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You can get your SIM card from the nearest Turkcell store.

What is fizy?

fizy is Turkey's one of the most known and one of the largest digital music platform. The easiest way to discover and listen to music. Search the artists you like, listen to your favorite songs or watch video clips. fizy app is available on iOS devices, Android devices, Apple TV, CarPlay, TV + and Sonos, there is also a web player version.

What’s on fizy?

Millons of songs, new released albums, popular songs
Video clips and video playlists
Your favourite artists’ live concerts
Acoustic sessions and exclusive video contents
Hundreds of playlists according to your mood
Hundreds of radio stations
Creating personal playlists and follow other users’ playlists
Lyrics feature
Shuffle play
Daily mixes
TV Music Channels
High sound quality
Offline listening mode

Is fizy a paid service?

You may download fizy mobile phone application as free of charge. You can use fizy as free ofcharge for a period of 1 month after you log in, and enjoy all the features. When your free membership expires, you may select the membership option appropriate for you and continue using fizy.

May I have information about the paid memberships?

Membership types and prices can be found on My Membership page within the application. You may purchase the listening package you prefer in order to listen to music. The membership fee in paid memberships is collected as monthly/weekly/daily with respect to the concerned period based on the membership type.

Do I use my mobile internet package when I listen to music over fizy application?

If you are a Turkcell subscriber, fizy subscriptions are given with free internet data as a gift that can only be used in fizy. The data amount in the gift might depend on the subscription type. Internet usage after consuming the data given as a gift, unless you do not benefit from another related campaign, is charged by your own internet provider’s data tariff. Standard internet fee is applied when logging into or using third party applications such as Twitter, Facebook or YouTube or for some integrations within the application (Google Analytics, Adjust etc.) if you have a mobile internet package, such fee is deducted from the package. If you are another operator’s subscriber, your internet data due to the use of the application is charged by your operator and its relevant tariffs. You may get detailed information from your operator concerning this issue.

How can I cancel the paid memberships which I purchased over App Store/Google Play Store?

If you subscribed for your paid membership over the Stores, you are required to make the cancellation over the Stores also. The cancellation of such memberships cannot be performed over your operator.

I have another question, how may I contact you?

You can contact us by sending an email to: info-muzikdestek@turkcell.com.tr

What is Yaani?

Yaani is a Turkey’s browser and search engine that allows subscribers to surf and search the Internet.
Yaani access local content first, so that every search is relevant to what’s happening in Turkey
With Yaani app;

  • Search for the information you want
  • Surf the Web
  • Check the local news
  • Search for local restaurants
  • Check the local weather
  • Enjoy your favorite music via Fizy
  • Discover movies and sessions that are playing in the nearest cinema
  • Save money by comparing and purchasing products at convenient prices
  • Access magazine or article you are searching for with just a single click
  • Save your favorite sites and share with your friends

How can I access Yaani?

Yaani can be used via www.yaani.com.tr at the Desktop or Mobile Web browser, or can be downloaded from App Store or Google Play. Mobile device users with all Android 4.1, iOS 10 and above operating systems can be downloaded and used Yaani. Yaani can be used by all operator subscribers.

What is TV+?

This is a mobile app and web platform that enables you, by using TV+ app, to watch more than 110 local and foreign channels, your favorite films and TV series from your mobile phone, tablet or the www.turkcelltvplus.com.tr​ website, plus it gives you the chance to also rent the most popular and up-to-date movies.

Who can use TV+ service?

All Turkcell and Turkcell Superonline subscribers can benefit from this service. Turkcell Superonline subscribers can use the service via the web, and Turkcell subscribers can use it through the web, or their mobile phones and tablets.

How can I log into TV+?

Turkcell subscribers can log in with their Turkcell phone numbers and Passwords, while Turkcell Superonline customers can log in with their customer numbers and passwords.

How can TV+ Packages be purchased?

You can get information about our packages by calling our customer services on 532.

Is TV+ a contracted package? If I cancel it, will I have to pay a cancellation fee?

TV+ subscribers will not have to pay any commitment or cancellation fee. When you cancel your TV+ subscription, it will be canceled automatically at the end of your subscription period.

What is BiP?

BiP is a new generation app that enables you to experience instant messaging with your loved ones over the internet. You can send your pictures, videos, sound recordings and text messages along with unique content instantly and free of any charge.

