How to Get HES Code for visiting Turkey?

Dear visitors, you need HES Code to use public transport and visit places in Turkey/Istanbul. In this post we will show you how to get HES Code?

First of all you need a Turkish number to which HES Code will be sent. So you can either buy a SIM Card(Costs around 160 Turkish Liras for 20 GB) or you can use someone’s number (your friend,host,hotel reception etc.)

Send a message to “2023” writing HES + Nationality + Passport Number + Year of Birth + Surname + Days you gonna spend in Turkey
Example: HES RUS 111111111111 1994 GAGARIN 6

Here is a video that will help you:

For nationality you have to use Aplha-3 Codes which are:
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How to Match HES CODE with Istanbulkart (Istanbul Transportation Card)

To use public transport in Istanbul you need HES Code matched with your Istanbul Card.
To get HES Code you need local SIM card.

1. Buy a SIM Card(Costs around 160 Turkish Liras for 20 GB)
2. Send a message to “2023” writing HES + Nationality + Passport Number + Year of Birth + Surname + Days you gonna spend in Turkey
Example: HES RUS 111111111111 1994 GAGARIN 6
3. Your HES Code will be send to your number(10 digit)
4. Visit this site: https://kisisellestirme.istanbulkart.istanbul/
5. Fill the form.

How to fill the form? Site is not in English so this video will help you. Here is a short video of it:

Enjoy your ride!