Turkey Citizenship by Investment: Step-by-Step Process 2026

Quick Answer Quick Answer: The 2026 Turkish CBI process runs in 12 concrete steps , from opening a Turkish bank account to receiving the passport. With a competent lawyer, the full timeline is 4–8 months and requires one 5–7 day in-person visit — the rest can be handled by power of attorney. The 12 Steps Tax number: issued in ~15 minutes at any Turkish tax office. Turkish bank account: in person, ~1–2 hours. Power of attorney to your independent lawyer. Property shortlist + due diligence: tapu check, earthquake compliance, zoning. SPK-licensed valuation report confirming USD 400k+ market value. Transfer funds from abroad in foreign currency into your Turkish account. Convert at the bank and file the DAB (Döviz Alım Belgesi). Sign the tapu at the Land Registry — 3-year no-sale note added. Uygunluk Belgesi (CBI eligibility certificate) — 4–6 weeks. Short-term CBI residence permit for the applicant and family. Citizenship application submitted, biometric appointments booked. Passport issuance — usually within 2–4 weeks of approval. Documents to Bring Passport (6+ months validity) Legalized birth certificate, marriage certificate, children's birth certificates (apostilled) 4 biometric photos per family member Proof of address in home country Common Delays Foreign source-of-funds not clearly documented — bank rejects the transfer. Apostille missing on family documents — refiled from home country. Buying below-market and inflating the valuation — file rejected outright. Make the Trip Count Because the whole file hinges on your one in-person week, use it well. Our CBI scouting itineraries combine independent lawyer meetings, bank setup, valuation walk-throughs and shortlisted property viewings — all in one structured 5–7 day trip. Plan your CBI scouting week →