Citizenship by Investment · EuropeTurkey
Fast citizenship via real estate, and a path to the US E-2.
Minimum investment
$400,000
Processing time
4-6 months
Visa-free destinations
110
Region
Europe
Overview
One of the fastest routes to a second passport, secured through a $400,000 real-estate purchase you can later resell. Turkish citizens are also eligible for the US E-2 investor visa.
Investment routes
Qualifying options for this programme. We model each against your goals.
Real estate
3-year holding period, resaleable
$400,000
Bank deposit
Held for 3 years
$500,000
Fixed capital investment
Or create 50 jobs
$500,000
Key benefits
- Among the fastest programmes, citizenship in 4-6 months
- Investment is a retained asset, not a donation
- Eligibility for the US E-2 investor visa
- No residence requirement; family included
Requirements
- Hold the qualifying asset for a minimum of three years
- Clean record and source-of-funds documentation
- Property valuation by a licensed Turkish appraiser
Family inclusion
Spouse and children under 18 are included in the main application.
What to weigh
- Real-estate pricing and the lira exchange rate affect your true cost and exit value.
- Visa-free count is lower than Caribbean or EU options.
Where it takes you
A selection of notable destinations this programme unlocks.
Frequently asked
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Is Turkey right for you?
We'll tell you honestly, including when another programme, or simply waiting, would serve you better.