Turkmenistan Residence Permit for Investors
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Program Type:
Residence by Investment
Processing Time:
2 months
Citizenship Timeline:
7 years
Permanent Residency Timeline:
2 years
Physical Presence Required:
None
Citizenship Visa-Free Access:
49 countries
Minimum Contribution:
US$500,000
Contribution Options:
Business Investment
Program Overview
Turkmenistan Residence Permit for Investors
The Turkmenistan Residence Permit for Investors allows foreign nationals to reside in the country after meeting specific criteria. Applicants can qualify by investing at least US$500,000 in Turkmenistan’s economy or by demonstrating exceptional abilities in fields such as science, arts, or sports.
The program provides a pathway to permanent residency after two years of continuous residence and citizenship after seven years.
Turkmenistan Residence Permit for Investors
How to Qualify
To qualify for the Turkmenistan Residence Permit for Investors, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- Investment in Turkmenistan’s economy: Applicants must invest at least US$500,000 in an existing or new business in Turkmenistan.
- Exceptional qualifications or achievements: Applicants with high qualifications or significant achievements in fields such as science, culture, art, or sports may apply if their skills can benefit Turkmenistan.
Turkmenistan Residence Permit for Investors
Salient Benefits
- Low taxes
- High safety
- Low cost of living
- Short processing time
Turkmenistan Residence Permit for Investors
Citizenship Timeline and Requirements
The law requires applicants to maintain permanent residence in Turkmenistan for seven consecutive years to qualify for citizenship.
They must also demonstrate proficiency in the Turkmen language sufficient for everyday communication. In addition, all income sources must originate from legal activities within Turkmenistan.
A formal oath to uphold and respect Turkmenistan’s Constitution and laws is the final requirement.
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Turkmenistan Residence Permit for Investors
Program Authority and Legal Basis
Applications for this program may be directed to The State Migration Service of Turkmenistan.
Legislation upon which this program is based Law No. 96-VI, 2023.
Turkmenistan Residence Permit for Investors
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Qualifying Real Estate
As noted in the program qualifications above, an investor can qualify for this program with a local property purchase above the minimum investment threshold. View eligible properties curated by IMI and our real estate partners:
Turkmenistan Residence Permit for Investors
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Program Statistics
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