90 is the country calling code for Turkey.
Turkey is a country on the continent of Asia. The capital city of Turkey is Ankara.
How to Call Turkey from the UK
To call a telephone number in Turkey from the UK:
- Dial the international call prefix. For calls from the UK, this is 00 (or '+' from mobile phones).
- Dial the country code for Turkey - 90.
- Dial the number of the person/business, omitting the first zero if there is one.
Landlines – Area Codes in Turkey
Area codes for a selection of the biggest cities in Turkey are listed below:
- Adana – 322
- Antalya -242
- Ankara – 312
- Bursa – 224
- Istanbul (Asian side) – 216
- Istanbul (European side) – 212
- Izmir – 232
- Gaziantep – 342
- Konya – 332
- Kayseri – 352
- Mersin – 324
When calling a landline number from a different area within Turkey or from Turkish mobile, a 0 prefix must be dialled before the area code.
When calling from a landline within the same area, there is no need to dial the 0 prefix or area code.
Do not use the 0 prefix with the area code when calling from another country.
For example, to telephone a number in Antalya XXXXXXX :
- From a landline in Antalya dial XXXXXXX.
- From a landline in Turkey outside Antalya, dial 0242-XXXXXXX.
- From a Turkish mobile phone, dial 0242-XXXXXXX.
- From another country, dial the international access code (00/+), the Turkish country code (90), the area code, then the subscriber number e.g. 00-90-242-XXXXXXX or +90-242-XXXXXXX.
Mobile Telephone Numbers in Turkey
Mobile phone numbers in Turkey have 10 digits and they start with the number 5.
When calling Turkey from abroad, omit any 0 prefix listed with the number.
To make a call to a mobile telephone number in Turkey from another country, dial the international access code (00/+), the Turkey country code (90), and then the customer number e.g. 00-90-5XXXXXXXXX or +90-5XXXXXXXXX.
To make a phone call to a Turkish mobile phone from Turkey, dial the full 10-digit number with the 0 prefix e.g. 05XXXXXXXXX.
Fixed Line Statistics
Data from the World Bank shows that in 2023 there were 11.40 landline telephone subscribers for every 100 people living in Turkey.
In 2009 there were 22.80 fixed-line telephone subscriptions for every 100 people living in Turkey.
The table below shows how fixed-line phone subscription statistics have changed in recent years.
| Year | Landline Telephone Subscriptions (per 100 People) in Turkey |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 11.40 |
| 2022 | 12.90 |
| 2021 | 14.20 |
| 2020 | 14.50 |
| 2019 | 13.50 |
| 2018 | 13.80 |
| 2017 | 13.60 |
| 2016 | 13.60 |
| 2015 | 14.40 |
| 2014 | 16.10 |
| 2013 | 17.70 |
| 2012 | 18.40 |
| 2011 | 20.50 |
| 2010 | 22.10 |
| 2009 | 22.80 |
The decline in fixed-line telephone usage in Turkey is due to several factors. The rise of mobile phone usage has made it easier for people to communicate without a landline. Furthermore, the rise of internet-based communication tools such as Skype and WhatsApp has also played a role in the decline of landlines. These tools allow people to communicate with each other without the need for a landline.
Despite the decline in fixed-line telephone usage, it is still an important communications service in Turkey. For businesses, landlines are still seen as a more professional way to communicate than mobile phones.
Mobile Phone Statistics
According to the World Bank, there were 105.81 mobile phone subscribers per 100 people in 2022.
In 2008 there were 92.29 mobile phone subscriptions for every 100 people living in Turkey.
Mobile telephone subscription statistics by year for Turkey are shown in the table below.
| Year | Mobile Phone Subscriptions (per 100 People) in Turkey |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 105.81 |
| 2021 | 101.79 |
| 2020 | 97.61 |
| 2019 | 96.78 |
| 2018 | 96.75 |
| 2017 | 94.77 |
| 2016 | 92.65 |
| 2015 | 92.46 |
| 2014 | 92.03 |
| 2013 | 90.97 |
| 2012 | 89.91 |
| 2011 | 88.07 |
| 2010 | 84.39 |
| 2009 | 86.92 |
| 2008 | 92.29 |
Internet Usage Statistics
According to statistics from the World Bank, in 2024 87.30 per cent of the population of Turkey used the internet.
