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Film CommissionsMinistry of Culture & Tourism - Directorate General of Copyrights & Cinema
Tel: 312 310 03 21, 312 310 03 10 Fax: 312 310 00 63
E-mail: gozbasoglu@telifhaklari.gov.tr
Website: www.sinema.gov.tr
Contact: Gonca Ozbasoglu
Introduction
Turkey has many natural beauties - wonderful beaches, waterfalls, lakes, rivers, rocky mountains, forests, dry land - and unique places like Istanbul, Cappadocia and Pamukkale. Cities with special architecture include Mardin, Urfa and Safranbolu, while ancient cities include Ephesus, Troy and Pergamon. The country offers locations and landscapes similar to some Mediterranean, Aegean, Arabic and North African countries, and it can be cheaper to shoot here than in these other countries. You can shoot spring, summer, autumn and winter scenes throughout the year. For example, you can shoot a skiing scene on a snowy mountain and then a swimming scene on the beach in the same day in Antalya for about 9 months of the year. There are luxurious hotels in every region and their prices are less than those in Europe. The technical equipment and transportation vehicles necessary to shoot a film nowadays are readily available and production crews are hard-working and experienced.Permits/visas
Permits are required. Film makers/directors should apply to the Ministry of Culture & Tourism (Directorate General of Copyrights & Cinema) for film shooting permission, to the Turkish Embassies and Consulates abroad for work visas, and then to the Governership or the Directorate of Culture & Tourism of the cities where the film will be shot. The application form, which should be completed in English or Turkish by one representative, is available to download from the website - click the title “Yabancilarin Film Çekim Izni” under the main title “Basvurular”. According to Turkish law, it is obligatory to have at least one host/guide who is a citizen of the Turkish Republic during the film shooting. The host’s/guide’s address and telephone numbers must be stated. The documents should be faxed at least two weeks before the date of entry of the crew into Turkey and then the Turkish host/guide should contact the Ministry of Culture & Tourism to confirm that they have been received and to check whether anything further action is necessary. If everything is in order, the permission document will be provided by fax. Tax breaks/incentives
Co-production support is available to Turkish and foreign producers who want to shoot in Turkey. Recent productions
Films/TV programs shot in Turkey by foreign companies totalled 181 in 2006, 157 in 2007, and 49 in 2008 (between 1 January-23 April). | General Information Location: Europe & Asia
Local Time: From 30 Mar 08 to 26 Oct 08 GMT +3
From 26 Oct 08 to 29 Mar 09 GMT +2
From 29 Mar 09 to 25 Oct 09 GMT +3
Capital City: Ankara
Population: 72 million
Area: 780,580 square km, 301,382 square miles.
Language(s): Turkish
Dialling Code: 90
Emergency: Police: 153/154/155/156. Fire: 110. Ambulance: 112
Directory Enquiries: 118
TV Standard: PAL
Driving: Driving is on the right. International Driving Permit is required
Electricity: 220V AC 50Hz
Business & CurrencyCurrency: Turkish Lira (YTL)
Notes: YTL: 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100
Coins: Kurus: 1, 5, 10, 25, 50
Credit Cards/Travellers Cheques: Credit cards and travellers cheques are accepted Opening Hours
Bank: 0830-1230 & 1330-1700 Mon-Fri
Office: 0830-1200 & 1300-1730 Mon-Fri (Government)
Shops: 0900-1900 Mon-Sat (times may vary, especially in tourist areas) Public Holidays
2008
Jan 1 New Year's Day, Apr 23 National Sovereignty and Children's Day, May 19 Commemoration of Ataturk and Youth and Sports Day, Aug 30 Victory Day, Oct 1-4 Ramazan Bayrami (End of Ramadan), Oct 28-29 (28th is a half day) Republic Day, Dec 7-11 Kurban Bayrami (Feast of the Sacrifice).
