Turkish citizenship by property investment
Buy property worth USD 400,000 or more, keep it for three years, and you, your spouse and your children under 18 become Turkish citizens. No residence requirement, no language test, dual citizenship allowed.
- USD 400,000 minimum property value
- Hold the property for 3 years
- Spouse and children under 18 included
- No residence or language requirement
- Dual citizenship allowed
- Typical timeline 3–6 months
218+ citizenship applications completed since 2008.
How it works
- 1
Choose an eligible property
We shortlist properties that meet the valuation and ownership-history rules, so nothing you view will be rejected later.
- 2
Tax number and bank account
Opened in one day in Istanbul with your passport. Funds transfer through the secure payment system.
- 3
Purchase and title deed
Sale completes at the Land Registry with the mandatory three-year no-sale annotation.
- 4
Certificate of eligibility
The Ministry confirms the investment qualifies. We prepare and file the full document set.
- 5
Residence permit and citizenship application
Filed together; biometrics in Istanbul or at a consulate.
- 6
Passport
ID card and passport issued. Typical total timeline: 3–6 months.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum property investment for Turkish citizenship?
USD 400,000 in real estate, based on the official valuation and title deed value, held for at least three years.
Can I combine several properties to reach the threshold?
Yes. Multiple properties can be combined, provided they are purchased and registered under the programme rules and each carries the three-year no-sale annotation.
Does my family get citizenship too?
Your spouse and children under 18 are included in the same application.
How long does the process take?
Typically 3–6 months from title deed transfer to passport, depending on document completeness and government processing times.
Do I need to live in Turkey?
No. There is no residence or language requirement for citizenship by investment.
Programme rules are set by the Turkish government and can change. Figures on this page were last reviewed on 2026-09-30.