Turkey citizenship vs Malta citizenship
An EU passport at a premium price versus a fast, lower-cost route.
Malta offers EU citizenship but at a much higher cost (typically €600,000+ in contributions plus property and 1–3 years of residency). Turkey offers a strong non-EU passport far more cheaply and quickly, from a US$400,000 property you can later sell, with no residency requirement.
EU passport vs speed and cost
Malta’s route to citizenship is by naturalisation for exceptional services by investment, which involves a substantial non-refundable contribution, a property purchase or long lease, donations, and a residency period of one to three years depending on the contribution. The reward is an EU passport. Turkey is non-EU, but the cost is lower, the asset is recoverable, and there is no residency requirement.
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Turkey vs Malta at a glance
| Feature | Turkey | Malta |
|---|---|---|
| Passport type | Strong non-EU | EU |
| Indicative cost | from US$400,000 (recoverable) | €600,000+ (largely non-refundable) |
| Residency required | None | 1–3 years |
| Timeline | ~Months | ~1–3 years |
| US E-2 treaty | Yes | No |
Programme rules for every country change frequently; figures here are indicative for 2026 and must be verified against official sources at the time you apply.
Which is right for you?
If an EU passport is essential and budget is not the constraint, Malta delivers it. If you want strong global mobility, the US E-2 pathway, a recoverable asset, and a faster, lower-cost process, Turkey is usually the better choice for Bangladeshi investors.
Common questions
No. Malta’s citizenship route typically costs well over €600,000 with largely non-refundable elements, while Turkey starts at a US$400,000 property you can sell after three years.
No. Turkey is not an EU member, so the Turkish passport is not an EU passport. It does offer strong global mobility and the US E-2 pathway.
Last reviewed: May 2026
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