Fee and fine hikes announced with new revaluation rates in Türkiye
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In Türkiye, the new revaluation rates have led to significant increases in various fees and fines. The B-class driver’s license fee will rise to ₺5,678 ($165.33), while the six-month passport fee will increase to ₺2,359.
Additionally, the IMEI registration fee will jump from ₺31,692 to ₺45,614.3.
The revaluation rate for taxes, fines and fees has been finalized in conjunction with the October inflation figures. As a result, many fees, including driver’s license and passport fees, traffic fines and the motor vehicle tax (MVT), will see an increase of 43.93% in 2025.
Under the Tax Procedure Law, the president has the authority to decrease or increase the revaluation rate by up to 50%. For the MVT, the president can increase rates by 50% or reduce them by up to 80%. However, the declared revaluation rates for fines cannot be altered.
IMEI registration fee approaching ₺46,000
If the 43.93% increase holds, these key license and passport fees will rise:
- A-class driver’s license: ₺1,308 to ₺1,882
- B-class driver’s license: ₺3,945 to ₺5,678
- Six-month passport: ₺1,639 to ₺2,359
- Passport (valid for over three years): ₺7,883 to ₺11,274
Further fee increases include:
- Passport booklet: ₺790 to ₺1,137
- Overseas exit fee: ₺500 to ₺719.7
- IMEI registration: ₺31,692 to ₺45,614.3
Income tax brackets will also be affected
The first income tax bracket, corresponding to the 15% rate, will also be adjusted according to the revaluation rate. The first income tax bracket for 2025 is expected to rise from ₺110,000 to ₺158,000.
Increased fines for littering and noise violations
Fines will also be revisited in line with the increase.
- Noise violations: From ₺977 to ₺1,406
- Household waste disposal outside designated areas: From ₺313 to ₺450
- Construction waste disposal by companies: From ₺106,229 to ₺152,895
- Smoking in enclosed spaces and vehicles: From ₺977 to ₺1,406
The revaluation rate for 2024 was previously announced at 58.46%.
| Fee/Tax Type | Current Fee (₺) | New Fee (₺) | Increase (%) | Current Fee ($) | New Fee ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A-Class Driver’s License | 1,308 | 1,882 | 43.93% | 38 | 55 |
| B-Class Driver’s License | 3,945 | 5,678 | 43.93% | 115 | 165 |
| Six-Month Passport | 1,639 | 2,359 | 43.93% | 48 | 69 |
| Long-Term Passport (3+ years) | 7,883 | 11,274 | 43.93% | 229 | 328 |
| Passport Booklet Fee | 790 | 1,137 | 43.93% | 23 | 33 |
| Overseas Exit Fee | 500 | 719.7 | 43.94% | 15 | 21 |
| IMEI Registration Fee | 31,692 | 45,614.3 | 43.93% | 922 | 1,327 |
| Income Tax Bracket (1st Tier) | 110,000 | 158,000 | 43.64% | 3,200 | 4,590 |
| Noise Violation Fine | 977 | 1,406 | 43.93% | 28 | 41 |
| Littering Fine | 313 | 450 | 43.93% | 9 | 13 |
| Construction Waste Disposal Fine | 106,229 | 152,895 | 43.73% | 3,090 | 4,460 |
| Smoking in Enclosed Spaces Fine | 977 | 1,406 | 43.93% | 28 | 41 |
| Traffic Violation (Red Light) | 1,506 | 2,167 | 43.93% | 44 | 63 |
| Illegal Parking Fine | 690 | 993.1 | 43.93% | 20 | 29 |
| DUI Fine | 6,439 | 9,267 | 43.93% | 188 | 270 |
| Speeding Fine (10%-30% over limit) | 1,506 | 2,167 | 43.93% | 44 | 63 |
| Minimum Motor Vehicle Tax (MTV) | 3,359 | 4,834 | 43.93% | 98 | 141 |
Traffic fines and MVT set to rise
The revaluation will also affect traffic fines. The penalty for running a red light will increase from ₺1,506 to ₺2,167, while the fine for illegal parking will rise from ₺690 to ₺993.1.
The penalty for driving under the influence will go from ₺6,439 to ₺9,267, and exceeding the speed limit by 10% to 30% will see fines increase from ₺1,506 to ₺2,167. Additionally, the minimum MVT will rise from ₺3,359 to ₺4,834.
