SIM & Phone
Turkish GovernmentVerified September 2026
Do I need to register my foreign phone (IMEI) in Türkiye?
A phone brought from abroad and used with a Turkish SIM will keep working only for a limited period before the network blocks the device unless its IMEI is registered. Registration
Student communityVerified September 2026
How do I get a Turkish SIM card?
The three main operators are Turkcell, Vodafone, and Türk Telekom, with stores across Ankara (including Kızılay and shopping malls). Bring your passport to register a prepaid SIM.