In the contemporary telecommunications landscape of Turkey, the infrastructure is a multifaceted system that involves a balance of government oversight, private sector involvement, and varying degrees of competition. Government regulations play a significant role in shaping the industry, influencing the extent of control exerted by authorities over telecommunications networks. These regulations encompass areas such as spectrum allocation and licensing prerequisites for service providers, thereby impacting the number of private companies operating within the sector. At present, Turkey hosts multiple private companies actively engaged in delivering telecommunications services, fostering competition that encourages innovative offerings and enhanced customer experiences.
Within this dynamic context, the process of registering SIM cards or mobile numbers typically entails specific procedures mandated by the government to bolster security and mitigate misuse. These procedures often involve identity authentication, submission of official documents, and adherence to privacy directives. Such measures are designed to ensure that mobile numbers are associated with legitimate individuals, discouraging fraudulent activities. Additionally, the provision of data plans has become an integral facet of contemporary telecommunications services. Given the escalating demand for data-driven applications, telecom companies in Turkey provide an extensive range of data plans tailored to cater to diverse user requirements, encompassing options like prepaid, postpaid, unlimited, and pay-as-you-go plans.
Additional Service Providers Contact List (Section 4.11):
Argela Contact Ankara: +90 312 912 92 00 İstanbul: +90 212 707 50 00 Website: https://www.argela.com.tr/ |
Turk Telekom
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Turksat Contact: +90 312 925 3000 E-Mail: info@turksat.com.tr Website: https://www.turksat.com.tr/ |
Vodafone |
Turkcell |
TurkNet Contact: +90850 2886309 |
For more information on telecoms contacts, please see the following link: 4.11 Additional Services Contact List.
Telephone Services |
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Is there an existing landline telephone network? |
Yes |
Does it allow international calls? |
Yes |
Number and Length of Downtime Periods (on average) |
One to two times a year for 2 days due to maintenance or weather condition |
Mobile Phone Providers |
Turkcell Vodafone Turk Telekom |
Approximate Percentage of National Coverage |
98.3% for all three providers |
Telecommunications Regulations
There are three national laws that set out the general legal framework for telecommunications in Türkiye. They contain a detailed institutional framework. They include licensing, competition policy, quality service, interconnection, scarce resources management, universal service, and tariffs regulation. It also covers the television service. These laws address the universal service regime.
Telecommunications Law No. 4673 of 12.5.2001
Telecommunications Law No. 4502 of 29.01.2000
Universal Service Law 2005
Regulations on Usage and Import
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Regulations in Place? |
Regulating Authority |
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Satellite |
Yes |
Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure |
HF Radio |
Yes |
Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure |
UHF/VHF/HF Radio: Handheld, Base and Mobile |
Yes |
Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure |
UHF/VHF Repeaters |
Yes |
Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure |
GPS |
Yes |
Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure |
VSAT |
Yes |
Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure |
Individual Network Operator Licenses Required |
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For UN Agencies, it's acquired through MoFa in coordination with UNDSS also Tekser is the local service provider for configurations |
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Frequency Licenses Required |
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For UN agencies it's acquired through MoFa in coordination with UNDSS also Tekser is the local service provider for configurations |
Internet Service Providers (ISPs)
Internet Service Providers |
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Are there ISPs available? |
Yes |
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If yes, are they privately or government owned? |
Turk Telecom (Government) Turk Cell and Vodafone (Private) |
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Dial-up only? |
Yes |
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Approximate Rates (local currency and USD - $) |
Dial-up |
Very Minimal |
Broadband |
300 TL, 10 USD |
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Max Leasable ‘Dedicated’ Bandwidth |
200 MB |
Mobile Network Operators (MNOs)
For information on MNOs please visit the GSM Association website.
Company |
Number of Agent Outlets by Area |
Network Strength by Area |
Contracted for Humanitarian or Government Cash Transfer Programmes? |
Services Offered (i.e. Merchant Payment, Bulk Disbursement, Receive & Make Payment) |
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Turk Telcom |
Enough Agent outlets throughout the country |
98.5% |
No, but the service is available |
No, but the service is available |
Vodafone |
Enough Agent outlets throughout the country |
98.0% |
No, but the service is available |
No, but the service is available |
Turk Cell |
Enough Agent outlets throughout the country |
98.3% |
No, but the service is available |
No, but the service is available |