Can I take my car with me to Turkey?

You may import your vehicle up to the maximum number of days allowed for your visit. Thus, if you are permitted to visit Turkey for up to 180 days, you must export your vehicle by the end of that period. The maximum number of days for temporary import is 730. 4.

Can I import my car to Turkey permanently?

Can a foreigner permanently import a car into Turkey? In some cases, yes. This card, also referred to as the Blue Card, can be obtained from the Turkish Touring and Automobile Union – Turing. They are granted a ‘blue plate’.

How long can I keep my car in Turkey?

730 days
You can keep your vehicle in Turkey for 730 days.

How much does it cost to take a car to Turkey?

Cars shipped to Turkey from the U.S. generally cost from $1,500 to $4,100 to transport to the area.

Do you need car insurance in Turkey?

Minimum third party liability insurance is required for all vehicles in Turkey and proof of insurance must be carried at all times. This insurance is called Compulsory Traffic Insurance (Zorunlu Trafik Sigortasi) and covers the cost of damage of the other vehicle in the event of a road traffic accident.

Do I need an international driving Licence to drive in Turkey?

Driving licence laws in Turkey Visitors must be aged 18 or over and hold a full, valid driving licence to legally drive in Turkey. Driving licences issued in EU and EEA countries are accepted. International driving permits are recognised but not required unless you’re staying for more than three months.

Can I drive a car in Turkey?

Yes, you can drive in Turkey for up to 6 months a foreign driving licence. Please note, visitors from some countries require an International Driving Permit as well as a valid driving licence.

Can a foreigner bring his car to Turkey?

Turkish Customs Regulations state that a foreigner may not bring their car into Turkey unless they are moving to the country for work, education or retirement. Foreign-plated vehicles can only be brought into Turkey on an Alien Vehicles Temporary Entry Card (Yabancı Taşıtlar Geçici Giriş Belgesi – YTGGK).

How can I take my car from UK to Turkey?

RORO vessels offer a safe and secure way of shipping any rolling cargo such as cars, vans, trucks and even caravans to many ports throughout Turkey. The quickest transit time to Turkey is to the port of Izmir, this takes on average 10 days from the UK.

What documents do I need to drive in Turkey?

You will normally be asked for:

1. A valid passport (including, if required for your nationality, a valid visa)
2. A valid credit card to pay for the estimated rental fees, plus a security deposit “hold” of perhaps US$1000.
3. A valid driver’s (driving) license.
4. A minimum age requirement.

Are cars expensive in Turkey?

Local taxes make Turkey one of the most expensive countries in which to operate cars. But cars with a pre-tax price in excess of ₺100,000 and an engine larger than 2.0-litres, face an eye-watering SCT of 160\%.