The Circular involving the additional measures regarding COVID-19 determined in the Presidential Cabinet convened on August 19, 2021 is sent to the relevant institutions. According to the Circular, as of September 6, 2021; for people who are not vaccinated should submit a PCR test with a negative result;

  • In participation in activities such as concerts, cinemas, and theaters,
  • Intercity travels by plane, bus, train, or other public transportation vehicles, excluding private vehicles,
  • Participation in other events or activities in which people are present collectively is determined by the relevant governorships/sub-governorships.

In this context, it will be asked by operators/organizers through the HES code that whether people are vaccinated or have had COVID-19; for people who are not vaccinated or have not had the disease, a negative PCR test performed within a maximum of 48 hours will be asked through the HES code.

You can reach the related announcement via the link (In Turkish).

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