Recep Tayyip Erdoğan
International trips 2023-recent (3rd presidency)
This page analyzes the travel activity of Recep Tayyip Erdoğan during the period of International trips 2023-recent (3rd presidency). It shows which cities, countries, and regions were visited, how often travel occurred, and which locations were most important.
Based on recorded data, this dataset highlights travel patterns and frequently visited destinations, providing insight into movement across different regions and locations.
Where did Recep Tayyip Erdoğan travel during this period?
During this period, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan visited
32 countries and
62 cities across
5 continents.
The most frequently visited locations include key cities that played an important role in
international diplomacy and political meetings.
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is the long-serving President of Turkey, known for his powerful political influence and transformative impact on the country’s modern landscape. Rising from his early career as Mayor of Istanbul, he became a central figure in Turkish politics through his leadership of the AK Party and his tenure as Prime Minister before assuming the presidency in 2014. Erdoğan is recognized for steering major economic, infrastructural, and geopolitical initiatives, positioning Turkey as a key regional actor. His leadership style, often described as assertive and strategic, has shaped both domestic policy and Turkey’s role on the global stage. Today, Erdoğan remains one of the most influential and closely watched political leaders worldwide.
This page focuses on the travel activity of Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and the locations visited during this specific period.
Travel facts: Recep Tayyip Erdoğan – International trips 2023-recent (3rd presidency)
This includes official diplomatic visits and international meetings.
- Period: 2023-07-11 – 2025-11-23
- First stop: Vilnius, Lithuania
- Last stop: Johannesburg, South Africa
- Continents visited: 5
- Countries visited: 32
- Cities visited: 62
During this period, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan visited 32 countries and 62 cities across 5 continents.
The data highlights key locations and frequently visited places, showing how travel activity was distributed geographically over time.
Erdoğan’s third presidential term, starting in 2023, continues to emphasize Turkey’s ambition to play a decisive role on the global stage. This period focuses on economic stabilization, diplomatic recalibration, and expanding Turkey’s geopolitical influence from the Middle East to Eurasia. Erdoğan has pursued renewed international engagements, aiming to strengthen trade partnerships and strategic alliances. At home, his administration emphasizes reconstruction, technological development, and long-term national security priorities. This ongoing term represents the next phase of his vision for a resilient and globally connected Turkey.
Which countries and cities did Recep Tayyip Erdoğan visit most?
The travel data shows clear differences in how often certain locations were visited. Some cities and countries appear multiple times, indicating repeated visits, while others were visited only once.
During this period, the most frequently visited city/territory was Doha with 4 visits, while Azerbaijan ranks as the most visited country with 6 visits.
Other destinations include North Nicosia (4 visits) and Budapest (4 visits), showing a mix of frequently visited locations and one-time stops.
Overall, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan visited 62 cities across 32 countries and 5 continents, reflecting the geographic scope of travel during this period.
For more details on the most visited cities by politicians, see Top Cities by Politicians.
While cities highlight key diplomatic hubs, the Top Countries by Politicians ranking reveals broader global travel patterns.
