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Demonstrations occur regularly in Türkiye. They may be critical of U.S. foreign policy and involve anti-U.S. rhetoric. Large gatherings may result in enhanced police presence, road closures, and traffic disruptions. Any...
Türkiye will observe the Eid al-Fitr/Ramazan Bayramı holiday from midday on March 19 through the end of March 22, 2026. During this time, travelers may encounter crowds in public places and vacation destinations, congest...
We are working on additional options to assist Americans to depart the Middle East. Please continue to review Department of State guidance for additional information or last-minute changes. We are closely monitoring the...
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...
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Türkiye remind U.S. citizens to practice strong personal safety and security awareness. We encourage U.S. citizens abroad to register with the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program and rev...
Due to inclement weather including snow, the U.S. Embassy in Ankara and the U.S. Consulate General will open at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 12, 2026. If you are a U.S. citizen with an after-hours emergency, please cont...
Due to the two-year mark of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks in Israel and out of an abundance of caution, U.S. citizens are advised to remain vigilant, maintain heightened situational awareness, and practice good pers...
There is a heightened risk of wildfires throughout the country as high temperatures, dry conditions, and strong winds may contribute to wildfire outbreaks.
6.1 magnitude earthquake and aftershocks near Balikesir and felt in surrounding areas, including Istanbul, Izmir, and Manisa.
There has been a series of wildfires in the Province of Izmir, Türkiye since June 28, 2025. As of July 3, 2025, there are still fires ongoing. There are media reports of precautionary evacuations of some residences in...
Due to regional events, U.S. government personnel in Türkiye have been cautioned to maintain a low profile and instructed to avoid personal travel to the U.S. Consulate Adana consular district, which comprises Türkiye’s...
Nonessential U.S Government personnel have been instructed not to go to the U.S. Embassy in Ankara, U.S. Consulate in Adana, and U.S. Consulate in Istanbul during the hours of 12 noon to 4 p.m., Sunday, February 2, due t...
On January 1, 2025, at 8:30 a.m., a large, organized, pro-Palestinian demonstration involving thousands of participants is scheduled to take place at Galata Bridge in Istanbul.
Demonstrations critical of U.S. foreign policy continue alongside anti-U.S. rhetoric.
The U.S. Embassy in Ankara is aware of reports of an attack on the Turkish Aerospace Industries, Inc. (TUSAS) facility in Ankara’s Kahramankazan district, and an ongoing response by security personnel.
October 6, 2024, at 1:30 p.m., an organized demonstration involving as many as one hundred thousand participants is expected to march from Kurtulus Park to Anatolia Square in Ankara.
We remind U.S. citizens to exercise increased caution due to the upcoming anniversary of the Hamas October 7, 2023 terrorist attack, the ongoing conflict in Gaza, and the intensifying conflict between Israel and Hizballa...
Demonstrations critical of U.S. policy have recently taken place at U.S. government facilities throughout Türkiye. Such demonstrations may re-occur with little advance notice. Demonstrations may also take place in areas...
Today, May 1, 2024, large organized demonstrations are expected throughout Türkiye to celebrate Labor Day.
OSAC Bureau of Diplomatic Security U.S. Department of State
