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Moving to Turkey
For a safe and secure delivery of your possessions to the desired destination, International Moving is the right mover. We are the leaders in providing you with the best international moving and shipping experience whether you are moving to or from Turkey or the US.
When Moving to Turkey
Depending on your budget and moving requirements, International Sea & Air Shipping will provide you the best option that will make your move smooth and hassle free. Some of the major moving criteria includes:
- Are there opportunities in Turkey to purchase property and household goods?
- Are you moving with family or alone?
- Are you selling property in the United States?
The Cost of Moving to Turkey
If you are moving too interior in Turkey, Cost of your relocation can be increased as it depends on the distance of your arrival point and the cubic footage of your goods. So Moving to Turkey will be a costly affair depending on your choice of your shipment.
To evaluate your home and weight of your belongings, appointing a site inspector will give you an exact estimate and cost of your move to Turkey. This in turn will help the international mover to offer you the exact cost for the service.
About Turkey
Located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Turkey is a country of significant geostrategic importance. Turks started occupying the present area of Turkey in the 11th century. One of the six independent Turkic states, Turkey is a democratic, secular, unitary and constitutional republic.
The eight countries bordering Turkey are Bulgaria, Greece, Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iran, Iraq, and Syria. Divided into seven census regions, Turkey is roughly rectangular in shape. In terms of area, Turkey is the world’s 37th largest country. Mount Ararat is the Turkey’s highest point.
The culture of Turkey is diverse and is a blend of various elements of the Oguz Turkic, Anatolian, Ottoman and Western culture and traditions. Product of the efforts to be a modern western state with traditional religious and historical values is the culture of Turkey.
As an independent Turkic state, Turkey is a member of Council of Europe, NATO, OECD, OSCE, and the G-20 major economies and has the world’s 15th largest GDP and 17th largest nominal GDP. Tourism sector is one of the main contributors to the Turkey’s economy. The trade partners of Turkey are Germany, France, UK, Italy, Iraq, Russia, China, and US.
Custom Regulations for Turkey :
*NOTE: CUSTOMS REGULATIONS AND DOCUMENTS REQUIRED VARY GREATLY ACCORDING TO CUSTOMER'S IMMIGRATION STATUS.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Passport for customer and dependents (with valid entry stamp)
- Residence Visa
- Residence Permit
- Work Permit
- Application Letter
- Inventory (showing brand name and serial numbers of electrical appliances)
- Letter of Guarantee issued by customer's Turkish employer
- Letter authorizing destination agent to clear shipment
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
- ANY CUSTOMER WHO IS A TURKISH CITIZEN MUST BE PRESENT FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
- Used household goods and personal effects permitted for import if for customer's own use
- Household goods must arrive within two months before or six months after the customer's passport is stamped for entry into Turkey
- Customers that hold a Turkish Passport must have lived abroad for a continuous period in excess of two years in order to import items free of duty that were acquired outside of Turkey
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
- Food
- Alcoholic beverages and tobacco products
- Perfume
- Used appliances, electronics, etc. should not be packed in original cartons, or they will be considered new
- Electrical goods should be compatible with the number of family members in the household
- Duplicate electrical items are dutiable
- Fax machines and telecommunication equipment are restricted
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Weapons and ammunition
- Narcotics and drugs
- Explosives
MOTOR VEHICLES
- CUSTOMER MUST BE PRESENT FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE OF ANY VEHICLE
- Vehicle must arrive within three months before or three months after customer's passport is stamped for entry into Turkey
- Turkish citizens must obtain a labor permit for importation of a motor vehicle
- New vehicles are relatively problem free, but there are restrictions on vehicles over three years old
- A non-Turkish National may avoid taxes and import duty when importing a vehicle in Turkey if a Letter of Guarantee is provided
- If vehicle is included in container with household goods, household goods will not be released until vehicle is cleared
- No minibuses allowed
- Documents required:
- "Carnet de Passage"
- Owner's Passport
- Residence Permit
- Purchase Invoice
- Black Book (motor and chassis number)
- Letter of Guarantee from Customer
PETS
- Health Certificate required
NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers.Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, International sea & air shipping cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance.Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.
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Motto : Sovereignty rests unconditionally with the nation, Turkish, Peace in the homeland, peace in the world, Turkish, What a happiness to say & I am Turk!
Capital : Ankara
National Anthem : "İstiklâl Marşı" ("The March of Independence")
Geography
Location : Southeastern Europe and Southwestern Asia (that portion of Turkey west of the Bosporus is geographically part of Europe), bordering the Black Sea, between Bulgaria and Georgia, and bordering the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean Sea, between Greece and Syria
Area : Total : 783,562 sq km Land : 769,632 sq km
Water : 13,930 sq km
Climate : Temperate; hot, dry summers with mild, wet winters; harsher in interior
People
Nationality : Turk(s)
Population : 78,785,548 (July 2011 est.)
Major Cities : Istanbul 10.378 million; ANKARA (capital) 3.846 million; Izmir 2.679 million; Bursa 1.559 million; Adana 1.339 million (2009)
Languages : Turkish (official), Kurdish, Other minority languages
Economy
GDP : $958.3 billion (2010 est.)
Exchange Rates : Turkish liras (TRY) per US dollar - 1.5181 (2010), 1.55 (2009), 1.3179 (2008), 1.319 (2007), 1.4286 (2006)
Transportation
Airports : 99 (2010)
Roadways : Total : 352,046 km
Waterways : 1,200 km
Ports & Terminals : Aliaga, Diliskelesi, Eregli, Izmir, Izmit (Kocaeli), Mercin (Icel), Limani, Yarimca
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