Accelerated Turkish Citizenship Processing

The Istanbul Migration Office has streamlined the Citizenship by Investment process: starting February 9, 2026, investors can submit biometrics for a residence permit and apply for Turkish citizenship on the very same day, with no waiting period in between.

How the Old Process Worked

Previously, applicants had to make at least two trips to Turkey. First, they came to apply for a residence permit and give biometrics. Then they waited for the residence card to be approved — and only after that could they begin the citizenship application. This meant extra weeks of waiting, double the travel costs, and unnecessary hassle.

What the New Process Looks Like

Now everything gets done in a single visit:

• Biometrics with no queues
• Same-day residence permit approval (if all documents are in order)
• Citizenship application submitted the same day or the next day

This is one of the most convenient options available. In most cases, one trip replaces two, cutting both time and logistics costs for the entire family.

Fee for Faster Processing

Accelerated processing comes with an extra charge:

• $1,000 — for the main applicant
• $500 — for each additional family member

Important:

The investment requirements and core program rules remain unchanged. Only the administrative speed has been improved.

To get a Turkish passport, 90% of investors still choose real estate purchases starting from $400,000. Contact us — we’ll send you a curated list of properties or arrange a detailed consultation with our citizenship by investment experts.