Turkey Travel Essentials
Everything you need to know about power plugs, tap water, and tipping in Turkey
Turkey
Essential travel information
Power Plug
Type C, F
230V • 50Hz
Two round pins (Type C) most common
Tap Water
Not Safe
Stick to bottled water in most areas
Tipping
Expected
5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, small tips for hotel staff
Turkey Travel Tips
What power adapter do I need for Turkey?
Turkey uses Type C, F plugs with 230V at 50Hz.Two round pins (Type C) most common
Can I drink the tap water in Turkey?
No, tap water is not recommended for drinking in Turkey. Stick to bottled water in most areas
Do I need to tip in Turkey?
Yes, tipping is expected in Turkey. 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, small tips for hotel staff