How to obtain a Turkish mobile number?

Last updated: 11 Nov 2025 — Informational only; not legal advice.

Visit a carrier shop with passport and residence permit/YKN; prepaid lines are the easiest to start.

Legal basis (TR)

• BTK (information & communication authority) rules
• Carrier KYC procedures

Step-by-step

1. Bring passport and residence permit/YKN to a carrier shop.
2. Choose prepaid/postpaid; provide a Turkish address and contact.
3. Keep the SIM active to avoid number recycling.

Risks & warnings

• Inactive SIMs can be closed/recycled.
• Passport-only lines may be time-limited without a YKN.

Official sources

• https://www.btk.gov.tr
• Major carriers’ official sites

Disclaimer: Informational only; not legal advice.

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