When going on vacation or a long trip, many foreign citizens ask themselves: what can be imported and exported from Turkey?
The rules for crossing Turkish customs are very simple, loyal, understandable and do not imply any strict restrictions. In accordance with international standards, Turkish customs provides foreign citizens with a “green” clearance. and "red" corridors. "Red" the corridor is used by foreigners who have filled out a baggage declaration. "Green" The corridor is intended for citizens from abroad without a declaration. This implies that they have familiarized themselves in advance with the list of items prohibited for import or export. In both cases, Turkish customs officers can conduct random inspections, ask additional questions, and request accompanying documents.
The topic of our article today: Turkish customs regulations for 2022.
Import rules to Turkey
In the Republic of Turkey, as in any other country, there is a list of goods and personal belongings that can be imported into the territory of the state. If their quantity exceeds the stipulated norms, foreign citizens are required to fill out a customs declaration, and in some cases pay a duty.
The following categories of goods can be imported without declaration and duty through the customs control of the Republic of Turkey:
- Tobacco: the amount of tobacco and tobacco products allowed for import differs – in Turkey these standards are higher than in a number of other countries. An adult tourist can transport across the border: cigarettes – 200 pieces, cigarillos or cigars – 50 pieces, loose/pipe/chewing/hookah tobacco – 200 grams each or snuff – 50 grams
- Alcohol: you are allowed to take with you one liter bottle with a strength of more than 22% or two bottles of 2 liters with a strength of up to 22%. The rule applies only to people over 18 years of age.
- Medicines: the number of medications is determined by the length of stay of the tourist in the country. What medicines can be imported into Turkey? This depends on the composition of the drug. If you are carrying any serious medications, we recommend that you have a doctor's order with you indicating the prescription drugs.
- Jewelry. The value of jewelry cannot exceed $15,000.
- Gifts. The cost of gifts allowed for transportation is no more than $500.
- Pets. You can transport across the Turkish border no more than two pets with the appropriate accompanying documents (vaccination certificate, veterinary passport), 10 aquarium fish.
In addition, the customs rules of the Republic of Turkey do not prohibit the transport across the border of perfumes (5 bottles of 120 ml), oversized sports equipment, children's toys, strollers, bicycles, sweets (up to 1 kg), tea (500 g), food for personal needs, musical instruments and equipment (no more than one item per person), including laptops, tablets.
Please note that purchases made at a duty-free shop also count as imported items. In addition, the customs service may carry out additional veterinary control on goods of animal origin.
How much money can you import into Turkey – a pressing question for many foreign citizens, especially those who are planning an expensive purchase of housing in Turkey by the sea. You can bring as much money as you like into the resort country. An amount of more than $10,000 per person must be declared.
The following cannot be imported into the Republic of Turkey:
- drugs;
- medicines containing narcotic substances;
- medicines that are available only by prescription;
- firearms and bladed weapons (without appropriate permission);
- antiques without a passport;
- radioactive and psychotropic substances;
- meat, dairy products;
- drones and quadcopters, etc.
Export rules from Turkey
Let's start with the fact that foreign tourists can export goods from Turkey without having to pay customs duties. The most popular categories of goods purchased by foreigners at Turkish resorts – These are alcoholic drinks, coffee, tea, souvenirs, tobacco, leather goods, cosmetics and perfumes purchased in the duty free zone.
Individuals are allowed to take with them as many purchases as may be needed for individual use. If the total value of the goods exceeds $1,500, you will need to pay a duty. We recommend that you carry receipts for expensive items.
We recommend exchanging the remaining Turkish lira, given the volatility of the national currency. Foreigners can bring no more than $10,000 (or an equivalent amount) across the border without declaration. If the amount is larger, customs will require your bank permission.
Be careful with souvenirs that are similar in appearance to antique items. Customs officers, if there are any doubts about the origin of the items, may detain you and contact the police for further clarification of the situation.
Many foreigners ask whether it is possible to export shells and stones from Turkey? It is better not to take them to your home, as the customs control service may classify them as natural values.
Tosmur district, 2+1 apartment of 110 m² in a complex built in 2010, furnished, with 2 bathrooms and 2 balconies, located 1000 m from the sea and 350 m from the center of the district, suitable for obtaining a residence permit and has a sea view.
2+1
110 m²
10864
Tosmur district - open for residence permit, 2+1 apartment with an area of 110 m² in a complex built in 2009, furnished, with 2 bathrooms and 2 balconies, located 850 m from the sea and 600 m from the center of the district.
2+1
110 m²
10863
Mahmutlar district, 1+1 apartment of 65 m² in a complex built in 2022, furnished, with 1 bathroom and 1 balcony, located 650 m from the sea and 250 m from the center of the district, in a complex with developed infrastructure.
1+1
65 m²
10862
Güllerpınarı district, 2+1 apartment of 100 m² with a separate kitchen, in a complex with the possibility of obtaining a residence permit, unfurnished, with 2 equipped bathrooms and 1 balcony, located 250 m from the sea and 50 m from the center of the district.
