HGS stands for “Hızlı Geçiş Sistemi” meaning “Fast Pass System”. Where to Get ItYou can purchase an HGS pass at PTT (Turkish Post) branches and the PTT Head Office.They are also available at some authorized sales points such as certain…
Areas Closed for Residency Applications Dur to the high density of foreigners in various regions of our country, the Ministry has previously closed 781 neighborhoods in certain provinces to temporary protection registration, international protection registration, residence permits, and changes to…
Duty Free Allowance When entering Türkiye as a traveler (tourist or visitor), you can bring certain goods without paying customs duty, as long as they are for personal use and within the specified limits. As of early 2026, Turkey abolished…
If you’re looking for a classic Revani recipe, this traditional Turkish semolina cake is light, fluffy, and soaked in fragrant lemon syrup. Popular across Türkiye and often served after meals or during celebrations, Revani is simple to prepare and incredibly…
Authentic Turkish Tulumba Recipe – Crispy, Syrupy & Easy to MakeIf you’re looking for a traditional Tulumba recipe, this authentic Turkish tulumba tatlısı is crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and soaked in sweet lemon syrup. Popular across…
Turkish Lokma (lokma tatlısı) is a traditional deep-fried dough dessert soaked in light lemon syrup. Crispy on the outside and soft inside, lokma is commonly served at celebrations, religious holidays, weddings, and memorial gatherings throughout Türkiye. What is Lokma?Lokma (meaning…
Gözleme is a traditional, savory Turkish stuffed flatbread made from thin, hand-rolled dough that is folded over a filling, sealed, and cooked on a hot metal griddle. DoughIngredients2½ cups all-purpose flour1 tsp salt1 tbsp olive oil~¾–1 cup warm water (add…
Turkish Alphabet and Pronunciation Learning Turkish starts with understanding how the letters are pronounced. Turkish letters are phonetic sounding. A aah (like a in father)araba – car B bbeh (like b in bed)balık – fish C cjeh (like j in…