Antalya, Turkey (AYT)
Important changes that need your attention
Please note the changes in the following areas:
Entry requirements- Section: "Regulations of the German Federal Foreign Office"
- Section: "Entry requirements"
- Section: "Entry forms"
- Section: "Transit"
- Section: "COVID-19 test upon entry required"
- Section: "Quarantine upon entry"
- Section: "COVID-19 test upon entry required"
- Section: "Eased restrictions for tested, recovered and vaccinated"
- Section: "Hygiene /social distancing"
- Section: "Retail & business"
- Section: "Public transportation"
- Section: "Air travel"
- Section: "Notes on incompletely vaccinated people"
- Section: "Quarantine upon entry"
- Section: "COVID-19 Test required before entering Germany"
- Section: "Quarantine upon entry"
- Section: "COVID-19 Test required before entering Germany"
Entry
Entry requirements
Regulations of the German Federal Foreign Office Updated
Special caution is advised when travelling.
Any travel to Turkey's border region with Syria and Iraq, especially to Diyarbakır, Cizre, Silopi, Idil, Yüksekova and Nusaybin, and generally to the provinces of Batman, Siirt, Mardin, Şırnak and Hakkâri is strongly advised against.
The 3G rule (mandatory proof of vaccination, recovery or negative testing) applies to all flights to, from and via Germany. This means that travellers aged 12 and over departing from Germany must present proof of vaccination, recovery or negative testing before starting their journey, regardless of the destination country's entry requirements.
Entry requirements Updated
German citizens can enter Turkey, air traffic with Germany and other countries has been resumed. Turkey's land and sea borders have also been partially reopened, but there is a prohibition on entry from Iran (only open for Turkish nationals) and restrictions on ferry travel to Greece (only open for Greek nationals) as well as on entry and exit to Georgia (only possible for Georgian or Turkish nationals).
Health tests are carried out on entry into Turkey, and a corona test is carried out if the temperature is elevated or other symptoms occur.
No proof of vaccination, testing or convalescence is required for entry by land or sea.
Additional information on entry
Problems have arisen in the past when entering the country with a temporary ID card, therefore the German Foreign Office does not recommend it.
Despite the visa waiver, travelers may be affected by entry bans.
Strict security checks can be carried out upon entry. In the past, mobile devices were also taken away or their unlocking was demanded.
People with personal and private relations in Turkey have been refused entry in the past without being informed of the reasons.
Required entry forms and documents
Entry documents
The following travel documents are required for entry:
- Passport (Notice: The passport may have expired a maximum of 12 months at the time of entry.)
- Temporary passport (Notice: The temporary passport may have expired a maximum of 12 months at the time of entry.)
- ID (Notice: The identity card may have expired a maximum of 12 months at the time of entry.)
- Temporary ID (Notice: The temporary identity card must have a remaining validity of 1 months at the start of the journey.)
- Children passport (Notice: The child passport must have a remaining validity of 1 months at the start of the journey.)
Remarks on Travel Documents
Identity documents may not be dirty or damaged and must have sufficient blank pages. Please also note that if identity documents are reported stolen or lost, problems might arise when crossing the border or entry may be refused altogether. The specific requirements for identity documents may vary depending on the airline, so it is advisable to check with the operating carrier before travelling.
A travel document issued by the Federal Police for emergencies as a substitute for a passport is not sufficient for entry into Turkey.
Entry with travel documents expired for a maximum of twelve months (except temporary identity card) is possible at the following border crossings:
- at the Greek-Turkish border crossing
- at the border crossings in Istanbul, Izmir, Çanakkale, Muğla, Antalya, Mersin, Iskenderun and Aydın
- at both IST (new airport) and SAW (Sabiha Gökcen) airports in Istanbul and at ESB airport in Ankara.
Transit Updated
No visa is required for transit
Transit flights to third countries without entry into Turkey are possible without restrictions.
Information on quarantine regulations, testing requirements and possible exceptions for transit travellers that have been vaccinated can be found in the respective categories (if available).
Complete immunization
Definition complete immunization according to destination country Updated
Travellers are considered fully vaccinated if they have completed the primary vaccination series, i.e. having received two doses of an authorized two-dose-vaccine or one dose of an authorized single-dose vaccine.
Vaccination status needs to be proved with a valid document.
No proof of vaccination, testing or convalescence is required for entry by land or sea.
Only the relevant embassies, consulates and national authorities can provide binding information on which vaccines are accepted for entering a country.
Information is made available through the following website.
The vaccination must have been completed 14 days before entry. Proof of completely immunized remains valid for 270 days after the last dose.
Incomplete vaccination
COVID-19 test upon entry required: Yes Updated
Test to be presented upon entry: PCR-test or Rapid test. PCR-/LAMP-/TMA-Tests to be conducted within hours prior to entry: 72 hours. Rapid-Tests to be conducted within hours prior to entry: 48 hours.
Minors up to and including the age of 11 years are exempt from mandatory testing.
All persons without a full vaccination status must present a negative PCR test (not older than 72 hours) or a rapid antigen test (not older than 48 hours).
No proof of vaccination, testing or convalescence is required for entry by land or sea.
This does not apply to transit travellers and to persons in the transport sector (aircrew, truck drivers and seamen). For air travel, the test must already be presented at check-in. PCR tests may be ordered in individual cases for entries from third countries. If provided by the test centre or pharmacy, the COVID test certificate should contain the passport/ID number of the passenger(s), as this is required by some airlines for transportation. Please note that some countries generally only accept a laboratory-based »RT-PCR« test for entry. Other PCR tests such as Express PCR test, PoC PCR test or PCR rapid test may lead to refusal of entry.
