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The Turkish citizenship by investment program was launched in January 2017 to attract foreign direct investment and support the country’s economic growth. The legal framework for the program is based on the Turkish Citizenship Law No. 5901 and subsequent government regulations defining the applicable investment criteria.
Turkey is among the fastest citizenship by investment jurisdictions, with the process taking from 6 months. Applicants are not required to maintain permanent residence in the country, demonstrate Turkish language proficiency, or attend an interview.
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You can enjoy the right to live freely in one of the most developed countries in Western Asia, which is a regional leader across multiple sectors, including GDP, defense, tourism, and exports.
Turkish citizenship provides access to international markets, enables account opening with reliable banks, and allows you to conduct business and trade freely across Europe and the Middle East.
Unlike many other developed Asian countries, Turkey offers affordable housing options, including rental and property purchase opportunities, lower seasonal food costs, and accessible everyday services.
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Investment in residential or commercial properties with the potential for long-term value appreciation.
Investment in Turkish companies aimed at supporting the growth of the national economy.
Placement of funds in any currency accepted by the Turkish banking system.
Purchase of shares in real estate investment funds or venture capital funds.
Purchase of government securities approved by the Turkish government and the Ministry of Treasury and Finance.
Mirsatori investment citizenship specialists conduct a detailed review of your case and assess your eligibility for obtaining Turkish citizenship. Potential risks are analyzed, and a personalized application strategy is developed.
Learn moreAfter selecting the most suitable investment route, Mirsatori specialists assist with obtaining a Turkish tax number and opening a bank account for transferring investment funds. All procedures are carried out in compliance with Turkish legislation.
Learn moreMirsatori legal team supports you throughout the investment process, ensuring the secure and compliant transfer of funds. If real estate is selected as the investment option, both the property and the seller undergo a thorough due diligence review to ensure transaction transparency.
Learn moreOnce the investment is completed, the relevant Turkish authority issues a Certificate of Eligibility confirming that the investment requirements of the program have been fulfilled.
Learn moreAs the main applicant, you are required to visit Turkey in person to submit a residence permit application, provide biometric data, and take a photograph. These procedures usually require several days.
Learn moreAfter obtaining Turkish residency status, you submit a complete set of documents for citizenship application to the authorized authorities. The due diligence process takes approximately 3–4 months, during which Turkish authorities review your background to verify legal and financial compliance.
Learn moreOnce your application is approved by the President of Turkey, the naturalization certificate and biometric passport are issued. The documents can be collected at a Turkish consulate or delivered by courier to the provided address.
Learn moreMirsatori selects a suitable program and prepares the required documentation for obtaining a residence status.
Mirsatori legal team registers companies in jurisdictions with an optimized tax environment.
Mirsatori team selects a suitable bank, prepares the required documents, and supports the account opening process.
Mirsatori legal specialists assist with obtaining citizenship status for investor’ s spouse, children, and parents.
Mirsatori provides support with obtaining certificates, official documents, bank statements, and other required paperwork.
Mirsatori team selects suitable properties, conducts due diligence on their history, coordinates negotiations with sellers, and provides legal support throughout the transaction.
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As a rule, the investment route to Turkish citizenship takes from 6 months. This timeframe includes making the investment, submitting a complete application file, undergoing due diligence, and receiving a decision from the government authorities. Once the application is approved, the passport is issued within several weeks.
The minimum investment threshold for the real estate route is USD 400,000. If another investment option is selected, the minimum investment amount is from USD 500,000.
A personal visit to Turkey is required once — to submit a residence permit application, provide biometric data, and take a photograph. The visit usually takes several days. All other program stages can be completed on your behalf by an authorized representative.
Yes, the application can include the investor’s spouse and children under 18 years old. Adult children and parents cannot obtain citizenship together with the main applicant but may apply for a residence permit.
Turkey applies a territorial taxation principle: if you spend less than 183 days per year in the country, you are not considered a tax resident and are exempt from taxation on income earned outside Turkey. In addition, Turkey has signed double taxation avoidance agreements with more than 90 jurisdictions.
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