The Turkish National Police is a professional police force and is responsive to crimes committed against foreigners. Towns along and crossings of the Turkish-Syrian border are areas of concern. Throughout 2018, Adana airport and other regional airports experienced shifting levels of security, to include the presence of Turkish National Police, Gendarme forces, and extra private security at vehicle and passenger screening points. Website: https://tr.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/adana/, Nearby Posts: Embassy Ankara, Consulate General Istanbul. Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Turkey. The Kurdistan People’s Congress (also Kongra Gel, KGK; Kurdistan Workers’ Party, PKK) has been the most active terrorist organization in Turkey, targeting Turkish government facilities and infrastructure. During December 2017 demonstrations near official U.S. facilities, Turkish police provided additional security resources. Authorities enforce these laws vigorously. Known terrorist groups active in Turkey include: ISIS has a significant presence in northern Syria, and along portions of the Turkish/Syrian border. Bureau of Diplomatic Security
Overseas Security Advisory Council
This, combined with the fact that the government removed all combat arms units of the Turkish military from major urban areas following the coup attempt, indicates coups are unlikely in the near future. Raw Turkish National Police crime statistics the for Adana province for 2018 include 5,668 thefts, 280 cases of extortion & robbery, 57 homicides, 1,318 vehicle break-ins, and 67 vehicle thefts.
Adana, Turkey 1 post 2. U.S. government employees require advance approval prior to official travel to these provinces.
Security at Adana Şakirpaşa Airport (ADA) is satisfactory. U.S. Consulate officers have experienced several challenges associated with obtaining access to U.S. citizens detained on the grounds of alleged connections to elements deemed subversive to the Turkish state. Pedestrians do not have the right of way; exercise extreme caution when crossing streets.
Safety in Adana, Turkey Safety walking alone during daylight 61.44 High Safety walking alone during night 34.78 Low Contributors: 31 Last update: June 2020 These data are based on perceptions of visitors of this website in the ? Crimes of opportunity (e.g. After purporting to run into an accident, arrest, travel emergency, intention to visit, or other situation, they request funds. Only patronize taxis with meters. The coup attempt was short-lived, despite its significant casualty count. For more information, review OSAC’s report, Drive defensively at all times. Municipal buses and private. For more information, please review OSAC’s Report. Ararat, should exercise extreme caution. Mugging, vandalism, and other petty crimes do occur, as does narcotics-related crime.
PortuguêsCrime em Adana Pedestrians also flaunt traffic rules by crossing against the light and walking in the street. minibuses cover most of the city, but can be hard to navigate without some level of Turkish-language fluency. ɱD2��Hi��0�L��ɷ`�0{7���&���&���� @�1����$�_ba`bd`�V��8�����_ ��h Security at Adana Şakirpaşa Airport (ADA) is satisfactory. Parked vehicles often block sidewalks and driveways. However, this sentiment has not manifested to violent demonstrations and/or targeting of U.S. private sector interests. The Turkish constitution prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities in the provision of state services, employment, education, and access to health care. In particular, Diyarbakır, Mardin, Sirnak, and Hakkâri have experienced continued violence associated with conflict between Turkish security forces and the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) terrorist group. Threats to U.S. citizens and interests from transnational and indigenous groups alike remain common. Driving at night or in inclement weather can be particularly challenging. Private Turkish security and other air-operations-related firms generally handle traveler/luggage screening. Country-specific Vaccination and Health Guidance. Please note that all OSAC products are for internal U.S. private sector security purposes only. Terrorist organizations explicitly target Western tourists and expatriates.
