Turkey Foreign Phone Registration Fee 2026: New IMEI Fee Announced
The IMEI registration fee for phones brought from abroad to Turkey in 2026 has been determined. With the revaluation rate, the fee has increased to 57,241 TL. Here are all the details.
The cost of registering a phone brought from abroad in Turkey (IMEI registration fee) has been officially announced for 2026. This fee, which is updated annually based on the Revaluation Rate (YDO), has seen a significant increase again this year. For those planning to bring a phone from abroad, knowing this new fee is crucial for calculating costs.
How Much is the 2026 IMEI Registration Fee?
With the Revaluation Rate determined as 25.49%, the IMEI registration fee effective from January 1, 2026, has been set at **57,241 TL**.
Fee Comparison: 2025 vs 2026
- 2025 Registration Fee: 45,614 TL
- 2026 Registration Fee: 57,241 TL
- Increase Amount: 11,627 TL
- Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Is It Still Worth Buying a Phone from Abroad?
With the registration fee approaching 60,000 TL, the gap between buying a device abroad versus locally in Turkey is narrowing. However, for high-end flagship models (like the iPhone 16 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra), there might still be a price advantage, albeit smaller.
1Calculate Before You Buy
To decide if it makes sense, use this simple formula:
- Foreign Device Price + 57,241 TL (Registration) + Travel Costs
- Compare this total with the official Turkey warranty price.
- Remember that foreign phones registered on passports are tied to the passport holder's SIM card for 3 years.
- Consider the lack of local warranty and support for foreign devices.
How to Pay the Registration Fee?
If you have decided to proceed, the payment process remains straightforward via the e-Government (e-Devlet) portal.
Payment Steps
- Log in to e-Devlet and search for "IMEI Kaydet" (Register IMEI).
- Fill in the required information (Passport details, entry date).
- Pay the 57,241 TL fee via the Interactive Tax Office (IVD) or authorized banks.
- Return to the e-Devlet screen to confirm the registration is complete.
Conclusion
The 2026 IMEI registration fee of 57,241 TL marks a new high for mobile phone usage in Turkey. If you plan to register a device, ensure you complete the process before the new year to potentially avoid the hike if you are eligible under 2025 rules, though strictly speaking, the fee applies at the time of payment.
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