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Turkey travel rules as UK passport holders told 'you will be denied entry if'
These are the latest rules for Turkey travel from the UK's Foreign Office
Turkey remains amongst the top destinations for British holidaymakers. Renowned for its vibrant culture, mouth-watering cuisine, breathtaking coastlines, and pleasant climate, millions of people from the UK head there each year.
This summer looks set to be one of the busiest ever for overseas travel, with many people across the UK now likely preparing for Turkish getaways. However, as with all foreign trips, it's crucial to understand the entry requirements before departure.
For those travelling with British passports, the document must remain valid for at least 150 days beyond your arrival date, plus contain a minimum of one blank page. The Foreign Office stresses: "Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements.
"Renew your passport if you need to. You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen."
British visitors can enter Turkey visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day timeframe, though longer stays require a short-term residence permit obtained before the 90-day limit expires. Those travelling for work, study, or medical reasons must secure appropriate visas beforehand.
There are also regulations regarding what you can import or export from Turkey, with the Foreign Office listing forbidden items such as firearms, offensive weapons, endangered animal and plant species, controlled drugs, and indecent and obscene material.
You're also prohibited from taking Turkish lira exceeding 5000 US dollars (approximately £3,728) out of the country. If you possess other currency surpassing 5000 US dollars to be taken out of Turkey, it must be declared to Turkish Customs.
