Turkey: Mandatory PCR test to be presented from December 30
The date of entry into force of the requirement for a mandatory PCR test for entering the country has changed: tests must be presented from December 30, 2020. Children under 6 years of age do not require a test.
It was previously reported that in Turkey Tourists will require a certificate of PCR test for coronavirus from December 28. However, almost immediately there were changes in the timing.
On December 26, the airlines received a new Notam telegram from the Turkish aviation authorities clarifying the date of entry into force of the requirement for the mandatory presence of a PCR test for those entering the country.
Information about the receipt of NOTAM editorial was confirmed by all major tour operators in Turkey. They will inform their customers promptly.
From December 29, 2020, 21.00 – that is, from 00.00 on December 30 Turkish time (UTC+3), coinciding with Moscow time, all passengers over 6 years of age will have to submit a negative PCR test for COVID-19 when boarding.
The test must be done no earlier than 72 hours before entering Turkey. Passengers who have not taken the test will not be allowed on board.
This requirement applies to transit passengers.
The requirement for a PCR test will be valid until March 1, 2021.
Source: atorus