The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advice for Turkey, warning Britons about the risk of counterfeit banknotes.
Tourists have been warned about a surge in counterfeit US dollar bills in Turkey, with banks and money exchanges now refusing to accept $50 and $100 notes across the country.
The FCDO stated: “Banks and money exchanges may not accept $50 or $100 US dollar bills, due to a reported surge in counterfeit banknotes of these denominations in Turkey.”
Travellers were advised to avoid accepting $50 and $100 bills where possible when visiting the Middle East holiday destination.
Holidaymakers should heed the FCDO’s latest guidance
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Therefore, Britons planning trips to Turkey should…
