Imports & Customs in Turkey: what are the rules for travelers?

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Imports & Customs — Turkey

What travelers need to know about imports & customs in Turkey. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

Short answer

Imports & Customs in Turkey: prohibited — what is legal at home can be a serious crime here.

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Turkey defines 'antiquities' broadly and makes it a crime to remove any from the country; buy only from authorized dealers and keep museum certificates, or risk arrest at departure.

Arrest and jail time

§ US State Dept — Turkey

Verified Jul 15, 2026

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