Turkish passport advantages and ranking for 2023

08/02/2024 Turkish Citizenship 7278

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Many observers were startled by the ranking of the Turkish passport for 2023, as most predicted a reduction in its strength as a result of the impact of the Corona epidemic. However, the Turkish passport had demonstrated its strength over the previous several years and had only fallen a few rankings in comparison to the decline of several other countries' passports.

Damasturk Real Estate has prepared this article for you to cover everything linked to the Turkish passport and compare it with many other international passports, in line with all the relevant updates for foreigners desiring to gain citizenship and a Turkish passport. We also discussed the methods for getting it, its several types, and the countries that allow entry using it. To find out more, we recommend you read this article.

What makes one country's passport more powerful than others?

There are, of course, passports from certain countries that are stronger than others, but how do you know that? To demonstrate the superiority of one passport over another, worldwide passport rating platforms use basic criteria. What exactly are these criteria?

The ability passports offer to travel freely across countries.
The number of countries into which a passport holder can travel, in general.
The number of countries that a passport holder can access without a prior or electronic visa.

According to this standpoint, the value of passports around the world is fluctuating from day to day, which is also a result of the political and diplomatic ties that exist between countries. Not to forget the coronavirus pandemic, which had a significant impact on the closure of some countries on citizens from other countries.

The Turkish passport in 2023: power and advantages

Strength of Turkish passport in 2023

The Turkish passport has demonstrated extraordinary efficiency by ranking among the greatest international passports, and the most compelling evidence of this is the existing desire of many people throughout the world to get Turkish citizenship, which has become easier through methods allowed by the Turkish government.

The potency of the Turkish passport 2023 is demonstrated by the fact that its holder can travel to 113 countries without a prior visa; 63 of these countries grant visa-free entry, while 55 require a visa that must be obtained upon arrival.

Advantages of the Turkish passport in 2023

The Turkish passport is ranked 39th in the world.
The Turkish passport holders are allowed to enter 113 countries worldwide, 63 of which do not require a visa and 45 of which do on arrival.
Additionally, the holder of a Turkish passport is entitled to all the same privileges as a Turkish citizen, including:
- The right to vote and run for office in Turkey.
- The right to access free education in Turkish institutions.
- The right to preserve his or her nationality.
- The right to access the same medical rights as Turkish citizens.

The Turkish passport ranking in the world for 2023

Although we are still dealing with the impacts of the coronavirus epidemic, the Turkish passport now holds the thirty-ninth position on the globe. It is projected that in only a few months, the Turkish passport will rise in the rankings, but this, however, depends on how well the world is going to deal with the effects of the pandemic.

According to international rankings and categorization, the Turkish passport ranks higher than the passports of various Arab nations; we will list the most notable of them below:

The Qatari passport
The Kuwaiti passport
The Bahraini passport
The Saudi passport
The Chinese passport
The Tunisian passport
The Egyptian passport

The main reasons for seeking a Turkish passport

There are numerous broad factors, and they vary from one country's inhabitants to another's, but we all concur on a few key factors, namely:

The fact that several of Turkey's neighboring countries are embroiled in a number of conflicts.
The political and financial security of the Turkish state.
Acquiring a Turkish passport makes it easier to travel to more than 113 countries worldwide.
Considering the recent developments in the world, having a second passport in addition to the applicant's original passport is a viable decision.
Turkey's strategic position and importance on the world stage, particularly now that it is a party to resolving the international dispute and so has a voice and a veto power.
The Turkish state's breathtaking natural beauty and myriad tourist and archaeological sites.
Living in Turkey is a significant advantage due to the availability of an environment that is ideal for settlement and housing.
Turkey has affordable real estate compared to many other countries.

Types of Turkish passports

Turkish passports come in four variations:

Red Turkish Passport

The ordinary Turkish passport, which is red in color, can be issued by anyone with Turkish citizenship without restriction and has a maximum validity of 10 years. It is easily obtained by paying the value-added tax, which we shall discuss later.

