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The FCO advise against all but essential travel to parts of the country.
Following recent demonstrations in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Antalya, Adana, Hatay, Tunceli and other cities across Turkey in which police have used tear gas and water cannon, further violent protests remain possible. We advise British nationals to avoid all demonstrations. A number of Turkish Trade Unions are taking strike action which may affect public services, including transport. SeeDemonstrations.
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) advise against all travel to the Turkish towns of Akḉakale and Ceylanpinar and against all but essential travel to areas within 10km of Turkey’s border with Syria. On 11 May 2013, 2 car bombs killed 51 people and wounded more than 100 in the town of Reyhanli, Hatay Province. See Local Travel - Syrian border.
The FCO advise against all but essential travel to the provinces of Hakkari, Sirnak, Siirt and Tunceli. You should be especially vigilant when travelling in other provinces in south eastern Turkey and in areas in close proximity to the Syrian border. See Terrorism.
There is a high threat from terrorism. The PKK has carried out frequent attacks throughout the country. Al Qaeda and other networks have specifically targeted western interests in Turkey. There have also been attacks close to the Syrian border. See Terrorism.
If you’re visiting Turkey as a tourist or on business, you can now get an e-visa online before you travel. See Visas.
Many parts of Turkey are subject to earthquakes. SeeNatural disasters.
Over 2,500,000 British nationals visit Turkey every year. Most visits are trouble-free.
Take out comprehensive travel and medical insurancebefore you travel.
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