Driving

It is approximately 3000km by road from London to Istanbul. Although most of the roads are well surfaced and well maintained, some sections experience heavy traffic and are occasionally in need of repair. International border checkpoints can add significant delays to the journey. Two routes are suggested: the northern route via Belgium, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria and the southern route through Italy and from there by ferry to Turkey.

The following documentation is required to bring a vehicle into Turkey:

- Passport
- International driving license (recommended) and/or valid license from country of origin
- Vehicle registration
- Power of Attorney if vehicle is registered to someone else
- International green Insurance Card (TR to be visible)
- Carnet de Passage if intending to drive beyond Turkey

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