Leaving Turkey by car – new rules

Attention Russian citizens leaving the Republic of Türkiye by car with foreign registration!

As of July 29, 2026, a new regulation of the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure of Türkiye has entered into force (published in “Resmî Gazete” No. 33324).

Key point: a vehicle with foreign license plates may not be allowed to leave Türkiye through a border checkpoint until all outstanding tolls for roads, bridges and tunnels, as well as administrative fines imposed for unpaid tolls, have been paid in full.

HGS (Hızlı Geçiş Sistemi): To use toll roads in Türkiye, vehicles with foreign plates must use the HGS electronic payment system (or an equivalent). An HGS sticker can be obtained at Turkish post offices (PTT), partner banks and border checkpoints.

Penalties:

• Within 15 days of the violation — only the toll is payable, with no fine ✅

• From 15 to 45 days — the toll + a fine equal to the toll ⚠️

• More than 45 days — the toll + a fine four times the toll❗️

How to check and pay outstanding amounts BEFORE arriving at the border:

Interactive Tax Office: ivd.gib.gov.tr → “Quick Payment” section → “Foreign-Plated Vehicle Payments”

General Directorate of Highways: kgm.gov.tr → “İhlalli Geçiş Sorgulama ve Ödeme”
HGS information: hgsmusteri.ptt.gov.tr

At the border checkpoint, payment can be made by bank card or in cash at the cashier. However, to avoid delays, it is recommended that you check and pay all outstanding amounts in advance, before heading to the border.

Recommended:

Check for outstanding amounts before traveling to the border;

Make sure you have an HGS sticker and sufficient account balance;

Keep payment receipts;

Allow extra time for the inspection;

Please note: The Consulate General of Russia in Istanbul is not authorized to cancel Turkish administrative fines, pay outstanding amounts, or influence the decisions of Turkish border and customs authorities. This information material is for reference purposes only.

Telephone number of the Consulate General of Russia in Istanbul for emergencies (threats to life, health and safety):
+90-530-941-03-68