Turkey citizenship by investment rules in 2026
The current thresholds, holding period, and family rules — in plain English.
In 2026, Turkish citizenship by investment requires a qualifying investment held for three years: from US$400,000 in real estate, or US$500,000 in a bank deposit, government bonds, or a fixed-capital business. The main applicant’s spouse and children under 18 are included, and there is no residency requirement.
What are the minimum investments in 2026?
| Route | Minimum | Hold |
|---|---|---|
| Real estate | $400,000 | 3 years |
| Bank deposit | $500,000 | 3 years |
| Government bonds | $500,000 | 3 years |
| Business / capital | $500,000 | 3 years |
Programme figures change; this is indicative for 2026 and must be verified against official Turkish sources at the time you apply.
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What conditions apply?
- Real estate must be confirmed by a government-approved valuation, not the listing price.
- A 3-year no-sale annotation is recorded on the title deed (TAPU).
- Multiple properties can be combined to reach US$400,000.
- Payment must be by official, documented bank transfer.
- Family: spouse and children under 18 are included in one application.
- No language, education, or residency requirement.
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Common questions
US$400,000 in real estate, or US$500,000 for a bank deposit, government bonds, or a fixed-capital business — each held for three years.
The asset must be held for three years (recorded on the title deed). After that you may sell while keeping your citizenship.
No. There is no requirement to live in Turkey before or after obtaining citizenship by investment.
Last reviewed: May 2026
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