Road freight from France to Turkey: full loads and groupage
Turkey can be reached by road through the Balkans or by ro-ro ferry from Italy. Its customs union with the EU makes importing industrial goods simpler, provided the right certificates are in place.
Route and transit times
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Route | By road via Bulgaria and the Kapıkule crossing, or by ro-ro ferry from Trieste |
| Distance from Paris | 2,800 km (Istanbul) |
| Full truckload | D+5 to D+8 |
| Groupage | D+7 to D+12 |
| Main cities served | Istanbul, Bursa, Izmir, Ankara, Kocaeli |
Good to know
- The ferry option from Trieste avoids crossing the Balkans and queuing at borders.
- Turkey is in a customs union with the EU for industrial goods: no customs duty with a valid A.TR.
- Turkish VAT is still due on import.
Customs formalities
Turkey is in a customs union with the EU for industrial goods only, so formalities still apply. Every shipment needs:
- EU export declaration
- Turkish import declaration
- A.TR movement certificate for industrial goods (EU–Turkey customs union)
- EUR.1 for certain agricultural products
Our services to Turkey
| Service | In short |
|---|---|
| Full truckload (FTL) | A dedicated semi-trailer for your goods only, with no transhipment. |
| Groupage & pallets (LTL) | Pay only for the space you use, from a single pallet. |
| Dedicated express | A vehicle sets off within hours of your call. |
| Temperature-controlled | Chilled +2/+8 °C or frozen −20 °C, with temperature records. |
| Dangerous goods (ADR) | Batteries, perfumes, aerosols: certified drivers and vehicles. |
| Vehicle transport | Cars, vans and motorbikes: open or enclosed car transporters. |
Frequently asked questions
How long does delivery to Turkey take?
Allow D+5 to D+8 after collection by full truckload, and D+7 to D+12 by groupage. These are typical times, confirmed on your quote.
Which cities do you serve?
The whole country, including Istanbul, Bursa, Izmir, Ankara, Kocaeli.
Are customs formalities required?
Yes. Export and import declarations are prepared by our partner customs representatives before the truck leaves.
Tell us what's going, and where.
Describe your shipment in a few lines. We will come back to you with a firm price, the vehicle we plan to use and a collection date.
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