Understanding Turkish Film PermitsEvery professional production in Turkey requires filming permits. The type and timeline depends on your locations.Types of PermitsMunicipal permits — Standard city filming (5-7 days)Historical site permits — Ministry of Culture (10-20 days)Military zone permits — Turkish Armed Forces (15-30 days)Drone permits — SHGM Civil Aviation (7-14 days)National park permits — Forestry Ministry (7-14 days)We recommend starting the permit process 4-6 weeks before your shoot date.