Euro
Arrow
55,5366
Dollar
Arrow
49,4118
Sterling
Arrow
65,4314
Gold
Arrow
6603,7605
BIST 100
Arrow
12.053
Home > Current Affairs News > Motorcycle courier ban in Istanbul: Deliveries may be disrupted

Motorcycle courier ban in Istanbul: Deliveries may be disrupted

Due to heavy rain and wind, the ban on motorcycles and two-wheeled vehicles in Istanbul also includes motorcycle couriers.

X Facebook WhatsApp Mail SUBSCRIBE Google News
Published: 15.10.2026 09:39 Updated: 15.10.2026 09:39
Motorcycle courier ban in Istanbul: Deliveries may be disrupted

The ban on motorcycles and similar two-wheeled vehicles from entering traffic due to adverse weather conditions in Istanbul is also affecting motorcycle courier services on Thursday, October 15. According to the decision by the Istanbul Governor's Office, the implementation went into effect as of 9:00 PM on Wednesday, October 14.

Because the decision also covers motorcycle couriers, those who deliver by motorcycle cannot enter traffic as long as the ban remains in place. For this reason, delivery times for food and grocery orders across Istanbul are expected to be delayed, or the delivery option may be disabled in some areas.

A motorcycle courier driving in traffic.
The ban on motorcycles and two-wheeled vehicles in Istanbul also includes motorcycle couriers.

HOW IS THE DELIVERY STATUS CHANGING?

The ban does not mean that all food and grocery orders in the city are automatically canceled. Businesses that operate using cars or other delivery methods can continue to provide service. However, whether an order will be accepted depends on the delivery area and the business's operating procedures.

Users should check the current delivery status on the relevant applications before placing an order. If delivery to an address appears unavailable or the estimated delivery time is longer than usual, it may be linked to the motorcycle courier ban and weather conditions.

The Istanbul Governor's Office has not announced a specific time for when the ban on motorcycles and similar two-wheeled vehicles will end. The announcement stated that the decision would remain in effect "until further notice." A new statement from the Governor's Office is expected for the lifting of the implementation.

A motorcycle courier driving in traffic at night.
When the ban will end will be clarified by a new announcement from the Governor's Office.

News Source: 12punto

Tags

Istanbul Istanbul Governor's Office motorcycle courier ban motorcycle ban Food order grocery delivery weather