The government bonds route
US$500,000 in government bonds or approved instruments, held three years.
You can obtain Turkish citizenship by investing US$500,000 in Turkish government bonds or approved capital-market instruments and holding them for three years. The instruments are held in custody and verified; the capital is committed for the holding period.
How does this route work?
You purchase US$500,000 of eligible government bonds or approved capital-market instruments through a regulated intermediary, hold them in custody for three years, and apply for citizenship once the investment is verified.
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What to know
- Minimum US$500,000, held for three years.
- Government bonds or approved capital-market instruments.
- Held in custody and verified by the authorities.
- Suits investors who prefer financial instruments to property.
- Funds must arrive by documented, official bank transfer.
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Common questions
US$500,000 in eligible bonds or approved instruments held for three years.
Yes — after the holding period you may redeem or sell while retaining your citizenship.
Real estate has a lower threshold (US$400,000) and is a tangible asset; bonds suit investors who prefer financial instruments. We model both at consultation.
Last reviewed: May 2026
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