Priority vaccination

Türkiye has begun the full-fledged vaccination of its tourism employees. The drive will cover employees of airlines, airports, accommodation facilities and travel agencies.

Türkiye has begun the full-fledged vaccination of its tourism employees in coordination with

The Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Ministry of Health and Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA). The vaccination drive initiated by Turkey will cover employees of airlines, airports, accommodation facilities, travel agencies as well as professional guides. Vaccination of the entire tourism staff will be completed before the beginning of the 2021 summer season. Within the scope of ‘Safe Tourism Certification Program', this vaccination drive aims to welcome international travellers for the upcoming summer season and to ensure the health & safety of tourism employees and its residents. Since the launch of ‘Safe Tourism Certification Program' in June 2020, Türkiye has been following stringent health and safety guidelines and taking all necessary steps to ensure it continues to be safe. As part of the continuing efforts in the fight against COVID-19 and to further enhance its position as one of the world's safest destinations, Türkiye is continuing to invest in the ‘Safe Tourism Certification Program'. Up to now, more than 8,000 facilities have been certified. As the country is expecting a V-shaped recovery in touristic travels, the tourism workforce has been prioritised for vaccination.

Türkiye is continuing to invest in the ‘Safe Tourism Certification Program