Especially after the increase in vehicle prices in Turkey due to rising exchange rates, many people are researching and wondering: Taking a vehicle from abroad We will clarify the details.

“How does it happen, what is required, are there sanctions?” When finding answers to these types of questions, it is helpful to keep in mind the things that need to be taken into account. If you have such a plan Conditions for taking a vehicle from abroad You need to start rolling up your sleeves.

Who can bring a vehicle from abroad?

To bring your vehicle with a foreign license plate to Turkey from another country, it must be registered in the country where the vehicle is registered. You must have a place of residence. Of course it is not limited to this. In any case, within 1 year from the date on which you want to enter Turkey with your vehicle. The requirement to actually be abroad for 185 days to search.

In order not to make mistakes regarding the daytime conditions and not leave your affairs to chance, you can visit turkiye.gov.tr ​​​​​​or of the entry and exit information recorded in the passport You must make the necessary calculation. In addition, if you have stayed in Turkey for more than 180 days in the past year from the date you come to Turkey, you cannot bring your vehicle to Turkey.

Can those who do not live abroad temporarily bring a vehicle?

Unfortunately, this is one of the factors that ruins many people’s dreams. If you have a settled life in Turkey, that is, if you live here, you can do so temporarily It is not possible to import a vehicle.

Can retirees bring a vehicle from abroad?

If you have retired from abroad, there is a condition that is not required for you. Are you going to bring your vehicle to Turkey for the first time after your retirement date abroad? You do not have to be a resident. In other words, you are exempt from the obligation to have actually been abroad for 185 days in the last year from the date of arrival.

Does the vehicle need to be registered?

Your vehicle must also be registered and registered in your place of residence. However, there is a detail here. If you are a resident of the European Union and European Free Trade Association countries, you may be registered in European Union and European Free Trade Association countries other than where you live. Vehicles registered in your name You can also take it with you.

How many years can a vehicle brought from abroad be used?

Whether you are retired or working, your vehicle has brought you to Turkey two years, i.e. 730 days You can use it anywhere.

How can foreigners bring a vehicle?

You have a residence permit in Turkey, but foreigner Then you can use your vehicle for 730 days. However, this period can be as long as the period stated in the residence permit. Foreigners who do not have a residence permit Total 90 days in 180 days can use the vehicle for the entire period.

Can a vehicle be brought by proxy or by rental?

You can take someone else’s vehicle to Turkey if you have power of attorney. However, this requires both you and the vehicle owner Outside the Turkish customs territory There is a resident requirement.

You bring a vehicle via proxy or rental. You will also need to have some documents with you.

• Driving license to enter Turkey
• Foreign ownership document of the vehicle
• Insurance policy valid in Turkey (If you do not have one or it is not valid in Turkey, you can obtain it from customs.)
• A power of attorney approved by an embassy, ​​consulate or notary
• Document issued by the person bringing it and the owner of the vehicle and approved by the official authorities of the country in question, such as customs, municipality, police or court.
• Rental car rental agreement

What are the conditions for legal entities to take vehicles?

Permitted period if legal entities owning cars, minibuses, all-terrain vehicles, pick-up trucks and motorcycles need to take vehicles with them. only 30 days. If the vehicle of a legal entity is supplied with a power of attorney, there are of course other conditions:

• Power of attorney with the signature and approval of the business owner or board of directors
• Document showing that the persons who bring vehicles of legal entities are business partners or employees.
• Notary or consulate has approved translations of these documents

Who can use the vehicle I brought to Turkey?

Just because you brought your vehicle into the country doesn’t mean everyone can use it. There is a limitation on this matter to avoid possible criminal prosecution. Again, the same goes for those who spent 185 days a year abroad and settled abroad your partner, your parents, your children can you use your vehicle in Turkey.

Even if you leave your car in Turkey and go abroad with another vehicle, the state continues to impose restrictions. Go to the nearest customs office and confirm that no one will be using the vehicle. company letter You have to give. Or another option is to leave your vehicle under customs supervision.

There is also a fine for not leaving your vehicle at the customs office. If you go abroad without informing customs, the departures will be made once until the date of detection. 6,624 TL fine is applied. (2024)

Is the required number of days required each time?

Don’t think that just because you brought your vehicle to Turkey once, this period won’t happen again. If you want to log in again with your vehicle again 185 days You must be abroad.

If you leave Turkey before the end of the two-year dormitory stay, you can use the remaining period. requirement of a foreign resident You must provide The vehicles of those who cannot provide this are not allowed to enter.

Retirees also differ from this rule. Must be within the leave period The 185-day rule is not required for retirees who come to use their vehicle during the remaining period of their leave.

What happens if the vehicle’s time limit is exceeded?

Those who exceed the period of 1, 2 and 3 months after staying in the dormitory will have to pay a fine of TL 1,656, TL 3,312 and TL 4,968 respectively from 2024. For periods longer than 3 months A fine equal to one quarter of the vehicle’s customs duty amount will be collected.

Can I take a trailer or non-motorized caravan with a vehicle?

To fully enjoy your holiday, you can bring your non-motorized caravan or trailer. This one too, of course for personal use It should be.

Is it a problem that the steering wheel is on the right?

If you bring a vehicle from certain countries, such as Great Britain, Japan, Australia, Ireland or India, your steering wheel will probably be on the right side. Highway traffic regulations include this within the scope of tourist facilities. does not interfere. You can drive your vehicle with ease, regardless of whether the steering wheel is on the right or left.

Can a vehicle brought from abroad be sold in Turkey?

If you have such a dream, know that it will fail. You quit your job at tourist facilities and give your car to someone else, even if they live in Turkey. You can’t sell.

We welcome comments about the experiences of those who bring vehicles from abroad. Perhaps you can provide useful information to another of our readers.

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