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Transportation

Visa

Transportation

Turkish road signs conform to the International Road Protocol. Traffic circulates on the right.

Speed Limits:

50-km/h  in urban centers

120-km/h in highways

30-km/h in

Public Transport

Parking is a serious problem in big cities of Turkey. I suggest all visitors to get information about parking before you intend to go any place by your car. Maybe taking a taxi will be more useful in the cities.

Buses

If you are planning to use public transport, it's more practical to buy a smart ticket, Ak-bil. You can use it either at the bus stops or at the metro stations. There are no discount options for tourists or families.

Dolmuş

It is a special public transport service found only in Turkey. They are collective mini-buses for 10-18 passengers and operating on specific routes. Fares are specified according for the distance traveled and relatively cheap than taxis. The Dolmuş serves within large cities, to suburbs, airports, and also to neighboring towns.

Taxis

Taxis can be found  in the streets in big cities and are recognizable by their bright yellow color in Turkey. It is also possible to call from the taxi stations. The fare shown on the taximeter reads according to the distance traveled. From midnight (24:00)  to morning (06:00) it will cost 50% more than the daytime fare. In general most taxis do not give receipts. If you need a receipt, please ask the driver if he can give you one before you get on the taxi.

WARNINGS:

• Take care the taximeters of opening fares of taxi drivers for the daytime (gündüz) and for between 12 PM and 6 am (gece).

• Tipping is not expected unles the driver spent and extra effort for carrying your baggages and suitcases. You do not have to pay a separate fee for the luggage but a tip is expected if you use the luggage section at the back of the taxi.

Rent A Car                                                                   

 There are Rent A Car companies if you need a car in Turkey. It is possible to make a reservation before you arrive. You can also get help from the agents of airlines and hotels.

WARNINGS:

• Before you decide using a car in Turkey I would like to remind you that Turkish drivers do not obey the traffic rules in general.

Turkish Airlines (THY)

THY have a good security system especially for some countries that have problem with terorizm. Just be more patient, an extra time  is need for boarding to the airplane for the security chekings.

Visa

The visa situation changes for the citizens of different countries. Citizens of some countries can enter Turkey with a valid passport a visa is not required for EU countries. It is better to ask for the Turkish consulate in your country for your country status.

•  a valid travel document (Passport except EU countries)

•  valid identity is needed (Except EU countries)

Allthough Turkey is still not an EU country the entry regulations are set according the custom and entry  regulations Turkey has agreed with each individual country. 

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