All areas in Turkey observe the same time zone. It is 3 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)

The climate in Turkey is Mediterranean with hot dry summers and mild winters.  The coolest month of the year is January with an average daily maximum of 14 C and an average low of 5 C. The hottest month of the year is July with an average daily maximum of 35 C and an average low of 25 C.

It is highly recommended that foreigners, who wish to visit Türkiye, should read the related information about our country’s visa regime.

Visa regime for Touristic and Business Purposed visit of a country may differ from Work and Education Purposed visit. Also Türkiye’s visa regime may change according to reciprocity principle.

While some applicants may be exempt from visa for their touristic or business visit to Türkiye, the others can obtain an e-Visa. All other applicants will need to obtain a visa through Turkish Representations in the abroad.

An information note about visa regime of Türkiye is available in the following address: www.mfa.gov.tr 

Turkish is the most widespread language here, but there are quite a few other minority languages, such as Kurmanji, Azerbaijani, Arabic, Zazaki, Pomak Bulgarian, Laz, Megleno-Romanian, Armenian, Greek, and Ladino.

The currency in Turkey is the Turkish Lira. ATMs are widely available in major cities and tourist areas. You can get local currency from banks and exchange bureaus, known as DOVIZ in Turkish

Tipping at restaurants has become much more common and expected throughout Turkey. A tip of 10% – 15% is considered appropriate at most places. You can leave it in cash on the table, or ask the waiter to add it to the bill

Photography is generally accepted.  However there are certain areas is not allowed.  consult your local guide before taking any photos

Turkey operates on 220 volts, 50 Hz, with round-prong European-style plugs that fit into recessed wall sockets – points. 

Consult your agent before departure

What  travelers wear determines first impressions of how you are received. it is recommended that comfortable wear, tidy informal clothing and well-broken-in shoes.