Tax-free mobile phones have been a hot topic for some time. Many young people are researching which models will be included in the tax-free phone promise made by President Erdoğan and when sales will begin.
Although the matter has been raised in Cabinet meetings, no definitive decisions have been announced yet. Officials say that once details are finalized, President Erdoğan and the relevant ministers will make an official statement. Read on for the latest information about the expected tax-free phone sales.
When Will Tax-Free Phones Be Sold? Current Status
Minister of Industry and Technology Mehmet Kacır has commented on the tax-free phone initiative, stating that evaluations are ongoing and that a public announcement will follow when work is complete. He emphasized that the sale of tax-free phones is expected to begin soon. Kacır reiterated the government’s commitment to fulfilling the promise for students in formal education, saying, “Our President urges responsible parties and us to fulfill all promises as soon as possible.”
Further Statements on Tax-Free Phones
Reports indicate that President Erdoğan discussed the matter with Minister of Treasury and Finance Mehmet Şimşek, including whether imported phones would be eligible for the tax reduction. Şimşek reportedly warned that extending the reduction to imported devices could increase the current account deficit, and suggested that any cut would be limited to domestically produced phones.
It has also been noted that international brands with production facilities in Turkey may be covered by the reduction. Authorities plan to continue work on the issue until the next Cabinet meeting, after which a formal announcement is expected.
Which Phones Will Be Tax-Free?
The tax-free phone campaign for students is expected to be limited to locally manufactured or domestically produced models. The phones mentioned in connection with the campaign include:
- Xiaomi: Redmi 9C, Redmi 9T, Redmi Note 10S, Redmi 10 2022
- Samsung: Galaxy A01, Galaxy A21s, Galaxy A30, Galaxy A52
- General Mobile: 21, Phoenix 5G, 24 Pro, GM 23
- Casper: VIA X30 Plus, VIA M30 Plus
- OPPO: A15, Reno5 Lite
- Vivo: Y11s, Y21s, Y53s
- TCL: 20 SE, 20 E, L7
- Reeder: S19 Max Pro, S23 Pro Max, S19 Max
- Realme: C21, C21Y, C25
- Omix: X300, X500, X5
- Tecno Mobile: Camon 16
- Vestel (models to be determined)