Travel Insurance for Turkey
Turkey straddles the border between Asia and Europe, showing visitors the best of both continents. It’s a fusion destination where east meets west, particularly in the city of Istanbul, which is the largest city in the world to span two continents. The native language is Turkish and the country has its own currency known as Turkish Lira.
Whether you love ancient history, culinary adventures or geological wonders, Turkey is a location that will capture your heart and mind. History enthusiasts fall in love with the Roman and Ottoman ruins around Bodrum and Side, while sun worshipers love the Mediterranean coastline in Marmaris and Lara Beach. The country’s even a haven for golf enthusiasts; Belek is home to almost 20 different courses, including ones designed by Sir Nick Faldo and Colin Montgomerie.
Turkey’s ideally suited to any pace of holiday and you’re sure to fall in love with the country’s unique charms during your stay. But before you set off, you'll need to choose a travel insurance policy that provides adequate cover.
Below is some more information about our insurance products, for which Terms and Conditions apply. Please visit the policy information hub for full details.
Why may I need travel insurance for Turkey?
Though plenty of holiday-makers enjoy a trouble-free trip, travel insurance is still essential when visiting Turkey. It can cover you if you need to cancel your trip, if you fall ill while you’re away or if your belongings are stolen.
Healthcare for visitors in Turkey
Turkey isn’t part of the Eurozone, so neither your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) nor your Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) will cover the cost of any medical expenses if you fall ill or suffer an injury while you’re away. This makes travel insurance for Turkey vitally important, because it’ll help ensure you’re not out of pocket if something goes wrong.
You should also consult your doctor 6-8 weeks before you travel, to get advice on which vaccinations you’ll need for Turkey. According to the National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC), it is recommended that travellers get vaccines for Hepatitis A and Tetanus, and some travellers may require Hepatitis B, Rabies and Typhoid immunisations too.
If you need help or support while you’re in Turkey, we can provide 24-hour emergency medical assistance and a GP consultation service. We also have a legal helpline for our policyholders. For contact information, and to find out if any exclusions apply, please consult your policy documents.
What do we cover?
Our Single Trip and Annual policies can keep you protected, whether you’re heading to Turkey once this year or going on multiple holidays.
You can choose a level of cover to suit your needs: Bronze, Silver or Gold. Depending on the policy you choose, you’ll be covered for:
You can choose a level of cover to suit your needs: Bronze, Silver or Gold. Depending on the policy you choose, you’ll be covered for:
- *Not available with Bronze level cover
- **Only available with Gold level cover
- Terms and Conditions apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
95% of Turkey is in Asia, but 5% of it remains in Europe, meaning the country is transcontinental. As the country is predominantly in Asia, many insurance companies do not include it in their European cover. However, here at Allianz Assistance, we do. So, you can choose our ‘Europe’ cover and be protected as you travel around this beautiful country.
British citizens heading to Turkey for business or pleasure are able to do so without the need for a visa. This applies for visits of up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
If you are planning to stay longer than 90 days, then you will need to apply for a long stay visa before you travel, or require a residence permit if you are planning a more permanent move before your 90-day stay comes to an end.
If you need a visa for your trip to Turkey, we recommend that you get an e-visa online. You should apply at least 48 hours before you travel, but you can do it up to three months in advance [1].
In case you experience any technical problems at the port of entry, we also recommend that you carry a printed copy of your e-visa with you, or have an electronic copy on your smartphone or tablet.
More information about visa for Turkey can be found on the UK government website and should you need to apply for a Turkish visa then you can do so via the official Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
[1] Source: Gov.UK
The amount you pay for your holiday insurance to Turkey will depend on a number of factors, including your age and duration of your stay. If you have a pre-existing medical condition, this will affect your eligibility for cover.
If you’re travelling to Turkey; get a quote online to find out how much insurance for your trip could cost.
When getting a quote online, you’ll need to tell us some basic information about you and your trip, so that we can provide you with a fair quote.
All prices we quote include Insurance Premium Tax (IPT).
Terms and conditions apply.
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