Take care when travelling by road, particularly at night. Approach checkpoints slowly and follow the instructions of security personnel. Roads between major cities are generally in excellent condition, but can be poor in remote, rural areas. Accidents are common and mainly due to poor or reckless driving.

In Turkey, they drive on the RIGHT-HAND side of the road. What are the driving requirements in Turkey? The legal age to drive in Turkey is 18. However, you must be at least 21 years old to hire a car.

General Rules and Regulations The driver and all passengers must wear a seat belt at all times. Children under 12 must be seated in the rear seats. Cell phone use is prohibited unless you use a hands-free kit. The car horn is used liberally in Turkey but you are not permitted to sound your horn after 10 pm.