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Level 3Latest FCDO travel advice for Turkey including on entry requirements, safety and security and local laws and customs.
Updated: Mar 1, 2026
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Last update: April 5, 2026
Updated dailyTurkey
5 5.1 out of 10
Safety Score
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Last updated: April 5, 2026 81% data coverage
Turkey has a safety score of 5.1/10 as of April 5, 2026, rated as Moderate risk. The biggest concern is governance (3.3/10), while the strongest area is health (5.7/10). This score is calculated daily from 9+ independent public sources.
Turkey has a travel safety score of 5.1/10, ranking 203rd out of 248 countries globally. This classifies it as a Moderate risk destination. The strongest category is Health (5.7/10) while the main area of concern is Governance (3.3/10). Data is sourced from 9+ public databases and government advisories, updated daily.
What are the safety risk areas?
Governance 3.3/10
Crime 4.0/10
Conflict 4.8/10
Environment 5.3/10
Health 5.7/10
What do governments say?
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How does Turkey compare to nearby countries?
| Country | Score | Conflict | Crime | Health | Governance | Environment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qatar | 7.7 | 7.3 | 6.9 | 8.2 | 7.9 | 6.8 |
| United Arab Emirates | 7.4 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 8.0 | 8.4 | 7.1 |
| Oman | 7.2 | 6.8 | 6.2 | 8.0 | 7.0 | 6.4 |
| Kuwait | 7.0 | 6.8 | 5.7 | 8.0 | 6.7 | 6.1 |
| Turkey | 5.1 | 4.8 | 4.0 | 5.7 | 3.3 | 5.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to travel to Turkey in 2026?
Turkey has a safety score of 5.1/10, classified as Moderate risk.
This score is updated daily using data from 9+ public sources including government advisories, health data, and conflict indicators.
What is the biggest risk when traveling to Turkey?
The area of greatest concern for Turkey is governance, with a score of 3.3/10.
Travelers should pay particular attention to this aspect when planning their trip. Check the full pillar breakdown on this page for detailed insights.
Do I need travel insurance for Turkey?
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for any international trip, including visits to Turkey. A comprehensive policy should cover medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and evacuation.
This is especially important given that health-related risks can change rapidly.
Where does the data come from?
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Travel advisories from 37 governments worldwide including US, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, Netherlands, Japan, Slovakia, France, New Zealand, Ireland, Finland, Hong Kong, Brazil, Austria, Philippines, Belgium, Denmark, Singapore, Romania, Serbia, Estonia, Croatia, Argentina, Italy, Spain, South Korea, Taiwan, China, India, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Portugal
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World Bank Development Indicators -- governance, health, and environment data
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What are the safety risk areas? — Detail
Governance 3.3/10 · High · Coverage: 100%
| Indicators | Value | Source | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| inform governance | 1.4/10 | inform | 2026 |
| wb gov effectiveness | 4.5/10 | worldbank | 2023 |
| wb corruption control | 4.0/10 | worldbank | 2023 |
Crime 4.0/10 · High · Coverage: 100%
| Indicators | Value | Source | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| wb rule of law | 4.0/10 | worldbank | 2023 |
Conflict 4.8/10 · Moderate · Coverage: 27%
| Indicators | Value | Source | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| advisory level us | 6.7/10 | advisories_us | 2026 |
| advisory level uk | 3.3/10 | advisories_uk | 2026 |
| advisory level de | 10.0/10 | advisories_de | 2026 |
| advisory level nl | 0.0/10 | advisories_nl | 2026 |
| advisory level at | 0.0/10 | advisories_at | 2026 |
| advisory level be | 10.0/10 | advisories_be | 2026 |
| advisory level pl | 10.0/10 | advisories_pl | 2026 |
| gpi overall | 4.0/10 | gpi | 2023 |
| gpi safety security | 4.8/10 | gpi | 2023 |
| gpi militarisation | 7.7/10 | gpi | 2023 |
| wb political stability | 3.0/10 | worldbank | 2023 |
Environment 5.3/10 · Moderate · Coverage: 80%
| Indicators | Value | Source | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| gdacs disaster alerts | 4.0/10 | gdacs | 2026 |
| inform natural | 4.6/10 | inform | 2026 |
| inform climate | 4.0/10 | inform | 2026 |
| wb air pollution | 7.8/10 | worldbank | 2020 |
Health 5.7/10 · Moderate · Coverage: 100%
| Indicators | Value | Source | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| inform epidemic | 4.8/10 | inform | 2026 |
| inform health | 2.0/10 | inform | 2026 |
| wb child mortality | 9.4/10 | worldbank | 2023 |