Turkey Introduces Fee for Notary Vehicle Data Access
🇹🇷 Turkey Introduces Fee for Notary Requests on Vehicle Data
Turkey has introduced a new fee for obtaining information from notaries related to the vehicle registration and documentation system. The decision was adopted by the Union of Turkish Notaries after amendments to notarial regulations were officially published.
From now on, a charge of 2 Turkish lira will apply for every request or returned record from the vehicle registration database.
What Has Changed
A new article has been added to the regulation titled:
Exchange of information contained in the vehicle registration and documentation system database
This amendment grants the Union of Turkish Notaries the legal right to charge individuals and legal entities for each data transaction conducted within the framework of the law.
Who Will Pay and For What
- The fee is 2 Turkish lira per request or record
- The charge applies when providing data related to vehicle registration
- The amount will be indexed annually according to revaluation rates
Data may be requested only in the following cases:
- Fulfilment of legal obligations
- Establishment of rights
- Exercise or protection of rights
The obtained information may be used exclusively for these purposes.
Liability for Violations
Misuse or unlawful distribution of the data will result in legal responsibility under personal data protection legislation.
Exceptions and Benefits
- Government institutions and local authorities are exempt from payment
- Individuals and companies are entitled to one free request per vehicle per year
Transition Period and New Obligations
Individuals and legal entities that previously accessed such data free of charge and do not have a direct agreement with the Union of Turkish Notaries must:
- Sign the appropriate agreement
- Complete this within two months
If this requirement is not met:
The fee will be charged retroactively from the date the regulation entered into force.
How Data Exchange Will Work
Information transfer will take place primarily through electronic systems. Detailed procedures, including payment methods and technical protocols, will be defined in separate agreements between the parties.
The new measure is aimed at regulating access to sensitive data, strengthening control over its use, and enhancing the protection of personal information in Turkey’s vehicle registration system.