Turkish law enforcement regularly investigates and detains individuals suspected of terrorist activity, including in Adana, Diyarbakır, and Gaziantep. The American Citizens’ Services unit (ACS) cannot recommend a particular individual or location, and assumes no responsibility for the quality of service provided. There has been an increase in cases of foreigners establishing contact with U.S. citizens online and over several months building a romantic interest. Turkish law dictates behavior toward Turkish political figures and institutions, particularly the founder of the Turkish Republic, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. Large-scale terrorist attacks including suicide bombings, ambushes, car bomb detonations, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), kidnappings for ransom, shootings, roadblocks, and violent demonstrations have occurred in these areas. Nonetheless, Turkish security forces maintain robust capabilities, especially in the realm of counterterrorism. Additionally, reaction to Israel-related policies and actions has included spontaneous demonstrations at synagogues. For example, in 2017, widespread ultra-nationalist sentiment manifested itself through violent attacks against Syrian refugee, Kurdish, and Alevi neighborhoods. The conflict in Syria and the renewed hostilities between Kurdish terrorists and Turkish security forces in Kurdish-majority provinces of the southeast continue to be of concern to the overall stability in the southern provinces. Foreign women may be subject to verbal harassment, staring, pinching, or following.
Contact the U.S. Consulate in Adana, located at 212 Girne Bulvari, Guzelevler Mahallesi, Yuregir, Adana at +90-322-455-4100. Many buildings do not meet Western seismic standards.
Track breaking Adana headlines & analysis on Hürriyet Daily News. For medical assistance, refer to the Consulate’s. Terms of Use and Be cautious if a bystander flags you down to indicate a flat tire; drive to the nearest attended gas station before stopping. Broad civilian resistance during the failed coup demonstrated the populace remains committed to civilian control of the government. The PKK is one of several organizations engaged in trafficking and marketing of drugs. Traffic and. Do not buy counterfeit/pirated goods. endstream endobj startxref Be careful about suspicious requests for deposits and various types of registration fees. Traffic and the threat of accidents provide a daily challenge, and traffic fatalities are high nationwide. For example, in 2017, widespread ultra-nationalist sentiment manifested itself through violent attacks against Syrian refugee, Kurdish, and Alevi neighborhoods. The current U.S. Department of State Travel Advisory at the date of this report’s publication assesses Turkey at Level 3, indicating travelers should reconsider travel to the country due to terrorism and arbitrary detentions. pickpocketing, purse snatching) may occur more frequently; however, random violent crime is rare. In the wake of increased threat from terrorism, the TNP provides a highly visible uniformed presence in/around Adana, to include crowded locations of critical infrastructure (e.g. Review OSAC’s Turkey-specific page for original OSAC reporting, consular messages, and contact information, some of which may be available only to private-sector representatives with an OSAC password. For more information on self-driving, review OSAC’s report, Driving Overseas: Best Practices. While there has been no reported kidnapping of Westerners from Turkey, the presence of ISIS and other extremist groups is a concern. . Media reports show Turkish security forces taking action to disrupt potential terrorist plots and to discourage potential supporters of terrorist activity. Throughout 2018, Adana and other cities throughout the southeast experienced significant road construction projects for some major thoroughfares. Not only are bootleg copies illegal to bring into the U.S., purchasing them is against local law. 1 Turkey 2019 Crime & Safety Report: Adana This is an annual report produced in conjunction with the Regional Security Office at the U.S. Consulate in Adana, Turkey. Contact Information for Available Medical Services. The second screening area occurs at the entrances to the terminal building. Interested private-sector security managers should contact OSAC’s Europe Team with any questions. Attacks include a vehicle-borne IED detonated in front of Adana’s governor’s office (November 2016) and an attack on police headquarters in Gaziantep (January 2017). Turkey is in an earthquake prone region. Notably, in 2017, there were reported incidents of direct terrorist attack and indirect fire such as mortars and rockets throughout the southeast. During the summer, it is not uncommon to see women wearing shorts and dresses and men in shorts and sandals. U.S. military personnel and Department of Defense civilians have additional restrictions, and should consult their local area commander to obtain the latest travel guidance. The Turkish government generally remains tolerant of its religious and ethnic minorities, and provides increased levels of security support around non-Sunni Islamic places of worship (e.g.
