# Should I take my shoes off in Turkish homes?

Place: [Turkey in general](https://dccreationstravel.com/tag/turkey-in-general)  
Topics: etiquette  
Asked by tom_and_jen on 13 November 2026  
0 votes, 5 answers, 20 views  
Page: https://dccreationstravel.com/questions/496-should-i-take-my-shoes-off-in-turkish-homes

We've been invited to dinner at a Turkish family's house. Any etiquette tips?

## 5 answers

### Answer by viktor.h · score 0 · 13 Nov 2026

Yes, take shoes off at the door. They might offer slippers.

### Answer by selin.yildiz · score 0 · 13 Nov 2026

Bring something small: sweets, flowers, baklava.

### Answer by pablo.s · score 0 · 13 Nov 2026

Expect a lot of food and to be offered seconds and thirds.

### Answer by mateo_g · score 0 · 13 Nov 2026

Say "elinize sağlık" after the meal, it means "health to your hands", a thanks to the cook.

### Answer by sara_m · score 0 · 13 Nov 2026

Tea will be offered after dinner, accept at least one.

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