Toll Turkey

What is a toll (obligation)?

Most countries in Europe charge toll fees. There is a so-called toll obligation. But what does that mean? For the use of many motorways and expressways as well as tunnels and bridges, so-called toll fees are charged. The money collected through tolls is invested, for example, in the road network. This ensures a smooth journey on your way to your holiday destination.

• Infrastructure: Construction and maintenance of roads and motorways

• Road safety and traffic management: intelligent traffic systems or toll bridges

• Environmental protection: expansion of noise barriers or measures to reduce emissions

How is the toll collected?

In general, tolls can be collected in various forms. These include the vignette obligation, the distance-based toll and the special toll.

In Turkey there is no classic vignette obligation. Instead, an electronic toll system (HGS – Hızlı Geçiş Sistemi) is used. This works with an HGS sticker or an HGS card. When passing through the toll station, the credit is automatically deducted. The amount of the toll differs depending on the vehicle class and the distance travelled. Accordingly, the toll is collected as a distance-based toll.

Which roads are subject to tolls?

In Turkey, all motorways are subject to tolls. Additional fees apply for certain bridges and tunnels.

• Bosphorus Tunnel

• Three Bosphorus Bridges in Istanbul

• Osmangazi Bridge (Istanbul – Izmir)

• Çanakkale 1915 Bridge over the Dardanelles

Special regulations

Vehicles with an axle spacing of more than 3.2 m are charged a higher toll. The same applies to combinations with tandem axles. Motorhomes are classified differently depending on axle spacing.

Vehicle classes

Vehicles are divided into the following categories:

• Category 1: 2-axle vehicles with axle spacing under 3.2 m

• Category 2: 2-axle vehicles with axle spacing of 3.2 m or more

• Category 3: Vehicles or combinations with 3 axles

• Category 4: Vehicles or combinations with 4 or 5 axles

• Category 5: Vehicles or combinations with 6 or more axles

• Category 6: Motorcycles

• Category 7: Motorcycles

Payment

In Turkey, tolls are predominantly paid electronically via the HGS system. HGS stickers or cards are available at the post offices of the Turkish Post (PTT), at rest stops, petrol stations and toll stations, and can also be topped up there. The HGS system is vehicle-specific and non-transferable.

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FAQ: Questions and answers about tolls in Turkey

Is there a vignette obligation in Turkey?

No. There is no classic vignette obligation in Turkey. Instead, the toll is collected via the electronic HGS system.

Where can I obtain the HGS system?

HGS stickers and cards are available at the post offices of the Turkish Post (PTT), at motorway service areas, petrol stations and toll stations.

How do I pay the toll in Turkey?

Payment is made automatically via the topped-up HGS credit. In exceptional cases, cash or card payment is also possible at individual toll stations.