Embassy of Turkey in Tallinn, Estonia; address Narva mnt 30/1, 10152, Tallinn; phone +3726272880. Head of mission: Ms. Başak Türkoğlu. Plus 1 other mission.
Head of mission: Ms. Başak Türkoğlu, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Turkey, 12 Oct 2024)
Head of mission: Mrs. Eva Pedjak, Honorary Consul (as of 2024)
Türkiye offers a rich blend of culture and history, making it an appealing destination for some Estonian travelers. With around 600,000 Estonians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Türkiye's vibrant tourism scene and diverse landscapes attractive.
Türkiye is generally considered less safe for tourists compared to Estonia. In terms of safety while walking alone at night, Türkiye ranks 31st out of 40 countries, whereas Estonia ranks 4th. According to the Global Peace Index, Türkiye is ranked 137th out of 160 countries, compared to Estonia's 24th position. Looking at crime statistics, the murder rate in Türkiye is 2.5 per 100,000 people, slightly higher than Estonia's rate of 2.0. Female murder rates also show a disparity, with Türkiye at 1.0 and Estonia at 0.6. The Global Organized Crime Index indicates that Türkiye faces more challenges with organized crime, scoring higher in areas such as mafia groups (8.0 for Türkiye vs. 3.0 for Estonia) and state crime (9.0 for Türkiye vs. 2.0 for Estonia). Overall, while Türkiye has many attractions for tourists, it is advisable for visitors from Estonia to remain vigilant and informed about safety conditions while traveling there.