How to call a tow truck in Northern Cyprus
If a car cannot move on its own, in Northern Cyprus a tow truck is usually called by phone: choose the nearest city (Famagusta, Nicosia, Kyrenia, İskele, Lefke), provide the exact location, car make/model, and the reason (accident, breakdown, puncture). Below are the contacts of 24/7 towing services and what to ask when calling.
Car Recovery in Northern Cyprus
Here is a list of tow truck operators you can contact for assistance if your car cannot move on its own. Note that all contacts operate 24/7.
How to do it
- Turn on geolocation on your phone and prepare a landmark: nearest hotel/fuel station/intersection.
- Call one of the services below and provide: location, make/model, transmission type (manual/automatic), nature of the problem (won’t start, overheating, accident).
- Clarify the price, arrival time, payment method, and whether you need to clear the trunk/steering wheel/wheels before loading.
Famagusta
GÖKMEN Oto Çekici ve Yol Yardim
Nicosia
Lefke
Kyrenia
Frequently Asked Questions About Cars in Northern Cyprus
What are the operating hours for car recovery in Northern Cyprus?
All contacts listed operate 24/7, so you can call at any time.
How to get a vehicle inspection in Northern Cyprus?
Vehicle inspections in Northern Cyprus are usually conducted every three years. To find out the exact timing for your car and the procedure, see the guide: vehicle inspection in Northern Cyprus.
What size of car can be towed?
Tow trucks usually take standard passenger cars; in some cases, larger models. When you call, they will ask for the make and model. If you have a full-size SUV or another large vehicle, you can try calling +90 533 835 45 39 — this company claims to have a spacious tow truck.
How to call a taxi in Northern Cyprus?
Main taxi companies in Northern Cyprus with contacts are collected in a separate guide: taxis in Northern Cyprus.
On the largest Telegram forum in Northern Cyprus, there is a section “Auto” where you can ask additional questions about road assistance in this part of the island.
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