Recovered
Unvaccinated and not recovered
COVID-19 test upon entry required: Yes Updated
Test to be presented upon entry: PCR-test or Rapid test. PCR-/LAMP-/TMA-Tests to be conducted within hours prior to entry: 72 hours. Rapid-Tests to be conducted within hours prior to entry: 48 hours.
Minors up to and including the age of 11 years are exempt from mandatory testing.
All persons without a full vaccination status must present a negative PCR test (not older than 72 hours) or a rapid antigen test (not older than 48 hours).
No proof of vaccination, testing or convalescence is required for entry by land or sea.
This does not apply to transit travellers and to persons in the transport sector (aircrew, truck drivers and seamen). For air travel, the test must already be presented at check-in. PCR tests may be ordered in individual cases for entries from third countries. If provided by the test centre or pharmacy, the COVID test certificate should contain the passport/ID number of the passenger(s), as this is required by some airlines for transportation. Please note that some countries generally only accept a laboratory-based »RT-PCR« test for entry. Other PCR tests such as Express PCR test, PoC PCR test or PCR rapid test may lead to refusal of entry.
Children/Minors
Children accompanied by a parent or guardian
There are no special provisions. However, it is recommended that minors travelling alone or with only one parent/legal guardian complete and carry thisform provided by the ADAC.
Children unaccompanied by legal guardians
There are no special provisions. However, it is recommended that minors travelling alone or with only one parent/legal guardian complete and carry thisform provided by the ADAC.
Information on visa application
Notes for dual citizens
Local restrictions (COVID-19)
Local restrictions
Hygiene /social distancing Updated
The requirement to wear face masks was largely scrapped on 26 April. Masks are now only mandatory on public transport and in health (care) facilities.
Distance rules (3 steps distance) must be observed, violations are punished.
Miscellaneous
Anyone who becomes infected with COVID-19 or tests positive in Turkey must self-isolate for 7 days. The Turkish authorities provide an overview of Covid testing centers.
To enable international tourists to have a safe vacation in Turkey, a "Healthy Tourism Certification Program" has been introduced to guarantee protection against infection with COVID 19. More information can be found here.
Activities
Transport and hotels
Air travel Updated
At the airports there are hygiene regulations (e.g. compulsory wearing of masks) and restrictions on hand luggage. There are various international flight connections to European destinations. In airports heavily frequented by foreign tourists (such as Istanbul, Antalya, Muğla or Izmir) it is possible to take out voluntary health insurance for the duration of your stay. Istanbul Airport has set up a PCR testing centre that is open around the clock.
Return trip
Departure
Reentry to Germany
Entry requirements Germany
For travellers entering from a risk-free area, there is no obligation to register online before returning to Germany. The exact regulations are available on the Ministry of Health‘s information sheet.
Complete immunization
Definition complete immunization
Vaccinated persons are exempt from national quarantine and testing obligations. Vaccinated persons must present proof of complete vaccination protection. (Caution: In Germany, only the vaccines by BioNTech/Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson, and Novavax have been approved so far.) Only persons who have been vaccinated with one of the mentioned vaccines will be considered fully vaccinated. Individuals remain completely vaccinated for 270 days after the last dose. After 270 days, a booster vaccination is required. Should no booster vaccination have been administered, a negative test is required. Vaccinated persons must not have any symptoms of a possible COVID-19 infection. Further information is available from the Federal Government.
The vaccination must have been completed 14 days before entry.
Incomplete vaccination
COVID-19 Test required before entering Germany: Yes Updated
There is a test obligation for entry into Germany by air, land and sea. The test must have been carried out 48 hours before entry.
Proof of a negative test, complete vaccination, or recovery from COVID-19 is required regardless of whether the country of departure is classified as a high risk area or risk-free area. The proof can be requested by the Federal Police or by the competent authority during the control of cross-border traffic to Germany and must already be presented to airlines prior to carriage.
PCR, LAMP, TMA, and antigen rapid tests are permitted, however, antibody tests are not permitted.
For air travel, the proof of testing should always include the passport/ID number of the traveller(s) as this is required by some airlines for carriage.
There may be exceptions for delivery traffic, commuters and other groups of people. Further information on the new entry regulation can be found at the Federal Government's website.
Recovered
Notes on recovered people
Recovered persons are exempt from quarantine and testing obligations nationwide, area of active circulation of highly contagious virus variants. Those who have recovered need proof of a positive PCR test (or other nucleic acid detection) at least 28 days and no more than 3 months ago. Recovered persons must not have any symptoms of a possible COVID-19 infection. Further information is available from the Federal Government.
Unvaccinated and not recovered
COVID-19 Test required before entering Germany: Yes Updated
There is a test obligation for entry into Germany by air, land and sea. The test must have been carried out 48 hours before entry.
Proof of a negative test, complete vaccination, or recovery from COVID-19 is required regardless of whether the country of departure is classified as a high risk area or risk-free area. The proof can be requested by the Federal Police or by the competent authority during the control of cross-border traffic to Germany and must already be presented to airlines prior to carriage.
PCR, LAMP, TMA, and antigen rapid tests are permitted, however, antibody tests are not permitted.
For air travel, the proof of testing should always include the passport/ID number of the traveller(s) as this is required by some airlines for carriage.
There may be exceptions for delivery traffic, commuters and other groups of people. Further information on the new entry regulation can be found at the Federal Government's website.
Note: The entry and quarantine regulations as well as the COVID-19 situation may change at short notice or individual exceptions may occur at any time. Only the responsible foreign mission can therefore make legally binding statements or provide information beyond the information provided here.
Content: May 28, 2022, 12:13 p.m.
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