At a glance

Quick facts

Minimum investment: No minimum; Currency: USD

Typical timeline: 6 months; From application start

Highlights

Turkey citizenship
job creation
investment

Program

Program specifics

Route type: Job Creation; Eligible investment pathway

Holding period: 36 months(~3 yrs); Minimum asset retention

Last updated: Sep 1, 2025; Subject to regulatory change

Information is indicative and may change; confirm current terms with an advisor.

Program overview

The Turkey Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program allows applicants to obtain citizenship by creating employment opportunities in Turkey. The Job Creation route requires applicants to generate at least 50 full-time jobs. Citizenship is lifetime, inheritable, and allows dual nationality, with no residency requirements, and includes spouse, children under 18, and parents.

Investment overview

Job Creation / Employment Investment: Create at least 50 full-time jobs in a registered Turkish business. Family members are included.
Other CBI Options: Real estate, bank deposits, government bonds, funds, private pensions—each with specific capital investments.

Costs & proof of funds

Costs & funds

Program fees & proof of funds

Estimated program totals

USD: $5,000

Required proof of funds

USD: $0

Detailed fee table

Program fee breakdown with price, timing and notes.
Item	Price	When	Notes
Job Creation Investment – single applicant	—	—	No direct capital; requires creating a minimum of 50 full-time jobs in Turkey.
Extra family member	—	—	Family members are included at no additional cost.
Due diligence – principal applicant	$5,000	—	Mandatory due diligence fee for the main applicant to verify background and source of funds/employment capability.

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We’ll share a personalized cost sheet after your pre-screen.

Proof of funds

Proof of job creation capacity$0
Applicants must provide a detailed business plan and proof of ability to create at least 50 full-time jobs, along with financial capacity and operational readiness.

Required (USD): $0

Figures are indicative and may change with family size, project selection and program updates.

Official

Government fees

Total (USD): $185

Passport fee (per person)
Government fee charged per person upon passport issuance; non-refundable.
$185

Official fees (payable to the government)

Item	Amount	Notes
Passport fee (per person)	$185	Government fee charged per person upon passport issuance; non-refundable.

Government fees are set by the issuing authority and may change without notice. We’ll confirm current rates during onboarding.

Checklist

Document checklist

11 total items

Documents vary by family profile; we’ll tailor your list.

Identity & Civil

3 items

Passport copies (valid ≥ 12 months)
Birth and marriage certificates
National ID or residential proof

Financial & Source of Funds

3 items

Bank statements (6–12 months)
Proof of financial capacity for business operations
Business registration and operational plan

Compliance

3 items

Police clearance / Interpol certificate
Medical certificates (adults)
Passport-size photos

Investment Proof

2 items

Business plan showing minimum 50 jobs
Official employment contracts or HR plan documentation

Snapshot

Eligible dependents

3 of 4 categories included

IncludedNot included

Spouse: Included
Yes
Children: Up to 18 years18
Yes
Parents: From 0+ years0+
Yes
Siblings: Not included
No

Disclosure

Risk & compliance

Please read carefully. These notes are informational and do not constitute legal or financial advice.

Risk notes

3 items

Eligibility depends on government approval and due diligence.
Investment outcome may vary depending on business performance.
Non-compliance with labor regulations or job creation targets may result in disqualification.

Compliance

2 items

All transactions must comply with Turkish labor, business, and immigration regulations.
Enhanced due diligence applies for all adult applicants.

Comparison

Feature	Job Creation Investment	Real Estate Investment	Business / Fixed Capital	Government Bonds & Bank Deposit	Fund / Venture Capital	Private Pension Plan
Minimum Investment	Create ≥50 jobs	USD 400,000	USD 500,000	USD 500,000	USD 500,000	USD 500,000
Family Inclusion	Spouse, children <18, parents	Spouse, children <18, parents	Spouse, children <18, parents	Spouse, children <18, parents	Spouse, children <18, parents	Spouse, children <18, parents
Processing Time	~6 months	~6 months	~6 months	~6 months	~6 months	~6 months
Residency Requirement	None	None	None	None	None	None
Investment Type	Job creation / economic contribution	Asset-backed property	Direct business / fixed capital	Government-backed low-risk investment	Fund / venture capital shares	Long-term pension investment
Government & Due Diligence Fees	Per CBI rules	Per CBI rules	Per CBI rules	Per CBI rules	Per CBI rules	Per CBI rules
Passport Fee	USD 185 per person	USD 185 per person	USD 185 per person	USD 185 per person	USD 185 per person	USD 185 per person
Key Benefits	Social contribution, economic impact, secure second passport	Tangible asset, potential rental income	Potential business returns, dual citizenship	Stable, low-risk, government-backed	Exposure to high-growth sectors	Stable, long-term investment, dual citizenship
Liquidity / Exit Options	N/A	Resell after holding period	Subject to business regulations	Redeemable after maturity	Subject to fund terms	Withdraw after pension term
Visa-Free Travel	113 countries	113 countries	113 countries	113 countries	113 countries	113 countries