Gray Turkish Passport

Members of official missions and personnel operating outside of Turkey, as well as Red Crescent staff, are permitted to travel using the gray service Turkish passport, which is given to Turkish state employees who represent Turkey in foreign countries and work in consulates, embassies, and other government positions. This passport may not be used for personal purposes such as tourism.

Green Turkish Passport

Former ministers and members of parliament, as well as mayors in urban areas, athletes, and retired mayors, are all eligible to receive the special Turkish passport with a green hue. However, in order to obtain one, one must meet specific requirements.

Black Turkish Passport

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issues the black Turkish diplomatic passport. This passport also serves as a professional passport for Turkish diplomatic missions and grants visa-free travel to the majority of countries. It can be earned by all Turkish presidential personnel, including members of parliament, government ministers, mayors of Turkish cities, judges, and senior prosecutors.

Turkish passport costs in 2023

A Turkish passport costs differ depending on the year and the length of its validity. Regarding the current year 2023, the costs are as follows:

The tax cost for a 6-month Turkish passport is 309 Turkish liras.
The tax cost for a one-year Turkish passport is 450.8 Turkish liras.
The tax cost for a two-year Turkish passport is 738 Turkish liras.
The tax cost for a three-year Turkish passport is 1048.7 Turkish liras.
The tax cost for a 4-to-10-year Turkish passport is 1478 Turkish liras.

Turkish passport issuance procedures in 2023

The following steps should be taken to get a Turkish passport relatively easily and quickly:

Prepare the following documents, which are required for a Turkish passport issuance:
1. Two biometric photographs
2. Turkish identity
3. A receipt for tax payment for the Turkish passport
Schedule an appointment with the Directorate of Migration and Passports by clicking on the link and choosing a date and time.
Show up for the appointment and turn in the paperwork.
Wait 5 to 10 working days and the Turkish passport will arrive by mail.

Where can I pay Turkish passport fees?

Turkish passport costs can be paid in three different ways:

Use any ATM operated by one of the three state-owned banks (Ziraat Bank, Waqf Bank, or Halk Bank).
Through the application of any of the state's banks that we previously mentioned.

Online using Turkey's platform for the Public Tax Administration.

How to get a Turkish passport in 2023

The Turkish government has made it possible to become a Turkish citizen and to receive a Turkish passport in six different ways:

Turkish citizenship by marriage

In order to get Turkish citizenship by marriage, one must marry a Turkish citizen. Consequently, a marriage in Turkey cannot provide Turkish citizenship if both of the spouses are not Turkish. Several requirements, however, must also be met, the most significant of which are:

One of the parties to the marriage must be of Turkish origin.
The marriage is entered into with the intention of starting a family, rather than simply obtaining Turkish citizenship.
The foreign spouse can apply for citizenship after at least three years from registering the marriage contract in its official form "in the official marriage departments."
The foreign spouse has to have a family residence permit extended three times in a row.
The process of obtaining Turkish citizenship by marriage might take anywhere from six months to a year or longer.

Turkish citizenship by real estate investment in Turkey

The majority of people from Arab countries and around the world have become interested in this investment method of obtaining Turkish citizenship, which involves purchasing one property in Turkey or possibly several properties with a combined value of $400,000. However, there are some fundamental requirements as follows:

The market value of the asset or real estate must be at least $400 000 USD.
Possession of one or more properties for three years with a commitment not to sell them under any circumstances.
Turkish citizenship is only conferred to the spouse with minor children under the age of 18 if the property owner has Turkish citizenship.
After three years, the process of gaining Turkish citizenship should not take more than 90 days.

