🇹🇷 Turkish Citizenship Programme

Your Path to a
Turkish Passport
Through Property

The complete investor's guide to obtaining Turkish citizenship via Bodrum real estate — minimum requirements, legal structure, timelines and property strategy.

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    Minimum $400,000 property investment
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    Citizenship in 3–6 months on average
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    Visa-free access to 110+ countries
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    Full family inclusion (spouse + children under 18)
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    No residency requirement to maintain
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    US E-2 investor visa eligibility unlocked
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Why Turkish Citizenship

The Strategic Value
of a Turkish Passport

Beyond the property investment, Turkish citizenship offers long-term strategic, financial, and lifestyle advantages that investors from Europe, the US and the UAE have already secured.

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Global Mobility

Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 110 countries including Japan, South Korea, Singapore and all of South America.

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Family Coverage

Your spouse and all children under 18 receive citizenship simultaneously at no additional cost or documentation burden.

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Property Returns

Bodrum luxury real estate has shown consistent capital appreciation, with high-season rental yields averaging 6–9% annually.

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Dual Citizenship

Turkey permits dual nationality. You retain your existing passport and rights while adding Turkish citizenship permanently.

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US E-2 Visa Gateway

Turkish citizens can apply for the US E-2 investor visa — enabling you to live and work in the United States through a qualifying business investment. A unique advantage unavailable to many passport holders.

Investment Routes

Three Pathways to
Turkish Citizenship

Real estate is the most popular route — but Turkish law provides three distinct investment pathways to citizenship. Our advisors help you identify the best fit for your profile.

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Real Estate Investment

$400,000 minimum

Purchase one or more properties with a total SPK-appraised value of at least $400,000. Must be held for 3 years. Bodrum villas qualify and generate rental income during the holding period.

✓ Bodrum properties qualify  ·  ✓ Rental income during hold
Capital Route

Bank Deposit

$500,000 minimum

Deposit $500,000 in a Turkish bank and maintain the balance for a minimum of 3 years. Earns interest in Turkish lira or USD. No property management required.

✓ Passive  ·  ✓ Interest income during hold
Business Route

Employment Creation

50 employees minimum

Create employment for at least 50 Turkish citizens through a registered company. Verified by the Ministry of Family and Social Services. Suitable for entrepreneurs establishing Turkish operations.

✓ Entrepreneurs  ·  ✓ Ongoing enterprise
The Process

From Purchase to Passport —
Step by Step

1

Select Your Property

Choose a qualifying Bodrum property valued at minimum $400,000 USD. Our team pre-vets all listings for citizenship eligibility and full legal compliance.

2

Legal & Title Deed

Our partnered notary and legal team handles the purchase contract, title deed (tapu) transfer, and DASK insurance — typically within 2–4 weeks.

3

Citizenship Application

We prepare and file your citizenship application with the Directorate General of Civil Registration. Biometrics and documentation are handled locally on the same day.

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Passport Issued

Approvals typically arrive within 3–6 months via Presidential decree. Your Turkish passport and ID card are issued — for you and your entire family simultaneously.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Turkish Citizenship by Investment —
Answers for Investors

The minimum investment required is $400,000 USD in real estate. The property must be held for a minimum of three years. You may combine multiple properties to reach the threshold — for example, a $250,000 apartment and a $150,000 studio both registered in your name.
Yes. Turkish law offers three qualifying routes: Real Estate ($400,000 minimum, held 3 years — the most popular route for Bodrum investors); Bank Deposit ($500,000 in a Turkish bank, held 3 years, earns interest); and Employment Creation (minimum 50 Turkish employees via a registered business). The real estate route remains preferred due to capital growth and rental income potential.
The end-to-end process averages 3 to 6 months. Property purchase and title deed transfer takes 2–4 weeks. The citizenship application, security screening and Presidential approval takes 2–4 months. The same-day biometric submission process introduced in 2025 has further shortened timelines.
Yes. Your spouse and all dependent children under 18 receive Turkish citizenship simultaneously under the same application. No additional investment is required — only supplementary identity documents for each family member.
Yes. Turkey fully permits dual and multiple citizenship under Turkish law. You are not required to renounce your existing nationality — whether you hold a British, American, European or UAE passport, you may keep it alongside your Turkish citizenship.
Turkish passport holders enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 110 countries, including Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong, Brazil, Argentina and most of South America. Crucially, Turkish citizens are eligible for the US E-2 investor visa, enabling them to live and work in the United States through a qualifying business investment — an option not available to most passport holders.
No. There is no residency requirement. You only need to hold the qualifying property for three years. After the holding period ends you may sell the property freely and your Turkish citizenship remains valid for life.
Yes. Bodrum properties qualify for the programme provided the purchase price meets the $400,000 minimum as confirmed by an SPK-licensed independent valuation report. Beyond citizenship, Bodrum luxury real estate offers average rental yields of 6–9% annually and strong long-term capital appreciation, making it one of Turkey's most sought-after investment locations.