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What does the ahead only sign mean in Turkey?

Last updated: 28 October 2026 · Sign code: TT-35c · Mandatory signs

Ahead only road sign (Turkey)
Ahead only (TT-35c)

In short: The ahead only sign means that after this point you may only go straight on; you may not turn left or right. It is a blue circle with a white arrow pointing up.

What should you do when you see this sign?

  • Go straight on at the junction.
  • If you need to turn, use the next junction.

Where and why is it used?

Blue circles are mandatory signs: you must go in the direction of the arrow. The same family includes signs allowing two directions, such as ahead or right, ahead or left, and right or left.

Blue circle Show what you must do. A red circle says "don't", a blue circle says "do this".

Which sign is it confused with?

One-way road road sign
One-way roadB-16aThe one-way road sign is a blue square and gives information; blue circles give instructions.
No right turn road sign
No right turnTT-26aThe no right turn sign is red-bordered and bans a direction instead of requiring one.
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This is a simplified drawing for learning; the official sign's dimensions and details may differ.

Sources (Turkish): Highway Traffic Law No. 2918 · Highway Traffic Regulation · KGM road signs handbook, vertical signs

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