Overview

• The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office warns that accepting rides from unlicensed taxi drivers in Turkey carries high risk of scams and overcharging.
• UK tourists are instructed to use only licensed taxis, note or photograph vehicle registration numbers before boarding, and agree fares in advance.
• Many British travelers recommend the BiTaksi app for its transparent fare estimates and more reliable service in busy tourist areas.
• The updated travel advice also cautions holidaymakers about the hazards of extreme sports activities such as paragliding and skiing.
• Online reports indicate unlicensed drivers often avoid Turkish passengers to exploit foreign visitors with inflated fares.