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What does the keep right sign mean in Turkey?
Last updated: 28 October 2026 · Sign code: TT-36a · Mandatory signs
In short: The keep right sign means you must pass the island, central reservation or obstacle ahead on its right-hand side. It is a blue circle with a white arrow pointing down to the right.
What should you do when you see this sign?
- Pass the obstacle or island on its right side.
- If you need to change lanes, signal early.
Where and why is it used?
This sign is used at the start of central reservations, on islands in the road and where roadworks narrow the road. It is often confused with the turn right sign.
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?
How is it asked in the Turkish driving exam?
The question below comes from testcim's free question pool, in English. Tap an option to see the correct answer and the explanation.
Question 1
What does the traffic sign shown mean?
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: B) Keep right
Blue circular signs are mandatory signs. The arrow pointing down to the right means pass the obstacle on its right side.
Mandatory signs: other signs
- Ahead only (TT-35c)
- Roundabout (mandatory) (TT-37)
- Minimum speed (TT-41a)
To see every sign with pictures on one page, go to the Turkish road signs guide. For the other traffic topics, try the traffic questions.
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
Türkçe: Sağdan gidiniz işareti