Turkish Citizenship by Investment
Your Gateway to a Turkish Passport Through Real Estate
Invest $400,000+ in Istanbul real estate and obtain full Turkish citizenship for you and your family — typically within 3 to 6 months. OTAG Projeden guides every step, from property selection to passport delivery.
Core Eligibility Requirements
What you need to qualify for Turkish citizenship
Choose Your Investment Path
The real estate route offers the strongest combination of citizenship security, capital return, and passive income potential.
- Residential, commercial or mixed-use properties
- Single property or portfolio of multiple units
- Off-plan and completed projects both eligible
- Rental income during 3-year holding period
- Full equity retained — not a donation
- OTAG valuation report included free of charge
- Fastest processing: 3–6 months to passport
- $500,000 fixed capital investment in Turkish companies
- $500,000 bank deposit held 3 years in Turkish bank
- $500,000 government bonds (3-year hold)
- Job creation: min. 50 Turkish citizens employed
- $500,000 real estate investment fund participation
- Venture capital fund with eligible portfolio
- Processing time: 4–8 months (varies by route)
* All figures in USD equivalent. Currency conversion based on Central Bank of Turkey rate at time of property appraisal. Thresholds subject to regulatory updates.
From Property to Passport
A clear, transparent roadmap — OTAG manages every legal, bureaucratic and logistical step on your behalf.
📊 Key Programme Facts
A Passport That Opens Doors
Turkish citizenship is more than a second passport — it's a strategic asset with global reach and long-term financial value.
Visa-Free & Visa-on-Arrival Access
Access 110+ countries without a prior visa, including Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Latin America, and all Schengen short-stay waivers for transit.
E-2 Investor Visa to the USA
Turkey has a bilateral investment treaty with the US. A Turkish passport enables you to apply for the E-2 Investor Visa — a life-changing gateway denied to many nationalities.
Dual Citizenship — Keep Your Passport
Turkey fully permits dual and even multiple citizenship. You retain your original nationality entirely — there is no renunciation requirement.
Full Social Rights in Turkey
Access to the Turkish national healthcare system (SGK), public education, and the right to vote and own property without any foreign ownership restrictions.
Lifetime Citizenship — No Renewal
Turkish citizenship is permanent and hereditary. Your children born after naturalization are automatically Turkish citizens. No minimum stay requirement to maintain status.
Strategic Business Hub
Turkey's customs union with the EU, proximity to Gulf markets, and growing tech ecosystem make a Turkish company formation and banking setup highly advantageous.
Curated Investment Properties
All OTAG-listed projects qualify for the Turkish citizenship program. Every listing has been pre-verified for the $400,000 threshold.
Browse Citizenship-Eligible Projects on OTAG Projeden
Our full portfolio of $400,000+ properties — including residential, commercial and off-plan projects — is listed on otagprojeden.com. Each project page shows full details, floor plans, price breakdowns and citizenship eligibility status.
Updated listings — new projects added regularly
Turkey vs. Other CBI Programs
Turkish citizenship by investment consistently ranks as one of the highest-value programs globally — combining low cost, speed, and full equity retention.
| Feature | 🇹🇷 Turkey | 🇵🇹 Portugal | 🇬🇷 Greece | 🇬🇩 Grenada | 🇲🇹 Malta |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Investment | $400K | €500K | €800K | $235K donation | €600K+ |
| Investment Type | Real Estate (equity retained) | Invest. Fund (RE removed Oct 2023) | Real Estate | Donation (lost) | Donation + contribution |
| Processing Time | 3–6 months | 12–18 months | 6–12 months | 4–6 months | 12–36 months |
| Residency Required | ✓ None | 7 days/year | None | None | 12 months |
| Dual Citizenship | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| US E-2 Visa Eligible | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✗ No | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| Family Included | ✓ Spouse + Kids <18 | Spouse + Kids | Spouse + Kids | Spouse + Kids <30 | Spouse + Kids |
| Language Requirement | ✓ None | A2 Portuguese | None | None | None |
Everything You Need to Know
Choose the Package Built for You
Three clear tiers — transparent deliverables, no hidden surprises. Every package includes a dedicated OTAG case manager from first call to passport delivery.
