Number of tourists visiting Turkey has reached 21 million in 2007. This figure is expected to continue its upward trend in 2008.

You can find comprehensive information on major tourism destinations in Turkey in our web pages.

Turkish economy has been developing rapidly in the recent years. With its foreign trade volume reaching almost 300 billion Dollars, Turkey has become an important regional economic power as well as an attractive market for foreign investors.

We hope this website will become your main source for up-to-date news and information on Turkey and U.S.-Turkish relations, including the latest on trade, tourism, culture and diplomacy. You can also find contact information of Turkey’s other foreign missions. 

We have added several user-friendly features to help you navigate the site. Our goal is to make our site as accessible as possible.
You can also reach all information on consular affairs, and even process your request interactively in the website.

With our best wishes,
Turkish Embassy Washington