Europe > Turkey: Covid-19 and Travel

     

Entry to the territory: Partially Allowed
The Turkish government does not prohibit any nationalities from entering Turkey based on citizenship. However, it does place restrictions on who may come into the country based on the departure point.

There is a ban on flights to Turkey from Bangladesh, Brazil, Nepal, South Africa, and Sri Lanka.

Most other international tourists can travel to Turkey either visa-free or, for those fitting the requirements, with an eVisa (https://www.visasturkey.com/requirements/).

Some countries may only enter with a conventional sticker visa, which individuals can only obtain at a Turkish embassy. This includes national citizens of:

Algeria
Cuba
Guyana
Kiribati
Laos
Marshall Islands
Micronesia
Myanmar
Nauru
North Korea
Palau
Papua New Guinea
Samoa
South Sudan
Syria
Tonga
Tuvalu

Tests: Negative PCR test required for all countries.

Quarantine: Depends
Self-isolation is required for some countries.

Information updated on 2021-10-15.

Lockdown: Partial
Starting September 6, entry into establishments such as concerts, cinemas, theaters, and crowded events will require proof of vaccination, or a negative PCR test taken 48 hours prior to the event. This requirement applies to individuals 18 years old and older. including foreign nationals with Turkish residency. Individuals who fail to provide the necessary documentation will not be permitted to enter into these venues or participate in crowded events.

Grocery and other food-related shops are open normal operation hours.

Dining establishments such as restaurants, patisseries, cafés, and cafeterias are open for in-person dining and delivery services with no restrictions.

Mask use
Masks are required in public spaces

Gatherings: Partially Allowed
Events or more than 10 people banned.

Restaurants and bars: Fully Open

Shops: Open

Tourist attractions: Open