Turkish citizenship by government investment or bank deposit

Since 2018, this law has been permitted to gain Turkish citizenship by bank deposit, and the sum has been cut from 2 million dollars to 500 thousand dollars. Anyway, there are other requirements that must be met after depositing, including the following:

Make a $500,000 deposit in a public or private bank in Turkey.
Through the Central Bank of Turkey exclusively, convert the sum into Turkish Lira.
Keep this deposit for a minimum of three years.
After three years, the process of obtaining Turkish citizenship takes no more than 90 days.

Turkish citizenship by providing job opportunities

Establishing a factory or business in Turkey that meets the following criteria is another novel way for people who want to invest in Turkey and start businesses or factories there:

Founding a factory or a business on Turkish territory, irrespective of the company's financial situation or budget.
Legally hiring at least 50 Turkish nationals and activating their social insurance.
The process of gaining Turkish citizenship should take no more than 90 days.

Turkish citizenship through work residence permit in Turkey

Anyone with a work residence permit in Turkey is eligible to apply for Turkish citizenship. There are requirements that must be fulfilled, of course:

Renewal of a work residence permit in Turkey for at least five years in a row.
The maximum amount of time spent outside of Turkey for the whole five-year term is six months.
The holder of a work permit must be included in the social insurance records during the validity of the residential permit.
Turkish citizenship, in this case, can be obtained in six months to two years.

Turkish citizenship by Turkish or Ottoman ancestry

One may petition for Turkish citizenship if their grandparents or parents had Turkish identities, or if they hold title deeds or other documents proving ownership of Ottoman or other assets. However, the following requirements must be fulfilled:

Evidence of Turkish or Ottoman ancestry is necessary.
A lawyer must be recruited to finish the application procedure and follow the application through to completion.
Turkish citizenship can be obtained in six months to two years.

Countries that require an electronic visa for entry from holders of Turkish passports in 2023

According to the following table, a holder of a Turkish passport will be able to enter 55 countries in 2023, either through the issuing of an electronic visa or directly upon arrival:

Country	Country
Armenia	Electronic Visa/120 days
Angola	Pre-visa on arrival
Australia	Electronic Visa
Bahrain	Electronic Visa
Benin	Electronic Visa
Burkina Faso	Visa on arrival/90 days
Burundi	Visa on arrival/30 days
Cambodia	Electronic Visa/30 days
Cape Verde	Visa on arrival (EASE)
Comoros	Visa on arrival/45 days
Congo	Electronic Visa/90 days
Cote d'Ivoire	Pre-application/90 days
Cuba	Tourist card/30 days
Djibouti	Electronic Visa
Ethiopia	Electronic Visa
Gabon	Visa on arrival/Electronic Visa/90 days
Guinea	Electronic Visa/90 days
Guinea-Bissau	Visa on arrival/Electronic Visa/90 days
Guyana	Pre-visa on arrival
Indonesia	Visa on arrival/30 days
Kenya	Electronic Visa/90 days
Kuwait	Electronic Visa/90 days
Lebanon	Visa on arrival/30 days
Lesotho	Electronic Visa/14 days
Libya	Visa on arrival/90 days
Madagascar	Visa on arrival/Electronic Visa/90 days
Malawi	Electronic Visa/90 days
Maldives	Visa on arrival/30 days
Mauritania	Visa on arrival
Mexico	Electronic travel authorization/180 days
Mozambique	Visa on arrival/30 days
Namibia	Visa on arrival/90 days
Nepal	Visa on arrival/90 days
Nigeria	Pre-visa on arrival
Oman	Visa on arrival/Electronic Visa/14 days
Pakistan	Electronic travel authorization/30 days
Palau	Visa on arrival/30 days
Rwanda	Visa on arrival/Electronic Visa/30 days
Samoa	Visa on arrival/60 days
Seychelles	Tourist registration/90 days
Sierra Leone	Visa on arrival/30 days
Somalia	Visa on arrival/30 days
South Korea	Electronic travel authorization/90 days
South Sudan	Electronic visa
Sri Lanka	Electronic travel authorization/30 days
Sudan	Visa on arrival/90 days
Suriname	Electronic Tourist card/90 days
Tanzania	Visa on arrival/Electronic Visa
Timor-Leste	Visa on arrival/30 days
Togo	Visa on arrival/7 days
Tuvalu	Visa on arrival/30 days
Uganda	Electronic Visa
United Arab Emirates	Electronic Visa
Zambia	Visa on arrival/Electronic Visa/90 days
Zimbabwe	Visa on arrival/90 days