With BiP app;

  • You can instantly message your friends using BiP.
  • You can send messages to more than one person at the same time.
  • You can share your location with one-on-one or group messages.
  • You can make your texts more entertaining with caps and stickers exclusive to BiP.
  • You can generate your own caps from BiP by using your existing photo or taking a new photo.
  • You can make your messages disappear from the chat screen at the end of a predetermined period while you are messaging your loved ones using the BiP special disappearing message feature.
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Who can use this app?

BiP is an instant messaging app that can be used by TURKCELL and other operators’ subscribers. All users who own iOS and Android mobile devices can download and use this app. It cannot be used yet on Blackberry and Windows mobile devices.

How can I access this app?

This app can be downloaded from App Store, Google Play or AppMarket.

How can I remove the BiP app?

The app can be removed by uninstalling it.

What is the Merhaba Umut app?

Merhaba Umut is an app that meets the communication needs of Arabic speakers, particularly Syrians, who are living in Turkey for the short or long-term. With Merhaba Umut, it is possible to learn Turkish, communicate in Turkish and reach information needed for everyday life.

Who can use this app?

All Turkcell and non-Turkcell users can benefit from this app.

How can I access this app?

This application can be used on smartphones and tablets with iOS and Android operating systems.

How much internet do I consume?

This app is free of charge and subscription is not required. Mobile internet consumption will be charged via the user’s current date plan, as this app has online running features.

How can I remove the Merhaba Umut app?

Merhaba Umut is not a service that needs canceling as it doesn’t require subscription.

What is Turkcell 4.5G?

4.5G is a fourth generation telecommunication service that provides faster mobile internet speed, more data capacity, and less time lags.

Will I need to pay an additional charge to get 4.5G?

No, you can experience 4.5G without paying any additional charge.

What difference will 4.5G technology make?

4.5G technology will make a fundamental difference in many areas, improving your video watching experience on mobile devices, your ability to share high-volume data, plus you’ll notice the difference in cloud services, smart home and city infrastructures, and mobile offices, mobile health and mobile education services. We’ll start to do most of our work and daily activities on our mobiles, and this will continue to change our usage habits and entire sectors. Companies and employees will be able to work more efficiently outside the office and will be able to get hold of the information and files they need with 4.5G speed anywhere as long as they within a 4.5G coverage area. The Internet of Things (intermachine communication) and cloud computing will show their true potential. Smart city and smart home infrastructures will be able to work perfectly and it will provide high efficiency and great convenience in every aspect of our lives. Remote access to mobile health and mobile education will be much easier.

How can I benefit from 4.5G?

In order to experience the advantages that 4.5G can offer, you need to be within a 4.5G coverage area and use a 4.5G compatible SIM card and supporting device. You can already get your 4.5G compatible SIM cards at Turkcell Stores, or through a corporate sales representative if you are a corporate line user.

What should I do to change my SIM card for a 4.5G compatible one?

You can visit your nearest Turkcell Store to change your SIM for a 4.5G compatible one.

Will I be charged for changing my SIM card?

Yes, a SIM card change costs 22 TL including VAT.

What should I do to make an overseas call from Turkey?

You can also activate international calls by texting YURTDISI ARAMA (meaning “international call”) free of charge to 2222, or deactivate them by texting IPTAL YURTDISI ARAMA (meaning “cancel international call”) to the same.

How can I make an international call from Turkey?

If the person you’re calling is a Turkcell customer who is currently abroad, you just need to dial their mobile phone number.

Calls to other countries while abroad can be made by dialing the current country’s international exit code, the receiver’s country code, the receiver’s network code and then the number.

To call the user of an overseas operator while they are in that country, simply dial their mobile phone number.

Will I be charged for receiving international calls while I am in Turkey?

No, you will not be charged for receiving international calls while you are in Turkey.

Where can I find out about your international call/SMS/internet packages from Turkey to overseas?

You can get information by calling 532.

Can I use my domestic package minutes for international calls/SMS messaging from Turkey?

You can use your domestic minutes and text messages only towards local numbers.

How can I activate my number to use in abroad ?

In order to activate the roaming status of your individual line; the legal owner or user has to apply.
From Turkcell Customer Services (532 from Turkey or +90 532 532 00 00 from abroad)
TIM and Turkcell stores (Domestic)
Mobile Signature with Online Transaction Center
By sending SMS to 2222 (Domestic)
You can reach Turkcell via "My Account" by logging in with your password,
Roaming activation can be made by calling 00905327570532 from abroad free of charge.
Opening via SMS:
If your line is closed to use in abroad, you can text INTERNATIONAL, ULUS, ROAMING or ROAM to 2222 for free to inquire whether your line is open to use in abroad. The transaction can only be done when you are in Turkey. Roaming deactivation process can be done by sending "IPTAL ROAM" sms for free.

