Turkey Citizenship by Investment 2026: Complete Investor Guide

Turkey Citizenship by Investment

Turkey citizenship by investment offers eligible foreign investors a structured route to Turkish citizenship through qualifying real estate or financial investment.

Applicants may choose from several approved investment categories. Each route has its own minimum value, holding period, documentation requirements and supervising government authority.

Turkish Citizenship Investment Options

Foreign investors may qualify through one of the following routes:

• Purchase real estate worth at least USD 400,000

• Deposit at least USD 500,000 in a bank operating in Türkiye

• Purchase at least USD 500,000 in Turkish government bonds

• Make a fixed capital investment of at least USD 500,000

• Purchase eligible investment fund shares worth at least USD 500,000

• Make an eligible private pension system contribution of at least USD 500,000

• Create employment for at least 50 people

The relevant investment must generally be maintained for at least three years and confirmed by the responsible Turkish government authority.

Real Estate Investment Route

The real estate route requires the purchase of qualifying property worth at least USD 400,000 or its equivalent in an accepted foreign currency.

A restriction preventing the property from being sold for at least three years must be registered with the title deed. The transaction must also comply with the applicable valuation, payment, ownership and land registry requirements.

Bank Deposit and Financial Investment Routes

Investors who prefer financial assets may qualify by depositing at least USD 500,000 in a Turkish bank or purchasing qualifying government bonds or investment fund shares.

The funds or financial instruments must normally remain in place for at least three years. Each investment route requires confirmation from the relevant regulatory authority.

Application Process

The process generally includes:

1. Selecting the appropriate investment category

2. Completing legal and financial due diligence

3. Making the qualifying investment

4. Obtaining an official certificate of eligibility

5. Applying for the relevant residence permit

6. Preparing and submitting the citizenship application

7. Completing government identity, background and security reviews

Investors meeting the required investment thresholds, together with eligible family members, may also qualify for a special short-term residence permit valid for up to five years.

Can Family Members Be Included?

The principal investor may generally apply together with a spouse and eligible minor or dependent children, subject to the relevant documentation and government assessment.

Adult independent children and other relatives are not normally included automatically in the principal investor’s application.

Why Professional Due Diligence Matters

Meeting the minimum investment amount does not automatically guarantee approval. Property eligibility, ownership records, payment evidence, valuation documents and the applicant’s personal documentation must all comply with the applicable rules.

Montclair Estates Global Advisory supports international investors with property selection, market analysis and transaction coordination alongside qualified legal and financial professionals.

Call to Action

Contact our international investment team to assess your eligibility and explore qualifying Turkish investment opportunities.