Are fog lights legal to use in Turkey while driving?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 19 days ago
TL;DR
In Turkey, fog lights are only legal in poor visibility conditions (fog, heavy snow, heavy rain). Using them in clear weather is a traffic violation under Article 64/1-b-1 of the Turkish Highway Traffic Law.
What the community said
Turkish traffic law (Article 64/1-b-1) prohibits using fog lights in clear weather. They are only permitted when visibility is genuinely reduced — in fog, heavy snowfall, or heavy rain.
19 days ago Turkish Highway Traffic Law, Art. 64/1-b-1
Aftermarket LED fog lights carry extra risk. If they blind oncoming drivers or weren't part of the vehicle's original design, traffic police can issue a significant fine for non-compliance with technical standards and may impound the vehicle until the issue is resolved.
19 days ago Vehicle impoundment + large fine
Using fog lights for aesthetics or as a substitute for daytime running lights is a clear violation in Turkey and is routinely enforced by traffic police.
19 days ago