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Strategic gateway between Europe and Asia, rich in culture and opportunity, with growing markets and favorable investment climate for global business.

Strategic location bridging Europe and Asia
Low cost of living for remote workers
Young, tech-savvy workforce
Competitive corporate tax rates and investment incentives
Business-friendly visa programs and residency options
Growing expat communities in Istanbul and Antalya
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Turkey Citizenship and Naturalization

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Grade:

C

Global Rank: 95

Dual Citizenship:Yes

Visa-free Access

113 out of 195 countries

Access to Major Destinations

  • European Union
  • United Kingdom
  • Canada
  • United States
  • China
  • Russia
  • Japan
CategoryDetails
Citizenship by Descent
  • Ancestry Eligibility: Turkish citizenship by descent is available to those who have at least one Turkish citizen parent at the time of birth. Ottoman ancestry may also be eligible under special circumstances.
  • Requirements: Birth certificate (original and translated into Turkish) Passport or identity document Proof of Turkish ancestry (parent's Turkish citizenship documents) Civil registration documents Marriage certificate (if applicable) Professional translation and notarization of all foreign documents Apostille authentication of documents
Naturalizations
  • Minimum Residency: 5 years
  • Physical Presence: Must not leave Turkey for more than 180 days during the 5-year residence period. If exceeded, the 5-year period restarts.
  • Language Test: Yes (Turkish)
  • Renounce Original Citizenship: No
  • Minor Dependants: Yes
Spouse Naturalization
  • Living in Country: 3 years of marriage and residency Marriage must be effective and ongoing. Security investigation and clearance required. Must demonstrate social cohesion and economic stability.
  • Living Abroad: 3 years of marriage Marriage must be legally recognized and ongoing. Security clearance still required regardless of residence location.
  • Language Test: Basic understanding of Turkish language required
  • Renounce Citizenship: No
Birthright Citizenship
  • Description: Turkish citizenship is automatically granted to children born to at least one Turkish citizen parent, regardless of place of birth.
  • Conditions: At least one parent must be a Turkish citizen at the time of birth Birth must be registered with Turkish authorities Applies to children born both in Turkey and abroad
Economic Citizenship (Investment)
  • Allowed: Yes
  • Investment Requirements: Purchase real estate worth at least $400,000 USD in designated construction areas Fixed capital investment of at least $500,000 USD Create employment for at least 50 people Bank deposit of $500,000 USD (3-year commitment) Government bonds purchase of $500,000 USD (3-year commitment) Investment fund participation of $500,000 USD Private pension scheme investment of $500,000 USD (3-year commitment)
  • Restrictions: Real estate must be in designated districts with condominium ownership 3-year commitment period for financial investments Properties cannot be resold during commitment period Application processing takes approximately 3-8 months
Other Provisions
  • Child is Citizen: No special naturalization or residency rules for parents of Turkish citizen children who acquired citizenship independently.
  • Specific Nationalities Benefits: Special provisions exist for Meshetian Turks (Ahiska Turks), Uyghur Turks, and some Syrians under temporary protection through exceptional circumstances.
Citizenship by Exception
  • Allowed: Yes
  • Details: Exceptional services to Turkey's scientific, economic, cultural, social or sports development Qualified professionals with valuable industrial skills No residence or temporal conditions required for exceptional cases Decision made at ministerial discretion

Taxation Overview

Personal Tax Overview: Turkey ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท

Key information about personal taxation in Turkey

Taxation system
Residence based
Personal Income Tax Rate (Up to)
40%

Tax Residency

Normal rule: 183 days

Special rule: No information

Special Tax Regime

No information