The penalty for committing a customs offence in Turkey depends on the exact nature of the act. Not every violation at customs automatically results in imprisonment. Some cases lead only to an administrative customs fine, while others may result in seizure of goods, confiscation, criminal investigation, or even a serious criminal trial under the Turkish […]
Turkey is one of the most visited countries by German citizens. Many German nationals travel to Turkey for holidays, family visits, business trips, medical treatment or transit purposes. In most cases, the entry process is routine. However, legal issues may arise when a foreign visitor is stopped at customs because of undeclared goods, prohibited items, […]
When a Foreign National Is Stopped at Turkish Customs Imagine this: you land in Istanbul after a long-haul flight, queue at passport control, pick up your luggage… and then, instead of “Nothing to Declare”, an officer asks you to step aside. Your suitcase is opened, questions start, and suddenly you realise you are no longer […]