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Turkish Citizenship Programme
With the new regulations, Republic of Turkey grants citizenship to foreigners who complete the following:
- 400,000 $ property investment
- found/buy a company with 500,000 $ capital
- deposit 500,000 $ in State investment instruments or state banks operating in Turkey provided that they do not withdraw such amount for three years
- employ 50 employees in Turkey.
It usually takes around 3-5 Months to obtain Turkish Citizenship and Turkish Passport for both the Main Applicant (Investor) and other family members provided that all the documentation is ready and duly compiled.
Advantages of Turkish Passport
- You may visit easily to 77 countries with visa-free agreements.
- Turkish passport is within the top 30 passports over the world.
- This passport provides you free education and university refund plans.
- You don’t need a residence permit in the period required.
- When you have this passport, you can benefit from pension programs like a Turkish citizen.
- You have the rights on the voting for all types of elections.
- You benefit from all the medical rights.
- You can obtain dual citizenship when you have a Turkish passport. Turkish passport’s validness is 10 years.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the Turkish Citizenship by Investment Program?
The Turkish Citizenship by Investment Program allows foreign nationals to obtain Turkish citizenship by making a qualifying investment in the country. Launched in 2017, the program is designed to attract foreign capital and stimulate economic growth. It offers investors and their immediate families the right to live, work, and study in Turkey, as well as access to visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to over 110 countries.
2. What are the main investment options to qualify for Turkish citizenship?
The most popular route is purchasing real estate worth at least $400,000 USD, with a commitment to keep the property for at least three years. Other options include depositing a minimum of $500,000 USD in a Turkish bank, investing $500,000 USD in government bonds or venture capital funds, or creating at least 50 jobs for Turkish citizens as verified by the Ministry of Labor and Social Security.
3. How long does the Turkish Citizenship by Investment process take?
The entire process typically takes between 3 to 6 months from the submission of a complete application. This includes the time required for property purchase, obtaining a short-term residence permit, and the processing of the citizenship application by the relevant government authorities.
4. Can investors include their family members in the application?
Yes, the main applicant can include their spouse and children under the age of 18 in the citizenship application. All eligible family members receive Turkish citizenship at the same time as the primary investor. Children over 18 and other dependents must apply separately and may not be eligible under the main investment route.
5. Is it necessary to live in Turkey or know Turkish to get citizenship
No, there is no requirement to reside in Turkey before, during, or after the citizenship application. Additionally, applicants are not required to speak Turkish or pass any language proficiency tests. This makes the program especially attractive for international investors seeking flexibility.
6. Does Turkey allow dual citizenship?
Yes, Turkey permits dual citizenship, allowing investors to retain their original nationality while becoming Turkish citizens. However, it is important to check whether the applicant’s home country allows dual citizenship, as laws vary by country.
7. What are the benefits of obtaining Turkish citizenship through investment?
Turkish citizenship grants full rights to live, work, and study in Turkey. Citizens gain access to Turkey’s healthcare and education systems and enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to many countries, including Japan, South Korea, and much of Latin America. Additionally, Turkey’s strategic location offers unique business and travel advantages between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
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