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Turkey New & Used Vehicle Import Regulations

Importing Regulations of Vehicle in Turkey

Custmer be present for customs clearance of any vehicle.
Vehicle must arrive within three months before or three months after customer’s passport is stamped for entry into Turkey.
Turkish citizens must obtain a labor permit for importation of a motor vehicle.
New vehicles are relatively problem free, but there are restrictions on vehicles over three years old.
A non-Turkish National may avoid taxes and import duty when importing a vehicle in Turkey if a Letter of Guarantee is provided.
If vehicle is included in container with household goods, household goods will not be released until vehicle is cleared.
No minibuses allowed.

Rules & Regulation of Imported Vehicles for Tourist/Visitor

If you are visiting Turkey as a tourist with your vehicle, you should have full documents and insurance for the said vehicle. Details will be registered in your passport on your arrival at the border.

A foreign plated vehicle is permitted to remain in Turkey for a maximum of 6 months in any 12 month period.

Important Thing to Bring a Car in Turkey

» Only for 6 months the vehicle can be brought into Turkey.
» The owner should declare the date of departure at customs and the vehicle should be removed from the country at the date declared.
» If for any important reason the staying period has to be extended, it is necessary to contact the authority in advance of the leaving date.

Necessary Documents to Import a Vehicle in Turkey

“Carnet de Passage”
Owner’s Passport
Residence Permit
Purchase Invoice
Black Book (motor and chassis number)
Letter of Guarantee from Customer

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