Turkey is known for its diverse lifestyle and historical significance. It stands as the cultural and dynamic bridge connecting Europe and Asia, making it a distinctive choice for living.
Turkey’s capital city, Ankara is a top tourist destination famous for its breathtaking sunset views. The official language of the country is Turkish although English is widely spoken.
Turkey’s Citizenship by Investment program commenced in 2017 with the objective to allow investors and families to gain citizenship rights in the country.
The Turkish passport promises an opportunistic future to individuals with high returns on investment, global mobility, a premium lifestyle, and much more.
Türkiye passport at a glance
| Global passport ranking | 49th |
| Visa-free destinations | 110+ |
| Ranking five years ago | 50th (2022) |
| Schengen Area | Not on the visa-free list |
| United Kingdom | Not on the visa-free list |
The Türkiye passport has moved within a narrow band over five years: 50th in 2022, 52nd in 2023, 52nd in 2024, 46th in 2025 and 49th in 2026. In global passport rankings, “visa-free” covers visa-free entry, visa on arrival and electronic travel authorisation (eTA). Permitted length of stay and entry conditions differ by country, so always confirm the current rules before you travel.
Visa-free countries for Türkiye passport holders
The 110+ destinations are grouped by region below. Each table reads left to right in alphabetical order.
Europe and Eurasia (11)
| Albania | Azerbaijan | Belarus | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Georgia | Kosovo | Moldova | Montenegro |
| North Macedonia | Serbia | Ukraine |
The Americas and the Caribbean (31)
| Antigua and Barbuda | Argentina | The Bahamas | Barbados |
| Belize | Bolivia | Brazil | Chile |
| Colombia | Costa Rica | Dominica | Dominican Republic |
| Ecuador | El Salvador | Guatemala | Haiti |
| Honduras | Jamaica | Mexico | Nicaragua |
| Panama | Paraguay | Peru | St. Kitts and Nevis |
| St. Lucia | St. Vincent and the Grenadines | Suriname | Trinidad and Tobago |
| Turks and Caicos Islands | Uruguay | Venezuela |
Asia (22)
| Bangladesh | Brunei | Cambodia | Hong Kong (SAR China) |
| Indonesia | Japan | Kazakhstan | Kyrgyzstan |
| Laos | Macao (SAR China) | Malaysia | Maldives |
| Mongolia | Nepal | Philippines | Singapore |
| South Korea | Sri Lanka | Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) | Thailand |
| Timor-Leste | Uzbekistan |
Middle East (9)
| Armenia | Bahrain | Iran | Jordan |
| Kuwait | Lebanon | Oman | Qatar |
| Saudi Arabia |
Africa (31)
| Angola | Botswana | Burundi | Cape Verde Islands |
| Comoro Islands | Côte d’Ivoire | Djibouti | Egypt |
| Equatorial Guinea | eSwatini | Ethiopia | The Gambia |
| Guinea-Bissau | Kenya | Libya | Madagascar |
| Mauritius | Morocco | Mozambique | Namibia |
| Rwanda | São Tomé and Príncipe | Senegal | Seychelles |
| Sierra Leone | South Africa | Sudan | Tanzania |
| Tunisia | Zambia | Zimbabwe |
Oceania and the Pacific (10)
| Cook Islands | Fiji | Marshall Islands | Micronesia |
| Niue | Palau Islands | Samoa | Tonga |
| Tuvalu | Vanuatu |
Which destinations are visa on arrival or eTA?
Most entries above are fully visa free. These are the exceptions:
- Visa on arrival: Bangladesh, Cambodia, Laos, Maldives, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Taiwan (Chinese Taipei), Timor-Leste, Armenia, Kuwait, Lebanon, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Burundi, Cape Verde Islands, Comoro Islands, Djibouti, Egypt, Ethiopia, Guinea-Bissau, Madagascar, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Marshall Islands, Palau Islands, Samoa, Tonga, Tuvalu
- eTA (apply online before travel): Mexico, Suriname, St. Kitts and Nevis, South Korea, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya
Where do Türkiye passport holders need a visa?
These commonly searched destinations do not appear on the September 2026 visa-free list:
- North America and the Caribbean: United States, Canada, Cuba, Grenada
- Europe: Schengen Area countries, United Kingdom, Ireland, Russian Federation
- Asia-Pacific: Australia, New Zealand, China, India, Vietnam
- Gulf: United Arab Emirates
- Africa: Nigeria, Ghana, Uganda, Algeria
If you plan to visit one of these, apply for the visa in advance through the relevant embassy or consulate.
What the visa-free access means in practice
The list is strongest across Latin America, the Balkans and Eastern Europe, Central and Southeast Asia, and the Gulf, with Japan, Brazil, Argentina and Indonesia among the standout entries. That suits business trips, property viewings and holidays on one passport.
It does not include the Schengen Area or the United Kingdom, and it does not give you the right to live or work in any listed country. Longer stays require a residence permit from the country concerned.
Why the visa-free list matters for citizenship by investment
Türkiye is one of the established citizenship by investment options, with Türkiye citizenship starting from $400,000. Investors typically weigh:
- Visa-free access to 110+ destinations, including Japan, Brazil, Argentina and Singapore
- A passport ranked 49th in global rankings in 2026
- A second passport as a backup for business and family travel
- Reach across Latin America, Eastern Europe, Asia, the Gulf and Africa
Looking for the current costs, timeline and requirements? Program rules change from time to time. Read our latest update on how Türkiye updates real estate valuation rules for citizenship applications, or explore our Türkiye Citizenship by Investment page for the process, eligibility and latest figures. Existing citizens can also see our Türkiye passport renewal page.
Speak to a UNO Capital advisor to find out whether Türkiye citizenship by investment fits your travel and residency goals.
Last updated: October 2026. Visa requirements change often; confirm with official sources before travelling.
