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How to Register a Mobile Phone with a Passport?How to register a mobile phone with a passport? With the increase in smartphone prices, bringing a phone from abroad has become a more attractive option. However, in order to use mobile phones brought from overseas in Türkiye, IMEI registration is mandatory.Mobile phones brought from abroad are gra..

What is the Penalty for Using an Unregistered Phone?What is the penalty for using an unregistered (smuggled) phone under Law No. 5607? First and foremost, using an unregistered phone is a crime in Turkey. Therefore, the penalty ranges from one to five years of imprisonment or a judicial fine equivalent to up to 10,000 daily units. Individuals w..

Will an Apple Watch Bought in the USA Work in Turkey?Unfortunately, an Apple Watch purchased in the USA will not work in Turkey. It operates on the LTE network of the country where it was purchased. When an Apple Watch purchased in the USA leaves that country and arrives in Turkey, it will be no different from a standard, non-cellular model.It ..