Türkiye

All Singapore passport holders do not require a visa for visits less than 90 days within 180 days from date of initial entry to Türkiye for social visit purposes. As visa requirements can change at short notice, we advise you to contact your travel agency, or the Embassy of Türkiye in Singapore for up-to-date information. Please ensure that your passport has space for entry and exit stamps including the minimum validity, and that all prevailing entry requirements are met, or you could be denied entry into Türkiye.

Natural Disasters: Parts of Türkiye experience earthquakes and tremors. In the event of such occurrences, please follow guidance from local authorities. It is encouraged to familiarise yourself with relevant general safety procedures. The main Turkish authority for disaster and emergency management is AFAD (https://en.afad.gov.tr/).

Petty crime: In major cities, petty crimes like purse snatchings, and pickpockets, most commonly occur in crowded areas, transport hubs and tourist sites. Travellers should also be alert to theft from unattended vehicles and from hotel rooms.

As a number of Singaporeans have been victims of fraud, do exercise caution when making online friends, be wary of accepting free services, invitations by strangers to food and beverage outlets, and sending money to unknown recipients. Hitchhiking or accepting lifts from strangers is not recommended, especially for lone travellers.

If unsure, Singaporeans should consult with the local authorities or their travel operators for the latest advisories and information.

We strongly advise Singaporeans to adhere to local laws during their stay in Türkiye. Singaporeans are subject to all local laws and penalties. Do familiarise with local laws prior to arrival, especially for those on extended stays. Do note the following:

1. The Turkish Police and Gendarmerie have the right to request for information on your identity and address. You may be detained until your identity can be established if you fail to provide the requested information. Singaporeans are advised to carry an official photographic identity document (e.g., Passport, National ID, Residence/Work permit, etc) with them at all times. Refusal to cooperate with the authorities or the provision of false information may lead to a fine or imprisonment.

2. Türkiye has strict laws against the use, possession, or trafficking of illegal drugs. If convicted of any of the above offences, you may receive a heavy fine or a prison sentence.

3. The possession, sale, and export of antiques from Türkiye is strictly forbidden, with severe penalties for those who attempt to do so without official permits. Antiques brought into the country should be registered in the owner’s passport to avoid difficulties upon exit.

4. It is an offence to insult the Turkish nation or national flag, and to deface the local currency.

Most money changers in Türkiye do not accept Singapore dollars. If you plan to buy the Turkish Lira (TRY) in Türkiye, please bring along new US dollars or Euros in cash. You can obtain TRY from exchange bureaus (known as Döviz in Turkish) and withdraw TRY from ATMs, which are widely available in major cities and tourist areas. Do note that most ATMs have additional commission charges for withdrawal services.

Visitors are not permitted to use drones for aerial videography or photography in Türkiye. However, foreign nationals with Turkish residency permits may register drones (below 500 grams) for aerial photography through the Turkish Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) (https://iha.shgm.gov.tr/public/register).

Please refer to MFA’s general travel advice for Singaporeans before you travel overseas.