Public transport in Istanbul to be free on October 6

The Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) has announced that public transport in the city will be free of charge on October 6, 2026, to mark the 103rd anniversary of the liberation of Istanbul from enemy occupation.

According to the decision, no fares will be charged throughout the day on public transport vehicles integrated with the Istanbulkart system. The policy will be valid for urban transport on October 6.

According to the IBB's announcement, free transport will cover lines integrated into the Istanbulkart system, including buses, metros, metrobuses, ferries, and rail systems. Istanbul residents will be able to use these lines free of charge throughout the day.