How can I make calls when I am abroad?

Make calls from your destination country by putting ‘+’ and country code in front of the number. .Your mobile phone will automatically choose the operator that has the most extensive coverage area. If you are not sure about your mobile phone’s automatic operator selection feature, you can make this choice through your phone’s settings menu.

Can I also use my domestic package minutes abroad?

You can get information roaming usage rates of your plan from customer services by calling 532.

How can I add money to my account?

You can use your Turkish bank credit card to top up TL, mobile and computer internet packages for any Turkcell number on the TL/Paket Yükle (Money/Package Top Up) page, reached from the link on the top right corner of turkcell.com.tr homepage. Click for instant money or to add to your package. You can also add money to your account on “Digital Operator” application. Foreign bank credit cards can only be used if the credit card supports 3D secure application.
You can also add money by stopping by your nearest Turkcell Store.
Click for Digital Operator iOS.
Click for Digital Operator Android.

How can I buy a package?

To buy a package with your current balance, you can call 532. Also, You can also buy a package on the “Digital Operator” application. Packages can also be bought by credit cards. Foreign bank credit cards can only be used if the credit card supports 3D secure application.
Click for Digital Operator iOS.
Click for Digital Operator Android.

Up until when I must top up my account with TL to be able to use my number?

You can make and receive calls and benefit from all pay-as-you-go services for 180 days, starting from the moment you top up your number. If you don’t add money within this 180-day period, a 90-day “Semi-Active Period” will start. During this period, people can reach you, but you can’t make calls, even if you have credits. To be able to make calls, you have to top up your line every 180 days. If you don’t top up your line at the end of semi-active period, your line will be canceled and cannot be used again until you buy it back from a TURKCELL communication Center.

How can I find out when I need to make a top up to be able to continue to use my number?

You can find out your usage periods by dialing *166*5# from your mobile phone.

How can I check how much credit I have left?

You can find out by dialing *123# from your mobile phone. Also, you can check :
Click for Digital Operator iOS.
Click for Digital Operator Android.

I can’t read what is written on my TL top up card. What can I do?

If you can read at least 6 digits of your passcode, you can add units by dialing *128# from your mobile phone. If you can read less than 6 digits of the passcode, you can get help by visiting a Turkcell Store..

Radio usage fee

Why is this fee charged? This fee is the amount that has to be paid to the government for telecommunications services. The fee for 2017 has been determined as 19.68 TL (this was 18.95 TL for 2016) in accordance with the decision of the Information and Communication Technologies Board. Turkcell pays this amount to the government on behalf of its subscribers at the beginning of each year as a lump sum payment. However, it receives this amount on a monthly basis to provide easy terms of payment to its subscribers. For pay-as-you-go numbers, this is received in equal installments over 12 months.. Dial *100# and tap the call button. Select Reply from the menu displayed and text “4” free of charge to learn your Radio Usage Fee.

Some of my credit has gone, can I find out which subscriptions my line is registered to?

You can call 532 to find out your line’s current subscriptions.

I tried to top up my account but it didn’t work. What could be the reason?

If your credit top-up was not successful, you can call 532.

I’ve topped up the wrong account, can I cancel it?

If you’ve put credit on the wrong number, you can call 532 to get information on how to cancel the transaction.

What is Avans TL (Advance Money)? How can I subscribe?

Avans TL (Advance Money) is a service that allows our customers to have an account in minus balance. With Avans TL (Advance Money), Turkcell gives you an advance of 8TL when your balance is about to finish, so that if you’re in the middle of a call you won’t be cut off. Our individual pay-as-you-go card holder costumers who have been members of Turkcell for more than 90 dayscan benefit from our Avans TL (Advance Money) service just for 99 kurus per month.

What is TL Transfer (Money Transfer)?

TL Transfer (Money Transfer) is a service that enables you to transfer money to pay-as-you-go users via your Turkcell number. If you are using postpaid, the transferred amount will be added to your bill, if you are pay-as-you-go, it will be deducted from your current balance. You can also make transactions by texting to 8888. Write the receiver’s number without the first 0, leave a space and add the amount that you wish to transfer. (Example: 5XXXXXXXXX 25)

How can I find out my PUK code?

You can call 532 to learn your puk code.

How can I cancel services?

You can call 532 to unsubscribe from the current service subscriptions on your line.

How can I find out my invoice amount?