2+1
100 m²
10861
Oba district on the border with the center of Alanya, 2+1 apartment of 85 m², unfurnished, with 1 bathroom and an enlarged balcony space, located 300 m from the sea and 150 m from the center.
2+1
85 m²
10860
Mahmutlar district, 1+1 apartment of 65 m² in a complex built in 2016, furnished, located 450 m from the sea and 300 m from the center of the district, with a view of the surrounding area and infrastructure.
1+1
65 m²
10859
Mahmutlar district, 1+1 apartment of 55 m² in a complex built in 2022, furnished, located 650 m from the sea and 250 m from the center of the district, with views of the surrounding area and partly the sea.
1+1
55 m²
10858
Kestel district, 3+1 apartment of 175 m² in a complex built in 2017, furnished, first line - 0 m to the sea and 100 m to the center of the district, with a direct sea view and the possibility of obtaining a residence permit.
3+1
175 m²
10857
Kargicak district, 1+1 apartment of 60 m² in a complex built in 2010, furnished, 1 bathroom with bathtub, 1 balcony with sea and mountain views, 2500 m to the sea and 2000 m to the center of the district, suitable for rent and living.
1+1
60 m²
10856
Avsallar district, 1+1 apartment of 52 m² in a complex built in 2023, with a kitchen set, 1 bathroom and 1 balcony with a view of the surrounding area, 1500 m to the sea and 1000 m to the center of the district.
1+1
52 m²
10855
Kestel district, 1+1 apartment of 58 m² in a complex built in 2022, unfurnished, located 350 m from the sea and 100 m from the center of the district, with a view of the pool and the surrounding area.
1+1
58 m²
10854
Mahmutlar district, 1+1 apartment of 60 m² in a complex built in 2010, furnished, located 250 m from the sea and 100 m from the center of the district.
1+1
60 m²
10853
Mahmutlar district, 1+1 apartment with an area of 68 m² in a complex built in 2020, fully furnished, located 100 m from the sea and 300 m from the center of the district.
1+1
68 m²
10852
Mahmutlar district, 1+1 apartment of 50 m² in a complex built in 2024, furnished, located 700 m from the sea and 300 m from the center of the district.
1+1
50 m²
10851
Tosmur district, 2+1 apartment, 110 m² in a complex built in 2013, furnished, located 300 m from the sea and 100 m from the center of the district, with a view of the surrounding area and partly the sea.
2+1
110 m²
10850
Mahmutlar district, duplex 2+1 with an area of 110 m² in a complex built in 2024, furnished, located 400 m from the sea and 200 m from the center of the area.
2+1, Duplex, Penthouse
110 m²
10849
Mahmutlar district, 2+1 apartment of 120 m² in a complex built in 2007, furnished, located 50 m from the sea and 100 m from the center of the district, with a view of the pool and partial sea view.
2+1
120 m²
10848
Mahmutlar district, 1+1 apartment of 50 m² in a complex built in 2022, furnished, located 1500 m from the sea and 1200 m from the center of the district, with a transfer to the beach and mountain views.
1+1
50 m²
10847
Oba district, 2+1 apartment of 80 m² unfurnished, located 2500 m from the sea and 100 m from the center of the district, with a view of the mountains and surrounding area.
2+1
80 m²
10846
Oba district, 1+1 apartment of 60 m² in a complex built in 2024, furnished, located 3000 m from the sea and 1000 m from the center of the district.
1+1
60 m²
10845
Other rules for duty-free export:
- Tobacco products – 3 blocks or 2 kg of cigarettes or cigarette/hookah tobacco.
- Alcoholic drinks – up to 12 bottles, regardless of strength.
- Food, the cost of which does not exceed 100 TL per person.
- Plastic cards.
- Traveler's checks.
Please note that coffee, tea, sweets and spices are not officially allowed to be exported from the Republic of Turkey. However, in practice, the presence of these goods among tourists does not lead to conflict situations at customs.
It is prohibited to export from Turkey: ammunition and any weapons, antiques and items of archaeological value, drugs and medications containing narcotic components, pirated products, pornographic materials.
Tax Free in Turkey
TAX FREE – This is an international VAT refund system.
The tax free system can be used by foreigners who do not reside in Turkey and have spent no more than 180 days on its territory.
Let's figure out how to return tax free in Turkey to a non-resident. According to the rules, a VAT refund is possible if a foreigner makes purchases in shopping areas marked “GLOBAL REFUND” or "TAX FREE SHOPPING".
Conditions of registration:
- Before paying for your purchase, check with the seller that you plan to use the tax-free system.
- You must have a passport or a copy thereof.
- Minimum cost of goods – 100 TL (about 5 $).
- Value added tax refund is possible for goods that are exported only in personal luggage.
- Keep your receipt as you will need to present it at customs.
The tax free refund amount in Turkey is determined by the category of goods purchased. For cosmetics, home decor, watches, electronics, VAT is 18%; for clothing, textiles, bags, books – 8%. Please note that about 40% of the tax amount in the check is returned.
Tax free money is paid either immediately at customs at the airport, or within three months from the date of stamping.
Summary
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Tosmur district, 2+1 apartment of 110 m² in a complex built in 2010, furnished, with 2 bathrooms and 2 balconies, located 1000 m from the sea and 350 m from the center of the district, suitable for obtaining a residence permit and has a sea view.
2+1
110 m²
10864
Tosmur district - open for residence permit, 2+1 apartment with an area of 110 m² in a complex built in 2009, furnished, with 2 bathrooms and 2 balconies, located 850 m from the sea and 600 m from the center of the district.
2+1
110 m²
10863
Mahmutlar district, 1+1 apartment of 65 m² in a complex built in 2022, furnished, with 1 bathroom and 1 balcony, located 650 m from the sea and 250 m from the center of the district, in a complex with developed infrastructure.
1+1
65 m²
10862
Güllerpınarı district, 2+1 apartment of 100 m² with a separate kitchen, in a complex with the possibility of obtaining a residence permit, unfurnished, with 2 equipped bathrooms and 1 balcony, located 250 m from the sea and 50 m from the center of the district.
2+1
100 m²
10861
Oba district on the border with the center of Alanya, 2+1 apartment of 85 m², unfurnished, with 1 bathroom and an enlarged balcony space, located 300 m from the sea and 150 m from the center.
2+1
85 m²
10860
Mahmutlar district, 1+1 apartment of 65 m² in a complex built in 2016, furnished, located 450 m from the sea and 300 m from the center of the district, with a view of the surrounding area and infrastructure.
1+1
65 m²
10859
Mahmutlar district, 1+1 apartment of 55 m² in a complex built in 2022, furnished, located 650 m from the sea and 250 m from the center of the district, with views of the surrounding area and partly the sea.
1+1
55 m²
10858
Kestel district, 3+1 apartment of 175 m² in a complex built in 2017, furnished, first line - 0 m to the sea and 100 m to the center of the district, with a direct sea view and the possibility of obtaining a residence permit.
3+1
175 m²
10857
Kargicak district, 1+1 apartment of 60 m² in a complex built in 2010, furnished, 1 bathroom with bathtub, 1 balcony with sea and mountain views, 2500 m to the sea and 2000 m to the center of the district, suitable for rent and living.
1+1
60 m²
10856
Avsallar district, 1+1 apartment of 52 m² in a complex built in 2023, with a kitchen set, 1 bathroom and 1 balcony with a view of the surrounding area, 1500 m to the sea and 1000 m to the center of the district.
1+1
52 m²
10855
Kestel district, 1+1 apartment of 58 m² in a complex built in 2022, unfurnished, located 350 m from the sea and 100 m from the center of the district, with a view of the pool and the surrounding area.
1+1
58 m²
10854
Mahmutlar district, 1+1 apartment of 60 m² in a complex built in 2010, furnished, located 250 m from the sea and 100 m from the center of the district.
1+1
60 m²
10853
Mahmutlar district, 1+1 apartment with an area of 68 m² in a complex built in 2020, fully furnished, located 100 m from the sea and 300 m from the center of the district.
1+1
68 m²
10852
Mahmutlar district, 1+1 apartment of 50 m² in a complex built in 2024, furnished, located 700 m from the sea and 300 m from the center of the district.
1+1
50 m²
10851
Tosmur district, 2+1 apartment, 110 m² in a complex built in 2013, furnished, located 300 m from the sea and 100 m from the center of the district, with a view of the surrounding area and partly the sea.
2+1
110 m²
10850
Mahmutlar district, duplex 2+1 with an area of 110 m² in a complex built in 2024, furnished, located 400 m from the sea and 200 m from the center of the area.
2+1, Duplex, Penthouse
110 m²
10849
Mahmutlar district, 2+1 apartment of 120 m² in a complex built in 2007, furnished, located 50 m from the sea and 100 m from the center of the district, with a view of the pool and partial sea view.
2+1
120 m²
10848
Mahmutlar district, 1+1 apartment of 50 m² in a complex built in 2022, furnished, located 1500 m from the sea and 1200 m from the center of the district, with a transfer to the beach and mountain views.
1+1
50 m²
10847
Oba district, 2+1 apartment of 80 m² unfurnished, located 2500 m from the sea and 100 m from the center of the district, with a view of the mountains and surrounding area.
2+1
80 m²
10846
Oba district, 1+1 apartment of 60 m² in a complex built in 2024, furnished, located 3000 m from the sea and 1000 m from the center of the district.
1+1
60 m²
10845
These materials have been prepared for informational purposes and are not of a commercial nature.
Point Property – is a certified real estate agency that specializes in providing a full range of real estate services for residential and commercial real estate transactions in Turkey. Our company takes care of all the organizational aspects of a real estate transaction: searching for an object, organizing a sightseeing tour, assistance in collecting documents and checking the legal purity of documentation, support in re-registration of ownership. In addition, we provide our customers with a wide range of after-sales services.
