Türkiye, straddling Europe and Asia, is the largest economy among all CBI nations and a member of NATO, the G20, and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation. Its CBI programme, launched in 2018, has become the highest-volume programme globally, driven primarily by real estate acquisitions in Istanbul, Antalya, and other major cities. Türkiye’s strategic value lies in its US E-2 Treaty access (shared only with Grenada among CBI countries), its customs union with the European Union, and its position as a bridge between European and Middle Eastern markets. The programme offers five distinct investment routes and processes applications in 3–6 months. However, Türkiye’s worldwide tax system, elevated safety concerns (Global Peace Index), and moderate passport mobility (120 visa-free destinations) constrain its composite score.
Last Updated: May 27, 2026
2026 Global Citizenship Programs Report: Türkiye
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Introduction
Rankings Snapshot
Index | Ranking | Score |
|---|---|---|
Overall Ranking
| 10th | 77.41 |
Procedure
| 7th | 87.00 |
Mobility
| 9th | 75.75 |
Tax Optimization
| 13th | 56.25 |
Quality of Life
| 12th | 54.86 |
Investment
| 8th | 78.60 |
Credibility
| 9th | 76.40 |
Compliance
| 8th | 74.00 |
Country Information at a Glance
Continent: Asia/Europe
Population (2025 est.): 86,000,000
GDP Nominal (USD, 2025): USD 1,130 B
GDP per Capita (USD, 2025): USD 13,200
Program Type: Structured CBI
Economic/Mobility Blocs: NATO, G20, OIC, UN, US E-2 Treaty
Category | Details |
|---|---|
Legal Provision
| Article 12 of Turkish Citizenship Law No. 5901 |
Region
| Europe |
Minimum Investment Threshold
| $400,000 |
Year of Inception
| 2018 |
Visa-free Countries
| 120 |
Investment Options
| Real estate, bank deposit, bonds, fixed capital, or employment |
Physical Presence Requirements
| None |
Family Member Inclusion
| Spouse, children under 18, disabled dependants any age |
Dual Citizenship Allowed
| Yes |
Average Processing Time
| 3-6 months |
Total Costs (MIT + Fees)
| $ 415,000+ |
Language Requirements
| No |
Tax System / Tax Rates
| Worldwide / CT:25%, PIT:15-40%, CGT:in PIT, WT:0%, IT:1-30%, ET: 0% |
Conclusion
Footnotes
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