Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Military Operations

Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Military Operations

July 15, 2016

The U.S. Mission in Turkey advises American citizens that military operations are underway in Ankara and could occur in other parts of the country.  U.S. citizens are advised to seek shelter in safe places.  Avoid unnecessary travel.  Monitor media reports.  The Mission will share further information as it becomes available.

For further detailed information regarding Turkey and travel:

  • Contact the U.S. Embassy in Ankara, located at 110 Ataturk Boulevard, Kavaklidere, 06100 Ankara, at +90-312-455-5555, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. After-hours emergency number for U.S. citizens is +90-312-455-5555 or +90-212-335-9000 (U.S. Consulate General Istanbul).
  • Contact the U.S. Consulate General in Istanbul, located at 2 Uçsehitler Sokagi, 34460, Istinye, Sariyer, at +90-212-335-9000.
  • Contact the U.S. Consulate in Adana, located at 212 Girne Bulvari, Guzelevler Mahallesi, Yuregir, Adana at +90-322-455-4100.
  • Contact the Consular Agency in Izmir at Izmir@state.gov.
  • Call 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries from8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
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