AboutVictoria Williams Expertise Happy to advise on most matters that effect foreigners and expats living in Turkey especially restaurants, property, legal matters and general bureaucracy. Not very well informed about boats, flora & fauna...
Experience I have worked in Tourism, PR and property consultancy in the Bodrum area since 1995 and am presently involved in assisting foreigners with a wide range of legal matters via an established firm. A year spent in Istanbul in 2002-03 followed by regular trips means I can also provide some assistance in that area too.
Education/Credentials Registered with the Turkish Department of Education as a qualified real estate consultant & Turkish/English translator.
Question Hi. I am about to leave for a flight to Turkey. I have just noticed that my passport expires at the end of July & friends have told me that I have to have at least 6 months left on the passport in order to enter Turkey. This is news to me! The airline have booked me onto the flight and seemed unconcerned but I am worried about what will happen at the other end. Will they let me through? Thanks, Claire"
Answer Hi Claire,
I've just spoken to the customs police and they have stated that as long as you leave before your passport runs out, you shouldn't have any problems. For future reference, it isn't the airline's responsibility to check details like this unless you specifically ask them for assistance.
Have a safe journey and a great holiday!
