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HomeGuidesIstanbul Kart Setup and Top-Up Guide

Transport and Mobility

Istanbul Kart Setup and Top-Up Guide

How to get and use the Istanbul Kart for all public transport.

Action checklist

Complete these steps in order for the fastest, safest setup.

  • 1Buy Istanbul Kart at any metro station or PTT office
  • 2Load minimum 50 TRY for the first week
  • 3Use the Istanbul Kart app to top up without queuing
  • 4Istanbul Kart works on metro, bus, tram, ferry, and Metrobüs

City context: Dubai

These steps are tailored for newcomers in Dubai. Costs, availability, and requirements may differ in other cities — switch the city selector above to switch context.

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