* Dates may vary according to the lunar calendar
Business/Social Hints: Business is conducted in Turkish. Many executives speak a second language. Care should be taken to respect religious conventions, particularly during Ramadan. Smoking is generally accepted but restricted in public places. On social occasions, eg invitation to restaurants, punctuality appreciated. Dress as for business meetings unless otherwise indicated. The minimum drinking age is 18 years Tipping: Tips of 10% are discretionary
| HealthReciprocal health: Compulsory vaccinations: None. Recommended immunisations: Diphtheria, hepatitis A, hepatitis B*, *malaria, TB*, tetanus, typhoid*
* recommended in some circumstances, travellers making 3 or more visits per year, stays of more than 3 months in a rural area, high-risk occupational groups & backpackers staying more than 1 month. Risks: Malaria exists from Mar-Nov mainly in the south eastern part of the country and in Cukurova & Amikova Plain. There is no risk in main tourist areas in the west & south west. Rabies. | AirportsAnkara Esenboga (ESB)
Dalaman (DLM)
Istanbul Ataturk International (IST)
Izmir Adnan Menderes (ADB)
Sabiha Gokcen (SAW)
Passport & VisaThe following details relate to holders of adult normal passports (requirements for children may be different), if any other type of passport or travel document is held, entry requirements should be checked with the relevant embassy or consulate Restrictions: 1) Nationals of Belaurus, Moldova, Russia & Urkraine will not be allowed to enter turkey if they have perviously been deported
2) Passengers holding travel documents printed in there own language and not in the latin language will be refused entry and deported PassportsRequired, but NOT by the following:
1) For tourist visits by holders of a National Identity Card issued to nationals of Belgium, Cyprus (Turkish), France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Spain & Switzerland (only at certain borders, contact Embassy/Consulate prior to departure) Passport Validity: Passports of visitors must be valid at least for the period of intended stay. Except for nationals of Iraq when applying for a visa on arrival Passport Notes: Visitors who need a visa must hold documents and tickets required for return/
onward VisasThe following DO NOT require a visa:
1) Nationals of Turkey
2) For stays up to 3 months by nationals of Andorra, Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Chile, Cyprus (Turkish), Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, El Salvador, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong (S.A.R. passport holders), Iceland, Iran, Israel, Japan, Korea (South), Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Monaco, Morocco, New Zealand, Nicaragua (tourists only), Paraguay, San Marino, Singapore, Sweden, Switzerland, Trinidad & Tobago, Tunisia, Uruguay, Vatican City & Venezuela
3) For stays up to 3 months by nationals of Bulgaria, provided entering through certain custom points (check with nearest embassy/consulate)
4) For stays up to 2 months by nationals of Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia & Macedonia
5) For stays up to 1 month by nationals of Costa Rica, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan & Macao (S.A.R. passport holders)
6) For stays up to 30 days by nationals of Azerbaijan, Canada, China (SAR), Japan, latvia, Mongolia, Switzerland, Tajikistan, Turkmenista, United States & Uzbekistan Notes: 1) Visas will be issued at the entry point to nationals of:
a) For tourist visas up to 3 months to nationals of Antigua & Barbuda, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Canada, Dominica, Dominican Rep, Grenada, Haiti, Hong Kong (S.A.R. passport holders), Ireland Rep, Jamaica, Jordan, Kuwait, Maldives, Malta, Netherlands, Oman, Portugal, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Slovenia, Spain, St. Nevis, St. Lucia, St Vincent & Grenadines, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom & United States
b) For stays up to 2 months to nationals of Albania, Belarus, Russia & Ukraine
c) For tourist visas up to 1 month to nationals of Armenia, Bahrain, Estonia, Cyprus (Greek), Hungary, Jordan, Lithuania, Moldova, Montenegro, Norway, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, South Africa
2) All nationals from the above list are subjected to pay a fee when obtaining a visa on arrival
which must be paid by USD, EUR or nationals of United Kingdom GBP Air TransitRequired by all except:
1) Persons continuing their journey to a third country by the same or first connecting flight, providing they hold confirmed onward tickets and do not leave the airport Exit PermitsSpecial Notes | ClimateThe interior of the country has low rainfall and cold to very cold winters and warm to hot summers. Winter rainfall usually falls as snow especially towards the east where it may lie for three to four months. The coastal areas have much milder winters with warm summers. The Black Sea coast is a little colder in winter than on the southern and western coasts and has some rain throughout the year. Summers are warm and humid with changeable periods. The Aegean and Mediterranean coasts have a typical Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and a midwinter rainy season ClothingLight to mediumweights with warmer clothing for winter Charts for Istanbul | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | | Max Temp (C) | 8 | 9 | 11 | 16 | 21 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 24 | 20 | 15 | 11 | | Min Temp (C) | 3 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 19 | 16 | 13 | 9 | 5 | | Humidity am (%) | 82 | 82 | 81 | 81 | 82 | 79 | 79 | 79 | 81 | 83 | 82 | 82 | | Humidity pm (%) | 75 | 72 | 67 | 62 | 61 | 58 | 56 | 55 | 59 | 64 | 71 | 74 | | Rainfall (mm) | 109 | 92 | 72 | 46 | 38 | 34 | 34 | 30 | 58 | 81 | 103 | 119 |
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RepresentativeUK Tourist Office
Turkish Tourist Office
4th Floor, 29-30 St. James's Street
London, SW1A 1HB
tel: +44 20 7839 7778, 09001-887755* (brochures)
fax: +44 20 7925 1388
e-mail: info@gototurkey.co.uk
website: www.gototurkey.co.uk
* calls cost 60p per minute Embassy
Consulate General of Turkey
Rutland Lodge, Rutland Gardens
London, SW7 1BW
tel: +44 20 7591 6900, 0906 834 7348* (visa enq)
fax: +44 20 7591 6911/22
e-mail: turkishconsulate@btconnect.com
website: www.turkishconsulate.org.uk
hours: 0900-1330 (Mon-Fri) passports & visas
* calls cost 60p per minute |
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