Countries that Turkish passport holders can only enter with a pre-visa for the year 2023

As shown in the following table, there are 69 countries that Turkish passport holders cannot travel to in 2023 without first obtaining an advance visa for:

Country	Visa
Afghanistan	Visa required
Algeria	Visa required
Andorra	Visa required
Austria	Visa required
Belgium	Visa required
Bhutan	Visa required
Bulgaria	Visa required
Canada	Visa required
Central African Republic	Visa required
Chad	Visa required
China	Visa required
Congo	Visa required
Croatia	Visa required
Cyprus	Visa required
Czech Republic	Visa required
Denmark	Visa required
Egypt	Visa required
Equatorial Guinea	Visa required
Eritrea	Visa required
Estonia	Visa required
Finland	Visa required
France	Visa required
Germany	Visa required
Ghana	Visa required
Greece	Visa required
Grenada	Visa required
Hungary	Visa required
Iceland	Visa required
India	Visa required
Iraq	Visa required
Ireland	Visa required
Italy	Visa required
Kiribati	Visa required
Latvia	Visa required
Liberia	Visa required
Liechtenstein	Visa required
Lithuania	Visa required
Luxembourg	Visa required
Mali	Visa required
Malta	Visa required
Monaco	Visa required
Myanmar/Burma	Visa required
Nauru	Visa required
Netherlands	Visa required
New Zealand	Visa required
Niger	Visa required
North Korea	Visa required
Norway	Visa required
Papua New Guinea	Visa required
Poland	Visa required
Portugal	Visa required
Romania	Visa required
Russian Federation	Visa required
San Marino	Visa required
Saudi Arabia	Visa required
Senegal	Visa required
Slovakia	Visa required
Slovenia	Visa required
Spain	Visa required
Sweden	Visa required
Switzerland	Visa required
Syria	Visa required
Turkmenistan	Visa required
United Kingdom	Visa required
United States of America	Visa required
Vatican	Visa required
Viet Nam	Visa required
Yemen	Visa required

Countries that Turkish passport holders are prohibited from entering due to the Corona epidemic in 2023

As indicated in the table below, a Turkish passport holder is unable to travel to 11 countries in 2023 because of the Corona epidemic:

Country	Visa
Bangladesh	COVID-19 ban
Cameroon	COVID-19 ban
Japan	COVID-19 ban
Laos	COVID-19 ban
Macao	COVID-19 ban
Marshall Islands	COVID-19 ban
Micronesia	COVID-19 ban
Solomon Islands	COVID-19 ban
Taiwan	COVID-19 ban
Tonga	COVID-19 ban
Vanuatu	COVID-19 ban

Countries that Turkish passport holders can enter without a visa in 2023

The number of countries into which a Turkish passport holder is permitted to access with no visa in 2023 is 63, as stated in the table below:

