Turkish Citizenship By Fund Investment
The Turkish Parliament introduced a regulation in 2018 that remains valid today, providing one of the most streamlined and practical alternatives to citizenship by real estate investment. Antalya Homes offers professional support throughout the entire Turkish citizenship application process.
Citizenship by Fund Investment Information
• A minimum investment of 500,000 USD is required through government-approved real estate investment funds purchased via banks operating in Türkiye.
• Capital Markets Board of Turkey licensed funds.
• Your investment is held securely by the bank as the official custodian during the mandatory holding period.
• Funds are regulated and audited in accordance with Capital Markets Board of Turkey (CMB) regulations.
FAQ about Fund Investment
Q: How to become Turkish citizenship and how does this process work?
A: After purchasing a real estate investment fund (REIF) worth at least 500,000 USD through a Turkish bank, the bank submits the necessary information to the Capital Markets Board of Turkey to obtain an eligibility certificate. Antalya Homes assists you in preparing and submitting all required documents. Once you receive the official approval document from the bank, your Turkish citizenship application is submitted to the General Directorate of Population and Citizenship Affairs, where you will be invited to complete the final procedures.
Q: Do I need to purchase only one fund above 500.000 USD, or can it be multiple funds or a bank deposit?
A: You can purchase various funds and put some portion of money into a bank deposit with a total value of more than 500.000 USD. But you need to apply at the same time for all. If the declared values are above 500.000 USD, the Government accepts citizenship applications.
Q: What is the 3-year rule?
A: Bear in mind, you will not be allowed to sell your investment for up to three years. Though you are able to get your interest, profit, or dividends.
Q: How much does Antalya Homes demand process follow-up service fees?
A: We are highly experienced in citizenship by real estate investment which is the most popular way to obtain citizenship. We help you from selecting the most profitable funds until you receive Turkish passports. Antalya Homes demands 5.000 Euro + expenses + VAT as a service fee.
Q: How much does this process take?
A: It takes time between 2 and 4 months if all the required documents are complete for the citizenship application.
Q: Can I purchase a commercial fund with a rental income guarantee? Does this allow me to get citizenship by investment?
A: Yes, any eligible real estate investment fund approved by the Capital Markets Board, whether it includes residential, commercial, or land assets, qualifies for the citizenship program regardless of rental income guarantees.
Q: What documents do you need to get Turkish citizenship?
A: After purchasing funds with us, Antalya Homes team helps you to supply all required documents.
Q: Can more than one person have the fund shares?
A: Yes. You, your wife (or husband), and all your children under the age of 18.
Read more about Real Estate Funds in Turkey.