Obtaining a second citizenship through the TCBI Program

Türkiye (Turkey), located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, is a formal candidate country for the European Union and has signed a bilateral trade agreement with the EU. Its capital, Ankara, and major city, Istanbul, are the local political and economic centers, boasting modern urban development and rich cultural landscapes. The Turkish Citizenship by Investment (TCBI) program is an immigration scheme designed by the Turkish government for foreign investors. As long as applicants complete the investment according to relevant regulations, they can directly apply for a Turkish passport with no residency restrictions, making it one of the most attractive investment immigration programs in the Eurasian region.

Advantages of applying for TCBI program

1. No need to renounce original nationality to get a second passport.

2. Family members can apply together: spouse and children.

3. Low application threshold: No language, education, or residency requirements.

4. Enjoy a sound social welfare system in Türkiye.

5. Travel freely to 110+ visa-free countries within Turkish passport.

   
   

I. Qualifications and Required Documents

According to the rules established by the Turkish Presidency of Migration Management and the Investment & Finance Office, those wishing to obtain Turkish residency through investment and subsequently convert to citizenship must prepare the following documents:

• Personal data: including passport copies, ID photos, and identity cards, etc.

• Certificate of no criminal record (certificate of good conduct).

• Proof of address: Owned residence, rented property, or hotel accommodation.

• Proof of financial resources: such as employment certificate, pay stubs, pension income certificate, and tax returns, etc.

• Documents proving the relationship: such as marriage certificate, children's birth certificates, and support certificates, etc.

II. Application Process

Step 1 : Apply for a Turkish Tax Number.

Before making an investment, applicants must apply for a Turkish tax number from the Turkish Tax Authority in order to open a bank account and conduct economic activities locally.

Step 2 : Choosing an investment plan.

1. Bank fixed deposit : US$500,000

2. Subscription of company shares approved by the Turkish Capital Market Authority (CMB) : US$500,000

3. Real estate investment: USD 400,000 (subject to nationality restrictions)

4. Create 50 jobs locally

Step 3 : Open a bank account.

If applicants wish to invest through a fixed deposit, they need to open an account at a local bank and set a deposit term of at least 3 years.

Step 4 : Apply for a short-term residence permit.

When applying for a short-term residence permit, fingerprints will be taken along with the application materials, so applicants must travel to Türkiye in person to complete the process.

Upon approval, a residence permit will be issued.

Step 5 : Apply for citizenship and obtain a passport

Once residency is approved, applicants can immediately apply for Turkish citizenship, and their fingerprints must be taken in Türkiye again.

After citizenship application is approved, applicants can go register their Turkish identity card and passport.

*The information in this article is for reference only. Please refer to the latest official announcement at the time of application for the most accurate information.

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