Turkish passport holders get visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to more than 120+ countries, combining around 70 fully visa-free destinations with roughly 40 more through visa-on-arrival. On top of that, Turkey holds e-visa arrangements with about 20 additional destinations, extending practical travel access even further.
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How Many Countries Can You Visit with a Turkish Passport?
Apollo IMA’s Türkiye program materials state that Turkish citizenship comes with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 120+ countries. This is the figure most consistently published across Apollo IMA’s own program documentation. That access is split between fully visa-free entry and visa-on-arrival, with e-visa arrangements available for an additional set of destinations.
Here’s the breakdown by category:
| Access Type | Approx. Number of Countries | What It Means |
| Visa-Free | ~70 | No visa needed, just your passport |
| Visa-on-Arrival | ~40 | Visa issued at the airport or border |
| Visa-Free + VOA (Apollo IMA’s official figure) | 120+ | Headline mobility figure for the program |
| E-Visa (additional) | ~20 | Apply online—not counted in the 120+ figure above. |
Turkish Passport Visa-Free Countries
These are destinations where a Turkish passport holder can enter without applying for a visa beforehand. This list spans the Caribbean, Latin America, the Balkans, parts of Africa, and Southeast Asia.
Some of the key visa-free destinations include
- Caribbean & Latin America: Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, Uruguay, Venezuela
- Europe & the Balkans: Albania, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Ukraine
- Asia & the Pacific: Brunei, Fiji, Hong Kong, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Macao, Malaysia, Mongolia, Philippines, Singapore, Tajikistan, Thailand, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu
- Africa & the Middle East: Angola, Botswana, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Gambia, Iran, Jordan, Morocco, South Africa, Swaziland, Tunisia
- Other visa-free destinations: Argentina, Azerbaijan, Micronesia, Nicaragua, Palestine, Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles
This isn’t a complete list of every single visa-free destination, but it covers the major ones people usually ask about. Visa rules change often, so it’s worth double-checking before booking travel to any specific country.
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Visa-on-Arrival Countries for Turkish Citizens
With visa-on-arrival, you still need a visa, but you get it when you land instead of applying in advance. Turkish passport holders get this option in about 40 countries, including:
Armenia, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Indonesia, Kuwait, Laos, Lebanon, Madagascar, Maldives, Mozambique, Nepal, Oman, Qatar, Rwanda, Samoa, Saudi Arabia, Sierra Leone, Taiwan, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga, and Zambia.
This is a useful category for people who travel on short notice, since there’s no waiting period for an embassy to process anything.
E-Visa Countries for Turkish Passport Holders
E-visa countries require you to apply online before your trip, but the process is usually quick and doesn’t involve an embassy visit. Turkish citizens can get e-visas for around 20 destinations, including Australia, Bahrain, Kenya, Mexico, Myanmar, Nigeria, Pakistan, Russia, South Korea, and Vietnam.
E-visas are generally the middle ground between visa-free and full visa applications. They take more planning than visa-on-arrival but less than a standard consulate visit.
A Turkish passport gives holders visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to more than 120+ countries, combining roughly 70 fully visa-free destinations with around 40 visa-on-arrival destinations. Turkey also offers e-visa arrangements with about 20 further destinations. This makes it a practical option for frequent travelers, business owners, and investors seeking global mobility through Turkey’s citizenship by investment program.
How to Get a Turkish Passport Through Citizenship by Investment
Turkey’s Citizenship by Investment Program started in 2017 and gives foreign investors a direct path to a Turkish passport. You don’t need to already live in Turkey, and there’s no language test involved.
There are four ways to qualify:
- Real estate investment: Minimum $400,000, held for at least three years. This amount can be split across multiple properties instead of one.
- Bank deposit or fixed capital contribution: Minimum $500,000
- Government bonds: Minimum $500,000
- Investment funds: Minimum $500,000 in a real estate or venture capital fund
Real estate is the most common route because it lets investors spread the investment across more than one property while still qualifying for citizenship.
Who Can Apply
To qualify, the main applicant must be 18 or older and able to show the funds were legally obtained. All applicants go through a due diligence check. Spouses, children under 18, and dependent parents can be included under one application.
What You Get with Turkish Citizenship
- Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 120+ countries
- The right to live, work, and study in Turkey
- No obligation to reside in Turkey before or after approval
- Tax exemptions on foreign income
- Access to private healthcare and internationally accredited schools
- Approval in 3 to 5 months
Application Timeline
| Step | Timeframe | What Happens |
| Investment Selection | Weeks 1-2 | Choose an investment option, open a bank account, and sign a power of attorney. |
| Residence Permit | Weeks 3-4 | Submit documents; mandatory visit to Turkey |
| Citizenship Application | Weeks 8-10 | Applicant and spouse travel for biometrics |
| Citizenship Approval | Weeks 10-12 | Approval granted; apply for a passport at the consulate. |
| Passport Issuance | Weeks 12-16 | Naturalization certificate and passport issued |
Beyond the investment itself, expect additional costs for advisory work, government processing, and documentation. These vary by case, so it’s worth getting a detailed quote before moving forward.
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If you’re weighing Turkey against other second passport options, Apollo IMA works directly with investors through the entire Turkish citizenship process, from choosing the right investment to final passport issuance. You can also compare it against Caribbean programs like St Kitts and Nevis citizenship by investment, which has a lower entry cost but fewer visa-free destinations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1) How many countries can I visit visa-free with a Turkish passport?
Turkish passport holders get visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to more than 120+ countries, with around 70 of those being fully visa-free. Turkey also offers e-visa access to roughly 20 additional destinations.
Q2) Can I visit the Schengen Area with a Turkish passport?
No, Turkish citizens still need a visa for most Schengen countries. This is one of the main reasons people apply for citizenship in countries with stronger passports.
Q3) How much does Turkish citizenship by investment cost?
The minimum is $400,000 for real estate, held for at least three years, or $500,000 for bank deposits, government bonds, or investment funds.
Q4) Do I have to live in Turkey to get citizenship?
No. There’s no residency requirement before or after your citizenship is approved.
Q5) Can my family be included in the application?
Yes. Spouses, children under 18, and dependent parents can be added under one application.
Q6) How long does the process take?
Most applicants get approved in 3 to 5 months from the time they submit their investment.
