase (residential or commercial), held 3 years. Combined properties allowed. Valuation and DAB currency document must all show ≥USD 400K.	Most common
Capital transfer	€460,000USD 500,000 deposit	Fixed-term deposit in a Turkish bank, 3 years.
Government bonds	€460,000USD 500,000	Turkish government bonds, 3 years.
Company shares / equity	€460,000USD 500,000	Fixed capital contribution to a Turkish company.

At a glance

€368,000 minimum qualifying investment
~3–9 months expected end-to-end processing
Direct citizenship on approval citizenship timeline
No Schengen access travel rights
No minimum stay physical-presence requirement

Physical presence: No residency requirement — this is a citizenship-by-investment programme, not a residency-by-investment programme.

Official program source · Source: Republic of Turkey Ministry of Interior — Directorate General of Migration Management · Last verified Apr 15, 2026 · Verify current rules with an authorized immigration adviser or the destination's consulate before applying.

Next review 2026-07-15.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum investment for the Turkey Citizenship by Investment?

The minimum qualifying investment is €368,000. ~€368K (USD 400K) real estate investment — direct citizenship route, not a golden visa. Property held 3 years. Qualifying routes: Real estate (€368,000); Capital transfer (€460,000); Government bonds (€460,000); Company shares / equity (€460,000) Most applicants use the Real estate route (€368,000).

How long does the Turkey Citizenship by Investment take to process?

Expected end-to-end processing is ~3–9 months. 3–6 months for a clean application; up to 9 months with complications.

Can I get citizenship through the Turkey Citizenship by Investment, and when?

This programme grants direct citizenship on approval. Direct citizenship at the end of processing. No language tests, no interview stages. Dual citizenship permitted (Turkey allows it). No integration requirements.

What is the physical-presence requirement for the Turkey Citizenship by Investment?

No residency requirement — this is a citizenship-by-investment programme, not a residency-by-investment programme.

Are my spouse and children included in the Turkey Citizenship by Investment?

Spouse, minor children can be included.

Does the Turkey Citizenship by Investment grant Schengen access?

No. Turkey Citizenship by Investment does not by itself grant Schengen-area travel rights.

Is the Turkey Citizenship by Investment currently open to new applicants?

The programme is currently open.

Who regulates the Turkey Citizenship by Investment?

Turkey Citizenship by Investment is administered by Republic of Turkey Ministry of Interior — Directorate General of Migration Management. The canonical source is https://www.goc.gov.tr/. Facts last verified 2026-04-15; next review 2026-07-15.