In 2010, only 39.80 per cent of the population were active internet users.
Internet usage statistics in recent years are shown in the table below.
| Year | Individuals Using the Internet in Turkey (% of Population) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 87.30 |
| 2023 | 86.00 |
| 2022 | 83.40 |
| 2021 | 81.40 |
| 2020 | 77.70 |
| 2019 | 74.00 |
| 2018 | 71.00 |
| 2017 | 64.70 |
| 2016 | 58.30 |
| 2015 | 53.70 |
| 2014 | 51.00 |
| 2013 | 46.30 |
| 2012 | 45.10 |
| 2011 | 43.10 |
| 2010 | 39.80 |
Internet usage in Turkey has increased significantly in recent years. There are several reasons for this, including the growth of broadband access and the increasing affordability of internet-enabled devices.
Time Difference
When calling Turkey from the UK, please note there is a time difference between Turkey and the UK.
The time right now in Turkey is . The date is .
The current time in the UK is . The date is .
The time difference between Turkey and UK (United Kingdom) is 2 hours.
Exchange Rate
The currency used in Turkey is the Turkish lira (TRY).
The current exchange rates between the Turkish lira and the British pound (TRY to GBP, GBP to TRY) are:
- 1 Turkish lira (TRY) = 0.015 GBP
- 1 British pound (GBP) = 65.176 TRY
Exchange rates on this page were last updated on .
Turkey – Facts and Figures
Turkey is a country located in Western Asia (with a small part in Southern Europe).
Turkey is bordered by eight countries, with Greece and Bulgaria to the northwest; Georgia to the northeast; Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Iran to the east; Iraq and Syria to the south.
The Mediterranean Sea lies to the south; the Aegean Sea to the west; and the Black Sea to the north.
Ankara is the capital of Turkey. Istanbul is the country’s largest city.
The official language is Turkish. The Turkish language is a member of the Turkic language family and is closely related to other Turkic languages such as Azerbaijani, Uzbek, and Turkmen.
The modern Turkish state was founded in 1923 after the collapse of the Ottoman Empire. It is a presidential republic.
The climate in Turkey varies depending on the region. The coastal areas have a typical Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The inland areas have a more continental climate, with hot summers and cold winters.
Turkey is a member of the United Nations, the OECD, the G20, and NATO.
Turkey is a major tourist destination. Istanbul is one of the world’s most visited cities.
The country is home to numerous World Heritage Sites. They include Aphrodisias, Troy, Gobekli Tepe, and Historic Areas of Istanbul (Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and more).
Useful information about Turkey:
- Two-letter Country Code (ISO 3166-1 alpha-2): TR
- Three-letter Country Code (ISO 3166-1 alpha-3): TUR
- Region: Asia
- Sub-region: Western Asia
- Capital: Ankara
- Area: 783,562 square km
- Language(s): Turkish
- Borders: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Greece, Iran, Iraq, Syrian Arab Republic
Data from the World Bank shows that in 2023 the population of Turkey was 85,326,000.
In 2009, the population was 72,039,206. Over the last 15 years, the population grew by 13,286,794 (18.4%).
The table below shows how the total population has changed in recent years.
| Year | Total Population of Turkey |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 85,326,000 |
| 2022 | 84,979,913 |
| 2021 | 84,147,318 |
| 2020 | 83,384,680 |
| 2019 | 82,579,440 |
| 2018 | 81,407,204 |
| 2017 | 80,312,698 |
| 2016 | 79,277,962 |
| 2015 | 78,218,479 |
| 2014 | 77,181,884 |
| 2013 | 76,147,624 |
| 2012 | 75,175,827 |
| 2011 | 74,223,629 |
| 2010 | 73,142,150 |
| 2009 | 72,039,206 |
Map of Turkey
The location of Turkey is shown on the map below.