You can text FATURA (meaning “invoice”) to 2200. You will be charged in addition to your package. You can also find out your invoice from the “Digital Operator” application.
Click for Digital Operator iOS.
Click for Digital Operator Android.

How can I pay my bill?

You can call 532 or visit a Turkcell Store to pay your bill. Also you can pay you bill on the "Digital Operator" application with you credit card. Foreign bank credit cards can only be used if the credit card supports 3D secure application.
Click for Digital Operator iOS.
Click for Digital Operator Android.

How can I find out my billcycle date?

Your bill cycle date will be on the 10th, 20th, or 25th day of each month, in accordance with your request. You can also find out your invoice from the “Digital Operator” application.
Click for Digital Operator iOS.
Click for Digital Operator Android.

How can I change my billcycle date date?

You can change your billcycle date date by calling 532.

How can I find out the due date for paying off my bill?

You can change your invoice payment due date by calling 532 You can find out your due date from the “Digital Operator” application. Also you can pay your invoice over “Digital Operator”.
Click for Digital Operator iOS.
Click for Digital Operator Android.

How can I place e-invoice & SMS invoice orders?

You can receive your invoice in e-invoice or SMS format by calling 532.

What is the late fee rate?

The late fee rate for individual costumers has been determined as 1.4% as of April 24, 2015. The late fee rate before that date was 4%.

Do I have to make a payment if my line is closed due to an unpaid bill?

As of the date of January 3, 2017, a total amount of 14TL, including taxes will be reflected in your bill if your line is closed due to unpaid bills. The current fee is 29,90 TL.

How long can I use my minutes in my package?

If your are using postpaid, you can use the minutes on your package until bill cycle date. If you are using pay-as-you-go, you can use your minutes until the end of your package period.

Do I get a notification when the money or minutes in my package are used up?

An info text is sent to your mobile phone when you use 80% and 100% of your package and at the end of your package’s usage period.

How will I be charged when the minutes in my package are used up?

If you do not have additional package at the time when you finish your minutes, you will be charged according to excess usage conditions of your plan.

How can I check what’s left on my package?

You can check by texting KALAN (meaning “remaining”) free of charge to 2222. You can dial *159# or you can call our Customer Services on 532. Also, you can check the remaining balance of your package on the "Digital Operator" application. As soon as you top up a packet of 10TL or more on your Hazır Kart or receive a Credit Transfer of 10TL or more you can call from your phone, receive calls and use all Hazır Kart services for 185 days. If you cannot top up a10 TL packet or more again throughout the 185 days or receive a Credit Transfer of 10TL or more the 180 Day "Semi Active Period" starts. Throughout this period you can receive calls but you cannot make any calls even if you have TL remaining on your line. You must top up TL once every 185 days.
Click for Digital Operator iOS.
Click for Digital Operator Android.

What is a package limit exceeding fee?

If you are on contract, 12TL will be charged for every 250 min. of calls in any direction after exceeding the package limit. If you are using pay-as-you-go, the fee for every call in any direction is 75 kurus per minute..

Are numbers starting with 118 included in my package?

Five-digit numbers starting with 118 are not included in your package and will be charged additionally.

Are 3-digit emergency call numbers, such as 112 and 132 or other similar numbers, included in my package?

Three-digit numbers starting with 1 are included in your package.

Can I change my rate plan whenever I want?

Yes, you can move to another rate plan from your current rate plan, but only once a month. When you place a request to change your rate plan, you can start to benefit from the new rate plan from the date when your on your bill cycle date You can call our Customer Services on 532 to change your plan.

How can I find how many minutes I have remaining on my package?

You can find out your remaining balances by texting KALAN (meaning “remaining”) to 2200.  .You can also call our Customer Services on 532.

Are texts for things such as competitions, donations, etc. included in my package?

Any texts sent for services, such as competitions, donations, etc. are not included in your package; they will be charged additionally.

Where can I find all package and rate plans?

You can call our Customer Service on 532 to get information about our packages and rate plans.

The legal owner of the line I’m using has passed away. How can I take over the ownership?

You can take over the ownership by taking the death certificate to a Turkcell Store.

I’ve lost my SIM card, how can get a new one?

