Holidaymakers have been warned by the government that two banknotes will not be accepted following a surge in counterfeit currency in Turkey
Brits have been warned that certain bank notes will not be accepted in Turkey due to a 'surge' in counterfeit currency in the country.
Tourists have been warned that some banks and money exchanges will now not accept $50 or $100 US dollar bills, due to a reported surge in counterfeit banknotes in Turkey.Therefore it is advised that visitors planning trips to Turkey should consider using smaller denominations of US currency or a different currency altogether.
Areas of southeast Turkey, aswell as Istanbul and the capital Ankara have experienced terrorist attacks, some involving knives, explosives and firearms. The FCDO also highlighted concerns about drink and food spiking, warning visitors to be wary of strangers offering food or drink or inviting them to restaurants.
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