Country	Visa	Duration of stay without a visa
Albania	Visa-free	Unlimited
Antigua and Barbuda	Visa-free	180 days
Argentina	Visa-free	90 days
Azerbaijan	Visa-free	90 days
Bahamas	Visa-free	240 days
Barbados	Visa-free	180 days
Belarus	Visa-free	30 days
Belize	Visa-free	90 days
Bolivia	Visa-free	90 days
Bosnia and Herzegovina	Visa-free	90 days
Botswana	Visa-free	90 days
Brazil	Visa-free	90 days
Brunei	Visa-free	30 days
Chile	Visa-free	90 days
Colombia	Visa-free	90 days
Costa Rica	Visa-free	90 days
Dominica	Visa-free	21 days
Dominican Republic	Visa-free	Unlimited
Ecuador	Visa-free	90 days
El Salvador	Visa-free	90 days
Eswatini	Visa-free	30 days
Fiji	Visa-free	120 days
Gambia	Visa-free	90 days
Georgia	Visa-free	360 days
Guatemala	Visa-free	90 days
Haiti	Visa-free	90 days
Honduras	Visa-free	90 days
Hong Kong	Visa-free	90 days
Iran	Visa-free	90 days
Jamaica	Visa-free	90 days
Jordan	Visa-free	90 days
Kazakhstan	Visa-free	30 days
Kosovo	Visa-free	90 days
Kyrgyzstan	Visa-free	30 days
Malaysia	Visa-free	90 days
Mauritius	Visa-free	90 days
Moldova	Visa-free	90 days
Mongolia	Visa-free	30 days
Montenegro	Visa-free	90 days
Morocco	Visa-free	90 days
Nicaragua	Visa-free	90 days
North Macedonia	Visa-free	90 days
Palestinian	Visa-free	Unlimited
Panama	Visa-free	180 days
Paraguay	Visa-free	90 days
Peru	Visa-free	180 days
Philippines	Visa-free	30 days
Qatar	Visa-free	90 days
Saint Kitts and Nevis	Visa-free	90 days
Saint Lucia	Visa-free	42 days
Sao Tome and Principe	Visa-free	15 days
Serbia	Visa-free	90 days
Singapore	Visa-free	30 days
South Africa	Visa-free	30 days
St. Vincent and the Grenadines	Visa-free	30 days
Tajikistan	Visa-free	30 days
Thailand	Visa-free	30 days
Trinidad and Tobago	Visa-free	90 days
Tunisia	Visa-free	90 days
Ukraine	Visa-free	90 days
Uruguay	Visa-free	90 days
Uzbekistan	Visa-free	30 days
Venezuela	Visa-free	90 days

Frequently asked questions about the Turkish passport

Is it worth spending $400,000 on a property and a Turkish passport?

To be very honest with you, this amount of money is much lower than it should be in light of the factors and advantages that Turkey offers, as we already indicated.

Keeping in mind the privileges and power of the Turkish passport, the costs spent for a passport and a property are reasonable and even cheap when compared to other countries that impose investment difficult requirements in order to gain citizenship and a passport.

What are the benefits of acquiring Turkish citizenship through buying a property?

Purchasing a property in one of the world's 20 most powerful economies raises the property's value on a regular basis.
Spouses and children under the age of eighteen are automatically eligible to get Turkish citizenship, along with those who have earned Turkish citizenship by buying a real estate.
Enjoying the same freedoms and liberties as other Turkish citizens, including the ability to vote and run for office.
The 39th-ranked Turkish passport enables admission into more than 113 nations without a visa or visa on arrival.
The position of Turkey among the countries of the world, as well as its leadership in the fields of economics, tourism, and trade, are compelling reasons to invest in real estate in a country with such advantages.

What are the best Turkish cities to invest in if I want to get citizenship?

Istanbul is the most popular city for foreigners of all countries to buy real estate, followed by Antalya and Ankara. In principle, all cities allow for the acquisition of Turkish citizenship by investment. However, we have highlighted the most essential locations in high demand.

How many countries can someone with a Turkish passport visit?

The Turkish passport now ranks 39th in the world's passport rankings. As we reach the year 2023, the most recent figures indicate that 113 countries are accessible to travelers with Turkish passports, 63 of which do not require an entry visa.

Lastly, we conclude

Thanks to the Turkish government's efforts, citizenship and a passport are now available for everyone who is of legal age, and things are made simpler in a variety of ways. With so many conflicts, political problems, and other difficulties in the world, Turkish citizenship and a passport can be considered an important possession for any person or family in order to be able to enter and settle in any country.

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By: DAMAS TÜRK