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NATO Summit media advisory
Ankara, Türkiye – 7- 8 July 2026
22 April 2026
Türkiye will host a NATO Summit in Ankara on 7- 8 July 2026. The meeting will be chaired by the NATO Secretary General and will take place at the Beştepe Presidential Compound (T.C. Cumhurbaşkanlığı Külliyesi) in Ankara, Türkiye.
Media accreditation for the event is now open. See details below.
An international Media Centre, designated for the accredited media, will operate at the Summit venue from the 5 to 8 July. Media representatives will access the premises through the Accreditation Office.
MEDIA ACCREDITATION IS OPEN
Media representatives wishing to cover the Summit in person (including those with an annual accreditation with NATO) will need to register online.
The deadline to register and apply for media accreditation is 7June 2026 23:59 CEST.
Media representatives need to apply as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for processing their requests. Due to high demand, late applications will not be considered.
NATO will confirm the accreditation by email, via the email address used to register, together with details about how media representatives can pick up their badges.
Due to high demand and space limitations, NATO recommends media organisations to limit their physical presence on site.
Media representatives will pick up their badge in-person in the Accreditation Office. It is mandatory to bring:
- the same ID document that you used to apply for accreditation online
- the same proof of media status (press card and/or Letter from your Editor) used for the registration
- and confirmation email (with QR code) in order to receive your pass.
In accordance with NATO media accreditation procedures, NATO reserves the right to deny or withdraw accreditation of media representatives from media organisations who abuse their privileges, put the accreditation to improper use, or act in a way not consistent with the principles of the Organisation.
ACCESS
The Accreditation Office will be located at the Directorate of Communications (DoC) of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye. The Accreditation Office will be open from Saturday, 4 July until Wednesday, 8 July.
Address: T.C. Cumhurbaşkanlığı İletişim Başkanlığı
Kızılırmak Mah. Mevlana Bulvarı
No:144 ÇANKAYA / ANKARA / TÜRKİYE
OPENING HOURS
Times and dates are subject to change
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE – OPENING HOURS MEDIA ACCREDITATION OFFICE AND MEDIA CENTRE
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International Media Centre |
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Saturday 4 July |
Open (PM) |
Closed |
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Sunday 5 July |
Open |
Open (PM) for broadcasters only |
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Monday 6 July |
Open |
Open |
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Tuesday 7 July |
Open |
Open |
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Wednesday 8 July |
Open (until 3 PM) |
Open 24 h |
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Thursday 9 July |
Closed |
Open until 5h00 a.m. |
MEDIA PROGRAMME
The media programme will be available online at a later stage. To help with media travel plans, the Summit’s formal opening is on 7 July, and its end in the afternoon on 8 July 2026.
Details about the programme and media logistics will be available in late-June. Please check the NATO website and X accounts (@NATO, @OTAN_FR, and @NATOPress) for updates.
All summit media events will be transmitted live by the Summit Host TV to the media centre, online and via satellite. Bilateral events between delegations are not a part of the official Summit programme. Details of these bilateral events should be sought from the delegations concerned. A National Press Officers list will be made available by mid-June. Please contact the NATO Press Office to obtain the list of national press officers.
POOLS
Visual media will be able to cover the main summit events based on a pool system. More details about pool opportunities will be provided together with the media programme.
Media accepting a NATO pool position must share immediately all information and material collected while in the pool with any accredited media that request it, at no charge and with no restriction on the use of the material for news purposes. Media organisations that want pooled images should first contact the wire service / photo agency of which they are a client. Media representatives and news organisations must identify that it is pooled material every time it is used. Pooled material can only be used for legitimate news purposes and it cannot be sold.
Due to limited space and security measures, some official events will only be covered by the host broadcaster, who will make all footage available. Detailed information on plans for pool coverage will be communicated in the Media Info Note and the media programme.
No live broadcast vehicles will be allowed near the Summit area except for the host broadcaster. Therefore, news agencies and television organisations planning live broadcasts must carry out their 5G (Live-U devices) installations in advance.
MEDIA CENTRE - FACILITIES
International Media Centre (IMC) will be located in the Presidential Nation’s Library (Millet Kütüphanesi). It will be open on Sunday 5 July (for broadcasters only) and Monday 6 July, from 10 am until 6 pm, and continuously from Tuesday, 7 July, 6 am until Thursday, 9 July, 5 am. Dates and times are subject to change. There will be media shuttles from the Accreditation Office in the Directorate of Communications and from several points near the press hotels to the IMC. Details of shuttle will be provided in a separate Media Info Note to accredited media in due course.
The International Media Centre (IMC) will be located in the Presidential Nation’s Library (Millet Kütüphanesi). It will be open on Sunday 5 July (for broadcasters only) and Monday 6 July, from 10 am until 6 pm, and continuously from Tuesday, 7 July, 6 am until Thursday, 9 July, 5 am. Dates and times are subject to change. There will be media shuttles from the Accreditation Office in the Directorate of Communications and from several points near the press hotels to the IMC. Details of shuttle will be provided in a separate Media Info Note to accredited media in due course.
The IMC will include the following facilities:
- General working area for media with access to internet (free), video and audio feed, and power outlets;
- Around 1500 workspaces;
- 40 edit booths;
- Stand-up positions inside and outside the IMC
- TV presentation positions;
- Food and beverages, free of charge.
- 1 large press theatre (500 seats) and press briefing rooms;
- 1 fully equipped TV studio and 1 online engagements room.
Working space in the Media Centre’s general working area does not need to be pre-booked and can be used on a first-come-first-served basis.
