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Turkey 2019 Crime & Safety Report: Istanbul Turkey 2019 Crime & Safety Report: Istanbul This is an annual report produced in conjunction with the Regional Security Office at the U.S. Consulate General in Istanbul, Turkey. The current U.S. Department of State Travel Advisory at the date of this report’s publication assesses Turkey at Level 3, indicating travelers should reconsider travel due to terrorism and arbitrary detentions. Do not travel to areas in Turkey near the Syrian and Iraqi borders due to the continued threat of civil war in Syria and attacks by terrorist groups. Overall Crime and Safety Situation The U.S. Consulate General in Istanbul does not assume responsibility for the professional ability or integrity of the persons or firms appearing in this report. The American Citizens’ Services unit (ACS) cannot recommend a particular individual or location, and assumes no responsibility for the quality of service provided. Review OSAC’s Turkey-specific page for original OSAC reporting, consular messages, and contact information, some of which may be available only to private-sector representatives with an OSAC password. Crime Threats There is minimal risk from crime in Istanbul. Even though Istanbul is Turkey’s largest metropolitan city, Istanbul’s crime rates as they relate to foreigners are very low. Remain aware of the potential for petty crimes such as pickpocketing in popular tourist areas and other crowded locations. Although not very common, petty crime can also occur in locations such as the airport as well as on public transportation, including on buses, dolmuses (hop-on hop-off for pay mini-bus), trolleys, and the metro. Credit card and ATM usage is relatively safe with few reports of fraud, including in locations catering to international clientele. U.S. citizens have reported a particular kind of scam in Istanbul that targets male tourists traveling alone. The victims are unsuspecting tourists lured into bars in the Taksim area or near Fatih neighborhood. The ultimate goal of the perpetrator is to get the victim intoxicated and then relieve him of his belongings such as backpacks, bags, electronics or other valuable items. Instances of this type of scam occur more often in the summer, at the peak of the tourist season, and are most likely underreported. Cybersecurity Issues Internet crimes, mainly consisting of fraud and romance scams, have increased significantly in Turkey over the past several years. While the type of scam can vary from a romance to a visa lottery, they all have the same goal in common – to entice the victim to send money to an individual or company in Turkey. The most common scam involves a person in Turkey (often claiming to be a U.S. citizen living here) beginning a long-distance relationship with a someone living in the United States. After several months of online communication, the person in Turkey alleges medical or legal trouble that requires substantial monetary aid to address. For a full list of scams, visit the State Department’s International Financial Scams webpage. 1 Transportation-Safety Situation For more information, review OSAC’s Report, Security in Transit: Airplanes, Public Transport, and Overnights. Road Safety and Road Conditions As Turkey’s largest city, Istanbul is serviced by two large international airports, one of which – Atatürk International Airport (IST) – is expected to move to a new location north of the city in 2019. According to Turkish officials, this new airport will service some 200 million passengers annually when operating at full capacity. Traffic frequently congests Istanbul’s roads, as transportation infrastructure struggles to keep pace with the city’s growing population. Drivers regularly ignore traffic regulations, including driving through red lights and stop signs, and changing lanes without first assessing surroundings. Many of Istanbul’s side streets are extremely narrow and overwhelmingly congested with parked cars, blocked easily by accidents or delivery vehicles. Roads can abruptly turn into dead ends or change into one-way passages with little or no warning. Drivers must pull to the side of the road to make way for oncoming traffic that, at times, can escalate into road rage by some overly aggressive drivers. Drive defensively at all times, and leave room to maneuver. Rental car services are available, and smartphone-based navigation applications are relatively reliable for those unfamiliar with Istanbul’s geography. However, Istanbul traffic dynamics are aggressive compared to other European cities, and traffic accidents are frequent. Police response to traffic accidents is usually prompt, and insurance companies are effective in settling claims related to auto damage and personal injury. Due to Istanbul’s unique topography and historic environs, road