LaneTurkey

An introduction to the traffic rules and road signs of Turkey. Learn about driving, road safety and much more in our illustrated book, with answers to frequently asked questions.

For informational purposes only. Always follow official regulations. Some content and images were created with AI assistance.

Traffic signs

Traffic rules

Turkey

1. Lane

A lane is a longitudinal part of a roadway intended to accommodate a line of moving vehicles. A roadway may contain one or several lanes for traffic travelling in the same or opposite directions.

Lanes are commonly separated by continuous or broken road markings. Traffic signs, lane arrows and lane-control signals may indicate which vehicles may use a lane, which direction traffic must follow or whether a lane is open or closed.

What duty applies to manoeuvring in Türkiye?

Do not endanger or obstruct other road users.

🔗 mevzuat.gov.tr • Türkiye — Article 46; Regulation 137(A)

🔗 kgm.gov.tr • KGM — full Traffic Regulation copy, relevant unchanged technical provisions; older copy, not a current consolidation

How long should Turkish manoeuvre signals continue?

Signal clearly in advance, maintain it throughout, then cancel it.

🔗 mevzuat.gov.tr • Türkiye — Article 46; Regulation 137(A)

🔗 kgm.gov.tr • KGM — full Traffic Regulation copy, relevant unchanged technical provisions; older copy, not a current consolidation

Can Turkish drivers change lanes immediately on signalling?

No. Do not change suddenly at the moment you signal.

🔗 mevzuat.gov.tr • Türkiye — Article 46; Regulation 137(A)

🔗 kgm.gov.tr • KGM — full Traffic Regulation copy, relevant unchanged technical provisions; older copy, not a current consolidation

What observations precede a Turkish lane change?

Check interior and exterior mirrors, turning your head when necessary to check surrounding traffic.

🔗 mevzuat.gov.tr • Türkiye — Article 46; Regulation 137(A)

🔗 kgm.gov.tr • KGM — full Traffic Regulation copy, relevant unchanged technical provisions; older copy, not a current consolidation