Travel Advisory: Turkey March 2026
The Department of State renewed its Travel Advisory for Turkey on March 8, 2026.
There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. An area of increased risk was updated. Advisory summary was updated to reflect changes to the U.S. mission operations.
Exercise increased caution to Türkiye due to terrorism, armed conflict, and arbitrary detentions. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
- Do not travel to southeast Türkiye due to risk of terrorism and armed conflict.
Advisory Summary
On March 9, 2026, the Department of State ordered non-emergency U.S. government employees and U.S. government employee family members to leave Consulate General Adana due to the safety risks. Americans in southeast Türkiye are strongly encouraged to depart now.
The U.S. Consulate Adana has suspended all consular services. Americans should contact the U.S. Embassy Ankara or the U.S. Consulate General Istanbul for consular services.
Terrorism
There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Türkiye. Visit the U.S. Department of State’s country reports on terrorism to learn more.
- Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Türkiye.
- Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations.
- Be cautious in transportation hubs, markets, malls, and government buildings, as well as hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, and parks. Be careful in airports and at major events.
Arbitrary Detentions
- The Turkish government detains and arrests individuals, including U.S. citizens, for alleged links to terrorist groups based on scant evidence and minimal due process.
- U.S. citizens have also been subject to exit bans that prevent them from departing Türkiye.
- Protests not approved by the Turkish government can lead to arrest, as can criticizing the government, including on social media.
Risks in specific areas
Level 4: Do not travel
Southeast Türkiye
Do not travel to southeast Türkiye due to risk of terrorism and armed conflict.
Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, there has been a threat of Iranian missile attack. On March 4, NATO air defenses destroyed an Iranian ballistic missile headed into Turkish airspace.
Do not travel to southeast Türkiye due to risks associated with armed conflict in neighboring countries. Southeast Türkiye includes the provinces of Adana, Adiyaman, Batman, Bingol, Bitlis, Diyarbakir, Elazig, Gaziantep, Hakkari, Hatay, Icel, Kilis, Kahramanmaras, Malatya, Mardin, Mus, Osmaniye, Siirt, Sanliurfa, Sirnak, Tunceli and Van.
There are heightened risks of anti-Western, specifically anti-U.S. or anti-Israel, sentiment. There is continued threat of attacks by terrorist groups.
U.S. government employees are subject to travel restrictions in the entire southeast region since the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, 2026.
On March 9, 2026, the Department of State ordered the departure of non-emergency U.S. government employees and U.S. government employee family members to leave Consulate General Adana due to the safety risks. Americans in southeast Türkiye are strongly encouraged to depart now.
The U.S. Consulate Adana has suspended all consular services. Americans should contact the U.S. Embassy Ankara or the U.S. Consulate General Istanbul for consular services, including emergency assistance. Americans may also call the State Department 24/7 at +1-202-501-4444 to request emergency assistance.
If you decide to travel to Türkiye:
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.
- Review our information on Terrorism and Travel to High-Risk Areas .
- Have a plan to leave in an emergency that does not depend on U.S. government help. Review our information on Crisis Response and Evacuations .
- Review the Country Security Report for Türkiye .
- Monitor local media for breaking news. Be prepared to adjust your plans.
- Avoid demonstrations and crowds.
- Develop a communication plan with family, your employer, or host organization. Plan together how and when you’ll confirm you are safe (text or call).
- Keep travel documents up to date and easy to access.
- Stay aware of your surroundings.
- Stay alert especially in tourist spots.
- Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest Travel Health Information for Türkiye.
- Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist .
- We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage.
Assistance:
Mission Türkiye American Citizen Services Contact Page
State Department – Consular Affairs: 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
Country Information:
Türkiye Country Page
Türkiye Travel Advisory
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts.
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