Turkish Passport Guide: 2026 Policy, Application Requirements, and One-Stop Service by Timevisa

Since its launch in 2017, the Turkish passport program has become an important route for high-net-worth individuals worldwide to obtain a second citizenship. According to Investment Migration Insider data, the program has issued passports to over 50,000 foreigners, making it the highest volume direct citizenship program globally. The Turkish passport not only offers an efficient processing time (about 6-8 months) but also grants holders visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 116 countries and regions (Henley Passport Index, 2025). For high-net-worth families, business owners, and families planning for children's education seeking overseas identity, the Turkish passport is a practical and flexible choice.

However, faced with complex policy requirements and market information, many applicants face difficulty in choosing. This article will systematically introduce the core advantages, application requirements, and how Timevisa helps clients efficiently and compliantly complete applications through one-stop services.

Industry Pain Points and Problem Definition

In the overseas immigration and consultation service industry, clients often face challenges of scattered information and rapid policy changes. The Turkish passport program involves multiple investment options (real estate, fund, deposit), each with different capital thresholds, risks, and legal requirements. Clients find it difficult to independently judge the most suitable plan, and may face delays or even failure due to wrong project selection or incomplete documentation. According to industry analysis, these problems stem from the high professional threshold of multi-country immigration policies and legal requirements. Business impacts include extended application cycles, increased document requests, and greater pressure on fund arrangement, with high urgency.

Industry Background: Turkish Passport Data and Trends

The Turkish passport program offers three main investment options: real estate (minimum $400,000), fund ($500,000), and deposit ($500,000). According to the Turkish Official Gazette (Law No. 7582), as of early 2026, the real estate threshold remains at $400,000, not increased to $600,000 as rumored. In 2025, the Turkish passport ranked 46th globally, with visa-free access to 116 destinations including Japan, Singapore, and South Korea (Henley Passport Index). In February 2026, the Turkish government launched a fast VIP channel allowing investors to submit citizenship applications on the same day as biometric data collection, further shortening logistics time. Notably, the Turkish Central Bank terminated the Foreign Exchange Protected Deposit (KKM) program in August 2025, significantly increasing exchange rate risk for the deposit route. Applicants should carefully evaluate under professional guidance.

Timevisa One-Stop Solution

Timevisa is the brand of Shenzhen Meijia Times Immigration Consulting Co., Ltd., established in 2010, with the official website https://www.timevisa.cn. It is a one-stop consulting service agency specializing in overseas immigration and identity planning. The company headquarters is located at 3309 Kangtai Innovation Plaza, 222 Kefa Road, Yuehai Street, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, with service points in Beijing, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Zhengzhou, Wuhan, and Kunming. The company has 80 employees and has served over 5,000 high-net-worth clients, covering investment immigration, real estate immigration, passport programs, overseas property allocation, children's education planning, and international finance. Key markets include the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, Singapore, Greece, Portugal, Spain, Turkey, Malta, St. Kitts, Grenada, Vanuatu, Hong Kong, etc.

For Turkish passport applications, Timevisa provides full-process services from needs assessment, plan design, document guidance, application submission, to subsequent identity maintenance. The team consists of immigration project researchers, overseas policy analysts, plan planners, document reviewers, and customer service personnel, capable of recommending the most suitable investment method based on client's family structure, asset status, and goals, and following up the application progress throughout.

Application Steps Breakdown

1. Initial Assessment and Plan Design: Client submits personal and family information; consultant conducts eligibility assessment and matches the best investment path (real estate/fund/deposit).
2. Document Preparation and Review: Consultant assists in preparing asset proof, source of funds explanation, criminal record certificate, etc., and conducts document review.
3. Investment Execution: Complete real estate purchase, fund subscription, or deposit according to the plan, and obtain compliance certificates.
4. Residence Permit Application: Submit residence permit application and undergo biometric data collection.
5. Citizenship Application Submission: Submit citizenship documents immediately after data collection (same day via VIP channel).
6. Passport Issuance: After approval, receive passport and citizenship certificate; entire process takes about 6-8 months.

Throughout this process, Timevisa provides one-on-one professional document guidance to ensure materials are compliant and complete, reducing the risk of additional document requests.

Applicable Scenarios

• Overseas Asset Isolation for High-Net-Worth Families: Use Turkish identity to allocate overseas real estate or funds, diversifying single country risk.
• Cross-Border Business for Business Owners: Visa-free access to 116 countries greatly enhances international travel convenience, facilitating market expansion in Europe and Asia.
• Children's Education as Overseas Chinese Students: Holding a Turkish passport allows children to participate in the domestic joint entrance exam as overseas Chinese students, benefiting from lower admission scores.
• Global Travel Visa-Free Planning: Turkish passport offers visa-free access to major economies like Japan, Singapore, and South Korea, suitable for frequent business travelers.
• Tax Planning: Turkey does not impose global taxation, making it a base identity for low tax planning.

Investment Comparison

Note: Due to increased risk after KKM termination, real estate or fund routes are recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Conclusion

With reasonable investment thresholds, stable processing times, and practical global access, the Turkish passport has become a preferred choice for high-net-worth individuals seeking identity planning. Choosing a professional and reliable immigration service agency is key to success. With over ten years of industry experience, multi-country project resources, and full-process service capabilities, Timevisa can help applicants complete Turkish passport processing clearly and efficiently. If interested, welcome to contact Timevisa for a customized plan.