- SPK-licensed property appraisal (Ekspertiz)
- Title deed (TAPU) status & clean title verification
- Prior citizenship use check
- Full citizenship application preparation & filing
- Biometric appointment coordination
- Document translation management
- Dedicated case manager
- Post-approval passport application support
- SPK-licensed property appraisal (Ekspertiz)
- Title deed (TAPU) status & clean title verification
- Citizenship application for all family members
- Personalised property briefing pack (3–5 options)
- Rental yield projection per property
- 3-year resale scenario & cost modelling
- Independent lawyer coordination support
- Family document checklist (nationality-specific)
- All Family package deliverables
- Multi-property portfolio strategy session
- Priority processing — dedicated senior advisor
- Extended family members (parents, adult children)
- Property management setup & tenant sourcing
- Annual portfolio review (years 1–3)
- Turkish company formation option
- White-glove post-citizenship concierge
All packages are subject to consultation. Final scope and fees are agreed in writing before any property commitment.
What a Serious Buyer Should Verify
Every question in the checklist below has been asked by real investors before signing. We answer each one openly — because full transparency is the only way to build a lasting relationship.
“Family of 4. Budget $400–500K. Need SPK valuation, title history, prior citizenship use, rent yield, full costs, 3-year resale plan, and independent lawyer review before deposit.”
The Turkish Capital Markets Board (SPK) licences real estate appraisers who produce the official valuation report required for citizenship applications. The report must state the property's USD value is at or above $400,000 on the date of purchase — a standard bank transfer alone is not sufficient.
A property's TAPU can only be used once for a citizenship application. Any encumbrances, mortgages, annotations or prior citizenship pledges must be cleared before transfer. We check the e-Tapu system and request a clean title deed certificate (tapu kaydı) for every property we present.
Long-term residential lets in Istanbul central districts currently yield 4–7% gross annually in USD terms. Short-term (Airbnb-style) lets in licensed tourist zones can reach 8–12%, but require separate permits. Gross yield minus management fees, maintenance and taxes gives a net yield of approximately 3–5% on long-term lets.
Beyond the purchase price, a fully-costed acquisition on a $450,000 property typically includes: title deed transfer tax (4% of declared value, usually split 2%/2%), VAT if applicable (1–18% depending on property type), citizenship application fee (~$530/adult), notary/POA fees, SPK appraisal, OTAG advisory fee, and annual property tax (0.1–0.3% of declared value).
OTAG's in-house legal team handles citizenship application procedures. An independent Turkish lawyer reviews the purchase contract, TAPU, developer's project licences, and citizenship pledge (taahhütname) exclusively on your behalf. The two roles do not conflict — they protect different interests. Expect to pay $1,500–$3,000 for a thorough independent review.
A family of 4 submits one investment, one application, and one set of biometric appointments. Each family member (primary investor, spouse, children under 18) requires: a valid passport, birth certificates (apostilled), marriage certificate (apostilled), criminal background check from country of residence, and biometric photos. Total processing: 3–6 months from title deed registration.
📈 Illustrative 3-Year Resale Scenario — $450,000 Purchase
Conservative estimate. Actual results vary by location, property type and market conditions.
| Item | Amount (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase price | $450,000 | Citizenship-qualifying amount |
| Transaction costs (est. 7%) | $31,500 | TAPU tax, VAT, legal, appraisal |
| Total acquisition cost | $481,500 | Your effective cost base |
| Rental income (3 yrs × 5% net) | +$67,500 | $22,500/yr on $450K at 5% net |
| Estimated resale value (yr 3) | $530,000 | ~5.6% annual USD appreciation (conservative) |
| Capital gain | +$80,000 | Before capital gains tax (if applicable) |
| Net P&L after 3 years | +$66,000 | Citizenship effectively cost-neutral or net-positive |
Request Your Personalised Property Briefing
Tell us your budget, family size, preferred districts and investment goals. Within 48 hours we'll send you 3–5 citizenship-eligible properties with full SPK valuations, title status reports, rental yield projections, cost breakdowns and a 3-year resale scenario for each — ready for your independent lawyer to review.
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- Personalised property briefing within 48 hours
- Full legal and documentation support included
- Dedicated case manager from first call to passport
- Communications in English, Arabic, Russian & Turkish
- Track record: 0 rejected applications in 5 years
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