Turkey Turkey CBI — Job Creation — Citizenship Program
🏆 OVERVIEW
Country
🇹🇷 Turkey
Program
Turkey CBI — Job Creation
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 by establishing or operating a business that employs at least 50 Turkish citizens, confirmed by the Ministry of Labour and Social Security.
💰 INVESTMENT OPTIONS
| Type | Tier | Min Amount | USD Equiv. | Hold | Returnable | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment creation | Job creation (50 employees) | USD 0 | $0 | — | No | Must employ minimum 50 Turkish citizens with SSI registration. |
💵 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
Must employ at least 50 Turkish citizens registered with SSI. No minimum investment amount, but must create and maintain jobs.
🔗 ALSO IN TURKEY
- Digital Nomad Visa (digital nomad visa)