Adana’s rail mass transit system is not extensive, and not widely used by visitors.
There is considerable risk from terrorism in Adana. Travelers must obtain permission for access from the Turkish government. In the wake of the 2016 attempt, the government fired and/or arrested several thousand members of the military and police services; purges of their ranks continue. In Adana and some other cities throughout the southeast, air quality during the winter can become extremely poor due to the burning of coal, wood, and other materials for home heating. The PKK has an established infrastructure and network to produce, transport, and traffic opiates and cannabis throughout Europe. There is currently no active Country Council in Adana. Southeastern Turkey, including the provinces of.
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Adana, Turkey 1 post 2. U.S. government employees require advance approval prior to official travel to these provinces.
Security at Adana Şakirpaşa Airport (ADA) is satisfactory. U.S. Consulate officers have experienced several challenges associated with obtaining access to U.S. citizens detained on the grounds of alleged connections to elements deemed subversive to the Turkish state. Pedestrians do not have the right of way; exercise extreme caution when crossing streets.
Safety in Adana, Turkey Safety walking alone during daylight 61.44 High Safety walking alone during night 34.78 Low Contributors: 31 Last update: June 2020 These data are based on perceptions of visitors of this website in the ? Crimes of opportunity (e.g. After purporting to run into an accident, arrest, travel emergency, intention to visit, or other situation, they request funds. Only patronize taxis with meters. The coup attempt was short-lived, despite its significant casualty count. For more information, review OSAC’s report, Drive defensively at all times. Municipal buses and private. For more information, please review OSAC’s Report. Ararat, should exercise extreme caution. Mugging, vandalism, and other petty crimes do occur, as does narcotics-related crime.
PortuguêsCrime em Adana Pedestrians also flaunt traffic rules by crossing against the light and walking in the street. minibuses cover most of the city, but can be hard to navigate without some level of Turkish-language fluency. ɱD2��Hi��0�L��ɷ`�0{7���&���&���� @�1����$�_ba`bd`�V��8�����_ ��h Security at Adana Şakirpaşa Airport (ADA) is satisfactory. Parked vehicles often block sidewalks and driveways. However, this sentiment has not manifested to violent demonstrations and/or targeting of U.S. private sector interests. The Turkish constitution prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities in the provision of state services, employment, education, and access to health care. In particular, Diyarbakır, Mardin, Sirnak, and Hakkâri have experienced continued violence associated with conflict between Turkish security forces and the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) terrorist group. Threats to U.S. citizens and interests from transnational and indigenous groups alike remain common. Driving at night or in inclement weather can be particularly challenging. Private Turkish security and other air-operations-related firms generally handle traveler/luggage screening. Country-specific Vaccination and Health Guidance. Please note that all OSAC products are for internal U.S. private sector security purposes only. Terrorist organizations explicitly target Western tourists and expatriates.
Turkish law enforcement regularly investigates and detains individuals suspected of terrorist activity, including in Adana, Diyarbakır, and Gaziantep. The American Citizens’ Services unit (ACS) cannot recommend a particular individual or location, and assumes no responsibility for the quality of service provided. There has been an increase in cases of foreigners establishing contact with U.S. citizens online and over several months building a romantic interest. Turkish law dictates behavior toward Turkish political figures and institutions, particularly the founder of the Turkish Republic, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. Large-scale terrorist attacks including suicide bombings, ambushes, car bomb detonations, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), kidnappings for ransom, shootings, roadblocks, and violent demonstrations have occurred in these areas. Nonetheless, Turkish security forces maintain robust capabilities, especially in the realm of counterterrorism. Additionally, reaction to Israel-related policies and actions has included spontaneous demonstrations at synagogues. For example, in 2017, widespread ultra-nationalist sentiment manifested itself through violent attacks against Syrian refugee, Kurdish, and Alevi neighborhoods. The conflict in Syria and the renewed hostilities between Kurdish terrorists and Turkish security forces in Kurdish-majority provinces of the southeast continue to be of concern to the overall stability in the southern provinces. Foreign women may be subject to verbal harassment, staring, pinching, or following.
