Travel guide to Turkey (Türkiye) (Ankara (Istanbul main hub)) — Passport validity, power plugs, currency & emergency numbers
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- Capital: Ankara (Istanbul main hub)
- Official language: Turkish
- Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY · ₺)
- Passport validity & visa rule: Requires a passport with at least 6 months validity from the entry date (over 150 days strictly enforced at border control). (Min. 6 months)
- Power plugs & electricity: Type C & F (2 round European pins) · 230 V (50 Hz)
- Emergency numbers: Police: 112 / 155 | Ambulance: 112 | Fire: 112 / 110
- International calling code: +90
- Tap water safety: Bottled mineral water is recommended.
- Tipping custom: 5% to 10% at restaurants and cafés.
- Driving side: Right