Alright, let’s talk about how I got my hands on a Turkish passport, without actually going there. You know, there’s been a buzz about Turkey’s citizenship program, so I figured, why not dive in and see what’s up?
Started with some digging
First things first, I hit up the internet. Did a bunch of searches, looked through forums, and read some articles. Gotta get the lay of the land, right? I found out that there are a few ways to get a Turkish passport, like investing a chunk of change in property or putting money in a Turkish bank.
Found some companies
Next, I started looking for companies that help with this kind of thing. There are a lot of them out there, so I had to sift through to find ones that seemed legit. Looked at their websites, read some reviews, and checked if they had any complaints against them. You gotta be careful, you know?

Picked one and got in touch
After narrowing it down, I picked a company that looked promising. I sent them an email, asking about the process, the costs, and all that jazz. They got back to me pretty quick, which was a good sign. We had a few back-and-forths, and they answered all my questions.
Decided on the investment route
So, there were different ways to go about it, but I decided to go with the property investment route. It seemed like the most straightforward option. I had to invest at least $400,000 in real estate in Turkey.
Looked at properties
The company I was working with sent me a bunch of listings. I looked through them, checked out the locations on a map, and tried to get a feel for the neighborhoods. It was all virtual, of course, since I wasn’t in Turkey.
Chose a property and made the investment
After some consideration, I picked a property that I liked. It was a nice apartment in Istanbul. I wired the money to the company’s account, and they handled the purchase for me. It felt a bit weird buying a property sight unseen, but I trusted the process. Also, I made the bank transfer to complete the investment. It was a bit nerve-wracking to send that much money, but it had to be done.
Submitted the application
Once the property purchase was done, we moved on to the application. I had to fill out a bunch of forms, provide my passport details, and get some documents notarized. The company helped me with all of this, making sure everything was in order.
Waited for approval
Then came the waiting game. The application was submitted to the Turkish authorities, and I just had to sit tight. They say it usually takes a few months, but it can vary.
Got the good news
Finally, after a few months, I got the email I was waiting for. My application was approved! I was officially eligible for Turkish citizenship. I was stoked, to say the least.
Received the passport
The last step was getting the actual passport. The company arranged for it to be sent to me. A few weeks later, a package arrived, and there it was—my brand new Turkish passport. It felt surreal holding it in my hands.
So yeah, that’s how I got a Turkish passport without stepping foot in Turkey. It was a bit of a process, but totally worth it. If you’re thinking about doing something similar, just make sure you do your homework and work with a reputable company. It’s a big decision, but it can definitely pay off!