Turkey Faces Broad Tax and Fee Hikes in 2026, Expert Warns
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ISTANBUL, Turkey – Turkish citizens are bracing for a significant increase in the cost of living as a wave of tax and fee hikes are set to take effect in 2026.Renowned tax specialist Ozan Bingöl has outlined the anticipated increases, warning that even a stabilization of the Producer Price Index (PPI) will not prevent ample financial burdens on households across the country.The changes will impact a wide range of services and possessions, from mobile phone registration to vehicle ownership and international travel.
These impending increases come at a critical time for Turkish families already grappling with high inflation. The hikes will disproportionately affect lower and middle-income earners, perhaps impacting consumer spending and economic growth. Understanding these changes now allows citizens to prepare their budgets and plan for the future. The increases, detailed by Bingöl, represent a broad re-evaluation of existing fees and taxes, signaling a potential shift in government revenue strategies.
Detailed Breakdown of New Fee Amounts
according to Bingöl’s analysis, several key fees are slated for substantial increases. Here’s a extensive overview:
- IMEI Registration Fee: Increasing from 45,614 TL to 57,010 TL
- Exit Fee (for Turkish citizens leaving the country): Rising to 1,250 TL on January 1st, having already increased from 710 TL to 1,000 TL in August.
- Three-Year Passport Fee: Jumping from 11,274 TL to 14,092 TL
- Vehicle Inspection Fee: Increasing from 2,620 TL to 3,276 TL
- Lowest Radar/Traffic Penalty: Rising from 2,167 TL to 2,710 TL
- Two-Year-Old, 1.6-Engine Car MTV (Motor Vehicle Tax): Increasing from 9,627 TL to 12,033 TL
- Stamp Tax: Set to reach 831 TL in January, after a previous increase to 441 TL in the preceding three months (originally 665 TL).
Increases Exceeding 25 Percent Anticipated
“Some taxes will see increases exceeding 25 percent following a re-evaluation,” Bingöl cautioned. he specifically highlighted passports, the motor Vehicle Tax (MTV), and the Stamp Tax as areas where citizens can expect the most significant financial impact. These increases are expected to place considerable strain on household budgets, forcing many to reassess their spending habits.