If your SIM card gets lost, stolen or becomes defective you can go to the nearest TİM Turkcell Store and receive your Spare SIM Card immediately without having to change your number. If the line is registered to you, you can apply to a TİM Turkcell Store with your identification or request it from Customer services over my account and receive it by courier. If the line is not registered to you, you can apply to a TİM Turkcell Store with the registered person's power of attorney and identification. The courier service is free of charge in 81 cities. You must first complete the line closure process for Lost-Stolen lines by confirmation. In any case (theft, defect, loss, blockage,etc. included) where your existing SIM Card is not 4.5G compatible you can obtain your 4.5G compatible SIM card free of charge. Platinum & Black customers can get an SIM card free of charge in any situation. If card users with a 4.5G compatible SIM card make an SIM Card change and request another 4.5G compatible SIM card a fee is charged. "The fee is 22 TL." The SIM card fee for billed lines is reflected on the first bill that is issued. If you are using a prepaid line you can continue to use the TL remaining on the line when receive your Spare SIM Card. A SIM card change SHALL NOT affect any tariff, service, campaign, etc. assigned to your line. When the SIM card changes the PIN and PUK code assigned to your old card shall also change.

How can I cancel my line?

If you want to cancel your line, you can call Customer Services on 532 for detailed information

How can I switch from a postpaid plan to pay-as-you-go?

Individual costumers can switch over from postpaid plans to pay-as-you-go at any Turkcell Store.

What kind of documents are required to switch from a postpaid plan to pay-as-you-go?

The line owner can do this with their ID card.

Will my plan change if I switch from a contract plan to pay-as-you-go?

Yes, you have to choose one of the new payment type’s rate plans at the time of changing your method of payment.

Will I have to pay a fee to switch from a contract plan to pay-as-you-go?

No, this is free of charge.

Is there any special fee for switching from pay-as-you-go to a contract plan?

No, switching to a contract plan is free of charge. 

What is number porting?

This means changing your operator without changing your phone number.

Is number porting subject to any fee?

No, you won’t have to pay any fee.

How can I port my number?

To carry out a number porting transaction, you can apply in person at any dealer certified by the operator whose services you wish to receive.

How long does it take to port a number?

The number porting process can be legally completed within 4 days, at most. During this period, your communication services remain uninterrupted.

Our Customer Satisfaction Policy

As Turkey’s leading communication and technology company, we guarantee to solve customer requests in an open, transparent, quick, reassuring and customer-oriented manner. We always handle customer requests with our devotion to providing high-quality services. Whenever we receive a complaint from our costumers, we review each complaint in an objective, attentive, and careful manner and provide a solution as a result of this review. We also implement permanent improvements in our system and processes in parallel to complaints and suggestions. By supporting participation, sharing, and inventiveness among our employees, we provide an environment where they can constantly express and develop themselves. Our request handling process policies and objectives are structured to meet the legal regulation-based requirements (ITIA, Ministry of Industry and Commerce, etc.) and customer expectations and we progress by paying attention to what our employees have to say. We regularly review the Turkcell customer request and complaint management process and implemented systems to determine areas of improvement and to increase productivity, and we report events and constantly improve them.

Flexible Transfer

The requirement for the transferor and transferee customers to be present at the same time has been removed for location-independent flexible transfers. The transaction is completed immediately upon the transferor customer's application being submitted through the store or digital channel in the appropriate location, and the transferee customer completing the pending transaction at the nearest store or digital channel.
As of October 2023, you can only make location-independent transfers through Turkcell in Türkiye.
 
NOTE: To complete this process, the transferee may apply at our Store within 4 days in the location where he or she is located.
  
The transfer transaction steps are as follows;
 
  • The transferor submits a pre-application for 'Flexible Transfer' from the store closest to his or her location.
  • The transferor submits a 'Transfer Declaration Transferor Form' along with his or her ID card.
  • Once the transferor application is entered into the system, a 'order number' is generated. And the transfer process is put on hold. (An application from the transferee is expected.)
  • Number information about the order is sent to the transferee customer via SMS.
  • Within 96 hours, the transferee customer applies to the store closest to their current location.
  • The transferee customer's application is entered into the system, along with the order number or GSM number of the transfer, and the pending transfer process is complete.
  • The 'Transfer Declaration Transferee Form' is collected from the transferee customer along with his or her ID card.
  • The transfer process is complete once the documents have been uploaded to the system.
 
* Customers between the ages of 15 and 18 must be accompanied by a guardian, and the guardian's documents must be uploaded to the system.

Channels to Complete the Transaction;
  • Individual customers can make this transaction through Turkcell store.
  • Corporate customers can make this transaction at Corporate Solution Centers, Turkcell Communication Centers, or by contacting their sales managers.
Flexible transfer directions;
  • From individual to individual
  • From individual to corporate
  • From corporate to individual
  • From corporate to corporate