Contact the U.S. Consulate in Adana, located at 212 Girne Bulvari, Guzelevler Mahallesi, Yuregir, Adana at +90-322-455-4100. Many buildings do not meet Western seismic standards.
Track breaking Adana headlines & analysis on Hürriyet Daily News. For medical assistance, refer to the Consulate’s. Terms of Use and Be cautious if a bystander flags you down to indicate a flat tire; drive to the nearest attended gas station before stopping. Broad civilian resistance during the failed coup demonstrated the populace remains committed to civilian control of the government. The PKK is one of several organizations engaged in trafficking and marketing of drugs. Traffic and. Do not buy counterfeit/pirated goods. endstream endobj startxref Be careful about suspicious requests for deposits and various types of registration fees. Traffic and the threat of accidents provide a daily challenge, and traffic fatalities are high nationwide. For example, in 2017, widespread ultra-nationalist sentiment manifested itself through violent attacks against Syrian refugee, Kurdish, and Alevi neighborhoods. The current U.S. Department of State Travel Advisory at the date of this report’s publication assesses Turkey at Level 3, indicating travelers should reconsider travel to the country due to terrorism and arbitrary detentions. pickpocketing, purse snatching) may occur more frequently; however, random violent crime is rare. In the wake of increased threat from terrorism, the TNP provides a highly visible uniformed presence in/around Adana, to include crowded locations of critical infrastructure (e.g. Review OSAC’s Turkey-specific page for original OSAC reporting, consular messages, and contact information, some of which may be available only to private-sector representatives with an OSAC password. For more information on self-driving, review OSAC’s report, Driving Overseas: Best Practices. While there has been no reported kidnapping of Westerners from Turkey, the presence of ISIS and other extremist groups is a concern. . Media reports show Turkish security forces taking action to disrupt potential terrorist plots and to discourage potential supporters of terrorist activity. Throughout 2018, Adana and other cities throughout the southeast experienced significant road construction projects for some major thoroughfares. Not only are bootleg copies illegal to bring into the U.S., purchasing them is against local law. 1 Turkey 2019 Crime & Safety Report: Adana This is an annual report produced in conjunction with the Regional Security Office at the U.S. Consulate in Adana, Turkey. Contact Information for Available Medical Services. The second screening area occurs at the entrances to the terminal building. Interested private-sector security managers should contact OSAC’s Europe Team with any questions. Attacks include a vehicle-borne IED detonated in front of Adana’s governor’s office (November 2016) and an attack on police headquarters in Gaziantep (January 2017). Turkey is in an earthquake prone region. Notably, in 2017, there were reported incidents of direct terrorist attack and indirect fire such as mortars and rockets throughout the southeast. During the summer, it is not uncommon to see women wearing shorts and dresses and men in shorts and sandals. U.S. military personnel and Department of Defense civilians have additional restrictions, and should consult their local area commander to obtain the latest travel guidance. The Turkish government generally remains tolerant of its religious and ethnic minorities, and provides increased levels of security support around non-Sunni Islamic places of worship (e.g.
Adana’s rail mass transit system is not extensive, and not widely used by visitors.
There is considerable risk from terrorism in Adana. Travelers must obtain permission for access from the Turkish government. In the wake of the 2016 attempt, the government fired and/or arrested several thousand members of the military and police services; purges of their ranks continue. In Adana and some other cities throughout the southeast, air quality during the winter can become extremely poor due to the burning of coal, wood, and other materials for home heating. The PKK has an established infrastructure and network to produce, transport, and traffic opiates and cannabis throughout Europe. There is currently no active Country Council in Adana. Southeastern Turkey, including the provinces of.
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