Step 1: Step 1
Initial Consultation: Schedule a consultation with XIPHIAS to assess eligibility and select the optimal investment option.
Citizenship in Turkey
About Turkey
About Turkey
Turkey’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program provides a fast, secure, and flexible pathway to obtain a Turkish passport . Investors can choose from several options, including real estate, business investment, bank deposits, government bonds, and venture capital or fund investments . The program is family-friendly , covering spouses, children under 18, and parents, and requires no prior residency . Citizenship is lifetime and inheritable , granting visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 113 countries worldwide.
Capital:AnkaraLanguage:TurkishCurrency:Turkish Lira (TRY)
- Population
- 87,629,938
- Capital
- Ankara
- Language
- Turkish
- Currency
- Turkish Lira (TRY)
- Time zone
- UTC+3 (Turkey Time)
- Climate
- Mediterranean, with hot summers and mild winters
Why Turkey
Why Turkey?
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 113 countries , including Europe, Asia, and Middle East destinations
No residency requirement ; dual citizenship permitted
Multiple investment options available: real estate, business, bank deposits, government bonds, and fund investments
Fast processing: approximately 6 months, with rigorous due diligence for all applicants
Family-friendly and flexible investment structures to accommodate various needs
Process
How it works
Step 2: Step 2
Pre-Screening & Documentation: Complete initial screening and prepare all required documentation.
Step 3: Step 3
Application Submission: Submit the Citizenship by Investment application to Turkish authorities.
Step 4: Step 4
Due Diligence: Undergo enhanced background and financial checks for all adult applicants.
Step 5: Step 5
Investment Completion: Execute the selected investment option—real estate, business, bank deposit, government bonds, or fund investment.
Step 6: Step 6
Citizenship Approval & Passport Issuance: Once approved, register fingerprints and receive your Turkish passport .
Eligibility — Requirements
Requirements
The following list outlines the core eligibility requirements for this program.
Applicant must be at least 18 years old with a clean criminal record .
Successfully pass due diligence checks and provide proof of legal source of funds.
Applicant must be in good health .
Complete the selected investment option according to the program criteria.
Frequently asked questions
Question 1
The Turkey Citizenship by Investment program typically takes around 6 months from application to passport issuance.
Question 2
Yes. Eligible dependents include spouse, children under 18, and parents .
Question 3
Minimums vary by option: USD 400,000 for real estate or USD 500,000 for business, bank deposits, government bonds, or fund investments .
Question 4
Turkey does not impose special taxes for citizenship, though standard property or income taxes may apply depending on the investment type.
Question 5
No prior residency is required to obtain Turkish citizenship through investment.
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