How to obtain a Turkish mobile number?
Last updated: 10 Sep 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
- Bring passport and residence permit/YKN to a carrier shop.
- Choose prepaid/postpaid; provide a Turkish address and contact.
- 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.