🏆 OVERVIEW
Country
🇹🇷 Turkey
Program
Turkey CBI — Bank Deposit
Local Name
Yatirim Yoluyla Vatandaslik
Type
Citizenship by Investment
Status
Active
Processing Time
90-180 days
Dual Citizenship
Allowed
Visa-Free Countries
113 destinations
Passport Rank
#45 (Henley Index)
Turkish citizenship through a $500,000 deposit in a Turkish bank, held for a minimum of 3 years. Deposit must remain untouched during the holding period.
💰 INVESTMENT OPTIONS
| Type | Tier | Min Amount | USD Equiv. | Hold | Returnable | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank deposit | Bank deposit | USD 500,000 | $500,000 | 3yr | Yes | 3-year commitment. Fully refundable after holding period. |
💵 FEES & COSTS
📋 ELIGIBILITY & REQUIREMENTS
Min Age
18+
Police Clearance
Required
Medical Exam
Not required
👨👩👧👦 FAMILY
Dependents
Allowed
Spouse
Included
Max Child Age
18
🛂 PASSPORT & MOBILITY
Passport Rank
#45 (Henley Index)
Visa-Free Access
113 countries
Passport Validity
10 years
EU Citizenship
No
Schengen Access
No
US E-2 Treaty
Yes — eligible for US investor visa
📍 PHYSICAL PRESENCE
Must Visit Country
Yes
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Method
In person
Apply from Abroad
Must apply in-country
Application Type
Open
Official Website
www.nvi.gov.tr
Legal Basis
Turkish Citizenship Law No. 5901, Article 12, as amended
📌 NOTES & CAVEATS
Deposit in a Turkish participation bank or commercial bank. 3-year lock-up period. Fully refundable after holding period.
🔗 ALSO IN TURKEY
- Digital Nomad Visa (digital nomad visa)
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