Car Rental in Türkiye

Car Rental in Türkiye: What You Need to Know

• To rent a car in Türkiye, you’ll need a driver’s license with transliteration in the Latin alphabet, ID, passport, and bank card.

• The minimum age for renting a car in Tukey is usually 21, but it may vary by the rental company.

• Speed limits vary, with highways typically set at 90-120 km/h and urban areas at 50 km/h.

• Obey traffic signs and signals often in Turkish and international symbols.

• Ensure rental car insurance covers Türkiye; additional insurance may be necessary.

• Familiarize yourself with emergency numbers, including police (155) and ambulance (112).

• Be cautious of narrow roads, mountainous terrain, and rural areas with unpredictable conditions.

• Significant cities like Istanbul and Ankara may experience heavy traffic, especially during peak hours.

• Children under 10 years old are prohibited from sitting in the front seat of a car in Türkiye.

• Ask your car rental agencies to provide baby and child seats that cost you up to 2 Turkish Lira (TRY) or around 5.50 USD/day.

• Türkiye's highways often collect tolls electronically through HGS or OGS cards.

• These cards automatically deduct toll fees when the car passes through designated lanes.

• Many rental cars may already have HGS or OGS cards installed, but confirming with the rental agency is wise.

• Highway tolls typically range from 2-3 Turkish Lira (TRY), about 0.35-0.50 USD each.