Health & safety: Türkiye
Tap water
Caution
Food safety
Safe
Can you drink the tap water in Türkiye?
Istanbul tap water safe per official but locals usually drink bottled. Rural areas avoid tap.
Food safety in Türkiye
Excellent food safety.
Vaccinations
Required for entry
None required for entry.
Recommended by CDC/WHO
- Hepatitis A + B
- Typhoid
- Rabies if outdoor
Always check the CDC traveler's health page 4-6 weeks before departure for current recommendations.
Altitude warnings
Cappadocia (1,000m), Mt Ararat (5,137m).
Mosquito-borne diseases
Low. Some West Nile.
Heat risk
Southern coast + interior Jul-Aug 40°C+.
Emergency medical infrastructure
Acıbadem + Memorial in Istanbul world-class.