travel can often prove treacherous during periods of inclement weather, which can include snow and ice. For more information on driving, review OSAC’s Report Driving Overseas: Best Practices. Public Transportation Conditions Taxicabs are relatively safe and remain highly regulated by the Turkish government; however, most do not have functional seatbelts in the rear seats. The majority of taxi drivers do not have a high-level working proficiency of English, sometimes making communication a challenge. Foreign travelers have reported taxi drivers using circuitous routes to increase the meter fare. Always ask to have the meter turned on unless comfortable with a pre-negotiated flat rate. Public buses and the metro are reliable, and the extensive route networks are relatively safe, but their use can prove challenging to travelers unfamiliar with Istanbul. The city of Istanbul straddles two continents and the Bosporus Strait. Three toll bridges span the Bosporus, and ferries constantly shuttle between the European and Asian sides. Ferries are relatively inexpensive and depart/arrive on a set schedule. Smaller water taxis are abundant and available for hire, but are nominally more expensive. 2 Istanbul remains the only city in Turkey where Uber ride-sharing services are operational. However, in recent months and under pressure from the taxi unions, the Turkish government has intimated plans to prohibit Uber’s platform in Turkey. As of this report’s publication, the Uber smartphone app remains functional and is a safe, reliable, and convenient mode of transportation, as are other ride-sharing applications. Reportedly, the Ministries of Tourism and Transportation and municipal authorities both license all Uber drivers. However, there have been a number of reports of Uber drivers stopped at traffic checkpoints and receiving fines for providing unlicensed car service; in some instances, police have fined passengers in the same vehicles. For more information on ride sharing, review OSAC’s Annual Briefing Report Safety and Security in the Share Economy. Private cars and drivers are readily available in Istanbul and relatively affordable, especially for airport transfers. Aviation/Airport Conditions Currently, Atatürk Airport (IST) remains the primary international air hub on the European side of Istanbul. IST airport was supposed to close and transition operations to New Istanbul Airport (ISL) in October 2018. However, the airport rescheduled the transition date for all commercial flight service departing from ISL to later in 2019; there is only limited commercial flight service from ISL at this time. Expect flight disruptions during the scheduled 2019 transition from IST to ISL. Once commercial flight service moves to the New Istanbul Airport, its airport identifier will become IST and the old Atatürk airport will become ISL. Cargo operations will continue from Atatürk airport for an undetermined period, as cargo hangars/facilities at the new airport remain under construction. There is only one 400-room hotel at ISL; however, only half of those rooms will be ready by March 2019, and rooms will only be available for occupancy on the secure side of the airport. Metro lines and other public transportation from the New Airport into Istanbul will not be complete for at least 18 months after the opening. In addition to being a domestic and international air hub, Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) on the Asian side of Istanbul maintains capacity for private/charter aircraft requiring the use of a fixed- base operator (FBO). Turkish security services continue to maintain a robust presence at the airports, and travelers seeking assistance from English-speaking security personnel are usually able to do so with relative ease. Terrorism Threat Local, Regional, and International Terrorism Threats/Concerns There is considerable risk from terrorism in Istanbul. Turkey’s security environment has vastly improved over the last two years; however, southeastern provinces of Turkey remain under more heightened threat of extremist activity. Efforts by Turkey’s security services to detect, deter, and disrupt extremist organizations operating in Turkey, coupled with U.S-led Counter-ISIS Coalition successes in Syria, have diminished these organizations’ capacity to carry out terrorist attacks in Istanbul. Take the necessary steps to protect yourself appropriately when visiting destinations frequented by Westerners, as outlined in the travel advisory. 3 Although Istanbul has not suffered a significant extremist attack since January 2017, the extremist threat to conduct terrorist attacks against U.S. interests and Western targets continues. ISIS continues efforts to target U.S. interests, Westerners, and civilian populations worldwide. U.S. Consulate General Istanbul
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