Turkish Citizenship by Investment 2026: Benefits and What to Consider

Before investing USD 400,000 or USD 500,000, it helps to know exactly what Turkish citizenship gives your family – and what to plan for. A clear overview from a portfolio management company licensed by the Capital Markets Board of Türkiye.

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At a glance

Benefits	Points to plan for
A passport for the whole family, typically in 3–6 months	A significant investment: USD 400,000 (property) or USD 500,000 (fund)
No residence requirement and no language test	The investment is held for 3 years
Dual citizenship allowed by Türkiye	Schengen, the US and the UK still require a visa
Full citizen rights: live, work, study and access public healthcare	Military service rules apply to male citizens, with options for those living abroad
Eligibility for the US E-2 investor visa	The investment is converted into Turkish lira
Freedom to own property, work and set up companies in Türkiye	In practice a USD 400,000 property often costs close to USD 500,000 in total

The benefits in detail

1. A passport for the whole family

Your spouse and children under 18 are included in the same application. The process typically takes 3–6 months in total.

2. Travel

A Turkish passport gives visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa access to a large number of destinations. Lists change over time, so check your destination before travelling. Turkish passport benefits

3. No residence requirement

You do not have to live in Türkiye before or after citizenship, and there is no language test. A single biometrics visit may be needed at the residence permit stage.

4. Dual citizenship

Türkiye allows dual citizenship. Check the rules of your own country before applying.

5. Education and healthcare

Public schools are free for citizens and citizens pay no tuition at state universities. Citizens can join the public health insurance system, with contributions based on income.

6. The US E-2 investor visa

Türkiye has an E-2 treaty with the United States, so Turkish citizens can apply for the E-2 investor visa under its rules.

7. Invest, work and do business in Türkiye

As a citizen you can own property, work and set up companies in Türkiye without foreigner permits.

8. Moving to Türkiye?

New residents may benefit from a 20-year income tax exemption on foreign income. Read the guide

What to plan for

1. A 3-year holding period

The property or fund units used for citizenship are held for 3 years, so plan your liquidity accordingly. In the fund route, redemption after 3 years follows the procedure in the fund's issuance document.

2. The real cost of the property route

The minimum is USD 400,000, but properties valued at exactly that amount are hard to find; eligible homes are usually priced around USD 420,000–450,000. With title deed fees and agent commission, the total often approaches USD 500,000 – close to the fund route minimum.

3. Visas for Europe, the US and the UK

A Turkish passport opens many destinations, but the Schengen area, the US and the UK still require a visa.

4. Military service

Military service applies to male Turkish citizens. Those living abroad have options such as deferral or paid service. Ask a lawyer about your sons' situation.

5. Turkish lira

The investment is converted into Turkish lira at a Turkish bank. In the fund route your money is invested mainly in real estate.

6. A verified property and seller

In the property route, the valuation and payment trail must be correct. Use licensed valuations, pay through banks and work with regulated sellers. Buying property from a regulated fund

Property or fund: which suits you?

	Buying property	A CMB-supervised fund
Minimum	USD 400,000 (in practice often close to USD 500,000 with fees)	USD 500,000
Valuation	A single property valuation	Fund assets valued by licensed valuation firms, reports published on KAP
Management	Tenants, maintenance, title deed transactions	Managed by the portfolio management company
Following your investment	Periodic valuation	Daily unit price on TEFAS
Exit after 3 years	Sell the property and find a buyer	Redemption under the fund's issuance document

Frequently asked questions

Is Turkish citizenship by investment worth it?

It suits families who want a second passport with no residence requirement and can hold the investment for 3 years. The family receives full citizen rights, including education and healthcare in Türkiye.

Is USD 400,000 enough for the property route?

USD 400,000 is the legal minimum, but eligible properties are usually priced around USD 420,000–450,000, and title deed fees and agent commission come on top. The total often approaches USD 500,000, the minimum for the fund route.

Can I travel to Europe visa-free with a Turkish passport?

No. Turkish citizens need a Schengen visa for the EU, and usually a visa for the US, the UK and Canada.

Do my sons have to do military service?

Military service applies to male Turkish citizens, with options such as deferral or paid service for those living abroad. Ask a lawyer before applying.

Last updated: 24 October 2026. General information only, not legal, tax or investment advice. Rules may change.

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