The TV and radio editing booths, the indoor and outdoor stand-up positions as well as space for dedicated TV studios need to be booked in advance. Look for more details in the Broadcasting chapter bellow.
BROADCAST
The host broadcaster and the host photographers, together with the NATO TV and NATO photographers will provide broadcasters worldwide with pictures, and live audio-visual coverage of all public events. A list of additional facilities, services will be provided later.
TRT will act as Host TV for the NATO Summit. All Summit events open to the media will be covered by the Host TV and will be available via satellite (on world feed), in the International Media Centre and on the NATO website.
Broadcast-quality B-roll will be available for free download from the NATO Multimedia Portal. Journalists need to register to the portal online to be able to download videos. For more information, contact content@natomultimedia.tv.
Transcripts of the Secretary General’s public remarks, as well as pictures taken by NATO photographers will be available on the NATO website.
The Media Centre will include a limited number of bookable editing booths for television and radio. Requests for booking should be addressed to editing@iletisim.gov.tr before 30 June 2026.
The following complimentary amenities will be available in the editing booths:
- Desks and working space for 2 people;
- Light, electricity (230v on 2-pin distribution boards), lockable door;
- Wi-Fi and cabled internet;
- Access to the (main) video feed based on HDSDI1080i50 with 8ch embedded audio
Outdoor stand-up positions will be situated near the International Media Centre, with a view on the Summit venue. The indoor stand-up positions will have a view on the press filing area. All positions will be equipped with electrical power, internet connection, and have Summit branding elements. Outdoor positions will have a canopy in case of inclement weather.
Broadcasters who plan for continuous live coverage can book a dedicated stand-up position at standup@iletisim.gov.tr before 30 June 2026.
A fully equipped TV studio wired for live transmission will also be available only for the engagements with leaders and will be open for booking by national delegations.
Limited space is available for broadcasters who wish to set up their area for continuous live coverage. Basic amenities will be available (backdrop, basic furniture, access to electricity and internet). For bookings and further details please contact live@iletisim.gov.tr before before 30 June 2026.
All technical preparations required at the press center (cameras, technical equipment, materials, and similar items) are recommended be completed on July 5–6. Considering that there will be no access to the media center except for the shuttles on the days of the summit, it is important that these preparations are finished in advance.
Media representatives can bring their bulky equipment to the Media Centre on 05 July 2026, upon appointment. Please send a request to equipment@iletisim.gov.tr before before 30 June 2026. Media representatives will receive more detailed information of the procedure after sending an e-mail.
All equipment to be installed at the International Media Center, as well as boxes exceeding the size limits of standard X-ray screening devices, along with other large materials, must be delivered to the International Media Center no later than 6 pm on 6 July.
From the morning of 7 July until the conclusion of the Summit, only shuttle services will be used for press transportation to the summit venue. Entry will be permitted solely with small-scale items that can pass through standard X-ray screening devices.
As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance media services a live video feed will be available via SRT-protocol (Secure reliable Transport). Please request the connection details through our online contact form (choose Broadcast).
CATERING
Tea, coffee, water and snacks will be available free of charge during the opening hours of the Media Centre. Hot meals will be available at set times, also free of charge.
DEFENCE INDUSTRY EVENT
NATO will organise the NATO Summit Defence Industry Forum, to facilitate high-level engagements of NATO, Allied Ministers and governments officials with executives from defence and non-defence industry, including small and medium-size enterprises and start-ups. Details will be provided in due course.
Media representatives accredited to the Summit will have opportunities for direct coverage; details will be specified in the media programme.
ACCOMMODATION AND TRANSPORTATION
Media representatives are invited directly to book accommodation in one of the following 4- or 5-star hotels in Ankara by contacting the hotels themselves.
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MEDIA TRANSPORT
Media transport will be provided by the Host Nation for NATO accredited press members between several points, media accreditation office and the IMC. Details of shuttle will be provided in a separate Media Info Note in due course.
On July 7–8, many roads in Ankara will be closed for security reasons. Access to the IMC will not be possible by any means other than the official shuttles. Therefore, choosing one of the hotels listed above is strongly recommended.
TRAVELLING TO ANKARA FOR THE NATO SUMMIT – VISAS
All foreign citizens who wish to travel to Türkiye must be in possession of a valid travel document, accepted by Türkiye. Media representatives who are eligible to enter Türkiye visa-free, based on their nationality, will not be required to obtain press visa. Those who are not eligible for visa-free entry must apply for a press visa through the relevant Turkish Embassy or Consulate in their country of residence, after receiving confirmation of accreditation.
Information on which country nationals require a Turkish visa and the way in which to apply for a Turkish visa can be found on the following website: https://www.mfa.gov.tr/visa-information-for-foreigners.en.mfa
If you require assistance, please contact: ankarasummit@iletisim.gov.tr.
CONTACTS
Please send your enquiry to the appropriate email address:
Accreditation for international media: NATOaccreditations@hq.nato.int
General logistics, pool requests: Summitmediaoperations@hq.nato.int
Bookings TV/Radio edit booths: editing@iletisim.gov.tr
Bookings stand ups: standup@iletisim.gov.tr
Bookings live coverage: live@iletisim.gov.tr
Access with bulky equipment: equipment@iletisim.gov.tr
B-roll and video distribution: content@natomultimedia.tv
NATO Summit Media Coordination
Ms Delphine MAUSS – Summitmediaoperations@hq.nato.int
Türkiye Media Coordination
Ms Gözdenur KİRİŞCİOĞLU – ankarasummit@iletisim.gov.tr
Media queries on substance (Summit content) and interview requests for NATO officials: