The Good Trip guide · For U.S. travelers
TürkiyeA little local knowledge.
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Use sealed bottled water or ask your accommodation about its local drinking-water guidance.
Police Emergency: 112
Turkish Lira
Exercise Increased Caution
Essential Etiquette in Türkiye
Key dos and don'ts every American traveler should know before arriving.
Use respectful forms of address
With staff, drivers, vendors and adults you do not know, use the respectful plural “siz” and polite forms such as “-misiniz”; begin requests with a greeting and add “lütfen” (please).
Respect personal and religious space
Ask before photographing people, keep a considerate distance in queues, and follow the lead of hosts in homes and workplaces.
Accept hospitality graciously
Tea or a small refreshment may be offered in shops or homes. A polite acceptance or a clear, warm refusal is appropriate.
Dress and behave modestly
At active mosques, cover shoulders and knees, remove shoes where requested, and use head coverings where required.
Essential Turkish Phrases
Respectful expressions with phonetic pronunciations to help you connect with locals.
"Hello"
"Thank you"
"Please"
"Excuse me / Sorry"
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Water & pharmacies
Do not drink the tap water
CDC advises travellers to follow food and water precautions. Use safe water for drinking and brushing teeth when the local supply is uncertain.
Local Pharmacy Rules
Pharmacies are common in cities and towns. Carry essential prescription medicines in original packaging and bring extra supply for remote travel.
Apps to Download Before Flying to Türkiye
Useful apps for transit, navigation, and food delivery in Türkiye.
Moovit
A transit-planning app useful for navigating public transportation in Turkish cities.
getir
A Turkish delivery app for groceries, meals and everyday essentials where service is available.
Google Maps
A mapping app for walking, driving and place search across Türkiye.
Emergency Contacts & U.S. Embassy
If you lose your passport, need urgent medical evacuation, or encounter legal trouble, keep this info accessible offline.
U.S. Embassy Ankara
1480 Sokak No: 1, Çukurambar Mahallesi, Çankaya 06530 Ankara, Türkiye
Field Guides & Dispatches for Türkiye
This preview comes from the Good Trip country guide. Conditions and travel advisories can change. Check the latest U.S. State Department advice before departure.
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