Which documents are required for the Turkish citizenship application process?

Comprehensive Checklist for Citizenship by Investment

To successfully apply for Turkish citizenship through the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program, you must gather and submit the following documents. The requirements differ slightly for the main applicant, their spouse, and children under 18.

For the Main Applicant:

1. Biometric Photos:
   Eight copies of a 50x60 mm white background photo, without patterns, suitable for machine-readable documents.

2. Single Status Document:
   A legal document proving your single status.

3. Birth Certificate:
   An official copy of your birth certificate.

4. Passport Copy:
   A notarized and translated copy of the ID information page of your passport.

5. Power of Attorney:
   A draft provided by your law firm, granting them authority to act on your behalf.

6. Police Clearance Document:
   A document verifying that you have no criminal record.

For Spouse:

1. Biometric Photos:
   Two copies of a 50x60 mm white background photo, suitable for machine-readable documents.

2. Marriage Certificate:
   An official copy of your marriage certificate.

3. Birth Certificate:
   A copy or birth letter issued based on the birth certificate.

4. Passport Translation:
   A translated version of your spouse's passport.

5. Police Clearance Certificate:
   A document verifying that your spouse has no criminal record.

6. Power of Attorney:
   A draft provided by your law firm.

For Children Under 18:

1. Birth Certificate:
   A copy or birth letter issued based on the birth certificate.

2. Passport Translation:
   A translated version of the child’s passport.