Turkey offers several quick and cost-effective pathways to citizenship. Applicants can choose between applicable programs. Program Minimum Investment Duration of Investment Certifying Agency Notes Capital Contribution: Bank Deposit USD 500,000 3 years Banking Regulatory and Supervision Agency Investor remains in full control of their funds which can be liquidated at any time.* Real Estate Investment USD 250,000 3 years (5 years - see note on Turkish Capital Gains Tax) Ministry of Environment and Urbanization The Turkish Government has announced real estate investment will be increased to USD 400,000. Capital Contribution: Government Bond USD 500,000 3 years Ministry of Treasury and Finance Purchase at least USD 500,000 in government bonds. Minimum Capital Investment USD 500,000 3 years Ministry of Industry and Technology Making a minimum fixed capital investment of USD 500,000 or equivalent foreign currency or Turkish lira. Investment in Real Estate fund USD 500,000 3 years Capital Markets Board of Turkey Invest at least USD 500,000 or equivalent foreign currency or Turkish lira into a real estate investment fund share or venture capital investment fund share. Job Creation Creation of 50 jobs in Turkish business Ministry of Family, Labor and Social Services * While Turkish Citizenship is granted immediately upon making a qualifies investment or bank deposit the Turkish Government will revoke the grant of Citizenship if the qualifying investment is not maintained for three (3) years. Applicants are able to earn rental income or interest on their investment over this period. A Turkish passport offers visa free access to more than 150 countries around the world, as well as the opportunity to engage in Turkeyâs diverse economy.