After you arrive

Getting a Turkish SIM Card as a Student

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Staying connected is cheap and easy. Here's how to get a student SIM, what to budget, and the registration rule to know.

The main carriers

Turkcell, Vodafone and Türk Telekom all offer prepaid student packages with generous data. Plans run roughly $10–20 per month.

The 120-day rule

Foreign phones must be registered within 120 days or they're blocked. Register your handset (a small fee applies) or buy a local phone to avoid surprises.

What you need

Your passport and residence/student documents. SIT helps you pick a plan and register on arrival day.

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