The Turkish agency responsible for drone safety, DGSAA, has provided several internet-accessible details on flying for fun or work. The highlights are enumerated below. For more details, go to the link above.
Are drones allowed in Turkey?
DGSAA states that drones are allowed in Turkey, subject to DGSAA regulations. Read on for more details.
Here are the most important rules to know for flying a drone in Turkey:
It is legal to purchase and fly drones.
Certain UAVs may not be imported into Turkey without submitting a Letter of Application to the customs office.
The use of model aircraft and small UAVs under 4 kg, with speeds under 50 km/h and flight heights under 100m, is not regulated. Use is permitted in open areas for recreational and sports purposes.
It is required for pilots who intend to fly a UAS that weighs 500 gr or more on Turkish air space to be registered to the system and receive approval from the General Directorate of Civil Aviation. Register at the site linked here.
More information has been provided online regarding the registration requirements and process. This information can be found online at the following links:
How to register a drone in Turkey (Turkish)
Information regarding Turkey Drone Requirements and Registration (English Translation)