Turkey straddles the border between Asia and Europe, showing visitors the best of both continents. It’s a fusion destination where east meets west, particularly in the city of Istanbul, which is the largest city in the world to span two continents. The native language is Turkish and the country has its own currency known as Turkish Lira.

Whether you love ancient history, culinary adventures or geological wonders, Turkey is a location that will capture your heart and mind. History enthusiasts fall in love with the Roman and Ottoman ruins around Bodrum and Side, while sun worshipers love the Mediterranean coastline in Marmaris and Lara Beach. The country’s even a haven for golf enthusiasts; Belek is home to almost 20 different courses, including ones designed by Sir Nick Faldo and Colin Montgomerie.

Turkey’s ideally suited to any pace of holiday and you’re sure to fall in love with the country’s unique charms during your stay. But before you set off, you'll need to choose a travel insurance policy that provides adequate cover.

Below is some more information about our insurance products, for which Terms and Conditions apply. Please visit the policy information hub for full details.

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Though plenty of holiday-makers enjoy a trouble-free trip, travel insurance is still essential when visiting Turkey. It can cover you if you need to cancel your trip, if you fall ill while you’re away or if your belongings are stolen.
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Turkey isn’t part of the Eurozone, so neither your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) nor your Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) will cover the cost of any medical expenses if you fall ill or suffer an injury while you’re away. This makes travel insurance for Turkey vitally important, because it’ll help ensure you’re not out of pocket if something goes wrong.

You should also consult your doctor 6-8 weeks before you travel, to get advice on which vaccinations you’ll need for Turkey. According to the National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC), it is recommended that travellers get vaccines for Hepatitis A and Tetanus, and some travellers may require Hepatitis B, Rabies and Typhoid immunisations too.

If you need help or support while you’re in Turkey, we can provide 24-hour emergency medical assistance and a GP consultation service. We also have a legal helpline for our policyholders. For contact information, and to find out if any exclusions apply, please consult your policy documents

Our Single Trip and Annual policies can keep you protected, whether you’re heading to Turkey once this year or going on multiple holidays.
You can choose a level of cover to suit your needs: Bronze, Silver or Gold. Depending on the policy you choose, you’ll be covered for: 
  • Cancelling or curtailing your trip
  • Emergency medical and associated expenses
  • Loss of passport*
  • Delayed personal possessions
  • Lost, stolen or damaged personal possessions*
  • Loss of personal money*
  • Personal accident cover
  • Missed departures
  • Delayed departures
  • Personal liability
  • Legal expenses
  • End-supplier failure**
  • *Not available with Bronze level cover
  • **Only available with Gold level cover
  • Terms and Conditions apply.
     
Heading on a beach holiday to Marmaris this year? Our Single Trip travel insurance could be just right. You can soak up the sun and enjoy the beautiful surroundings knowing that you’re covered.
If Turkey is just one country amongst many that you plan to visit this year, our Annual travel insurance policy may be the best option for you. It can provide you with cover for multiple journeys, up to 31 days long, over the course of a year. 
Backpacking is a great way to see the world. With our Backpacker travel insurance, you can experience the beauty of Turkey and still have cover as you travel elsewhere.
Many sports and leisure activities are covered on our standard travel insurance policies at no additional premium. From 5th May 2021, we will not be able to provide cover while you take part in riskier sports and leisure activities like kite surfing and rugby. This is only a temporary measure while we make improvements to our website. Please keep an eye on the Allianz Assistance website in the future so you are aware when we are able to offer this additional cover again.
From 5th May 2021 we will no longer be offering travel insurance policies to cover people’s pre-existing medical conditions. This is only a temporary measure while we make improvements to our online booking engine. Please keep an eye on the Allianz Assistance website in the future so you are aware when we are able to offer this additional cover again.
Heading to Turkey for a family holiday? You can protect your loved ones on the same policy with our Family travel insurance.
While we can still cover you under the standard sections of our travel insurance policy while on a cruise holiday we will temporarily be unable to offer the additional cover previously provided by the Cruise travel optional extra section. This is only for the short term, while we make improvements to our online booking process. Please keep an eye on the Allianz Assistance website in the future so you are aware when we are able to offer this additional cover again.
While we can still cover you under the standard sections of our travel insurance policy while on a Golf holiday, we will not be able to offer the additional cover previously provided by the Golf optional extra section. This is only a temporary measure while we make improvements to the booking engine of our website. Please keep an eye on the Allianz Assistance website in the future so you are aware when we are able to offer this additional cover again.