2024 Electricity, Water & Natural Gas Subscription Fees in Turkey

Electricity, water and natural gas subscription fees for 2024 have been updated. Before starting any subscription procedures, you should prepare the required documents completely. After you submit the documents and pay the necessary fees, your subscription can be completed.

What documents are required for electricity, water and natural gas subscriptions, what are the current fees, and how are the subscription procedures carried out? You will find all the details you need to know about subscription procedures in this article.

HOW TO APPLY FOR AN ELECTRICITY SUBSCRIPTION?

Electricity subscriptions can be completed by visiting the customer service center of the electricity distribution company that serves your area or online via the company’s website. In many cases, you can also apply through the national e-government portal.

To use e-government services, the distribution company must be integrated with the e-government system. If your distribution company supports e-government, follow these steps:

  1. Log in to the e-government portal.
  2. Type the name of the distribution company into the search box.
  3. Select the menu item that includes “subscription” from the results.
  4. Enter the requested information accurately and submit your subscription application.

NOTE: Some electricity distribution companies also accept subscription applications directly through their official websites. To check whether your distribution company offers online subscriptions:

  1. Open a search engine.
  2. Enter the name of the distribution company.
  3. Visit the company’s official website from the search results.
  4. Navigate to the “Subscription Services” or similar section on the official site.
  5. You will find details there on how to apply for a subscription online.

Which Documents Are Required for an Electricity Subscription?

Documents typically required for an electricity subscription include:

  • National ID card
  • Residence certificate or a written address declaration matching the contract
  • Electricity subscription agreement
  • Occupancy/usage permit (certificate of occupancy)
  • Title deed or rental contract

NOTE: Required documents may vary by electricity distribution company. Additional documents may be requested for commercial premises.

HOW MUCH IS THE 2024 ELECTRICITY SUBSCRIPTION FEE?

2024 electricity subscription fees vary depending on the security deposit required. Typical fees by security deposit are as follows:

  • 1 kW residential: 20 TL connection/disconnection fee – 37.6 TL security deposit.
  • 5 kW residential: 100 TL connection/disconnection fee – 188 TL security deposit.
  • 1 kW commercial: 20 TL connection/disconnection fee – 106.9 TL security deposit.
  • 5 kW commercial: 100 TL connection/disconnection fee – 534.5 TL security deposit.

HOW TO APPLY FOR A WATER SUBSCRIPTION?

Water subscriptions are made by applying to the relevant municipality’s Water and Sewerage Administration (WASA) or, where available, online via the e-government portal. If your local Water and Sewerage Administration is not integrated with e-government, you will need to apply in person.

To apply via e-government, follow these steps:

  1. Log in to the e-government portal.
  2. Search for your municipality’s name followed by “water subscription”.
  3. If a subscription service for your municipality appears, you can complete the process from there.

NOTE: Your municipality may also allow online subscription applications on its official website. Search for the municipality name plus “Water and Sewerage Administration” to find the official page and learn whether online subscriptions are available.

Which Documents Are Required for a Water Subscription?

Documents usually requested for a water subscription are:

  1. National ID document
  2. Residence certificate
  3. Title deed or rental agreement
  4. Occupancy/usage permit (certificate of occupancy)

NOTE: Municipalities may request additional documents for commercial premises or for residences that were not previously inhabited.

HOW MUCH IS THE 2024 WATER SUBSCRIPTION FEE?

2024 water subscription fees vary by the type of subscriber and the intended use. For an average residential unit, the water subscription fee is approximately 217 TL.

Water subscription fees may change depending on these factors:

  • Whether the connection is for a commercial property or a residence,
  • The square meters of the property,
  • Whether the property is an official/public office.

NOTE: Municipalities may apply different tariff rules for subscribers with disability ID cards.

HOW TO APPLY FOR A NATURAL GAS SUBSCRIPTION?

Natural gas subscriptions are completed by applying to the distribution company and submitting the required documents. In many cases, subscription applications can also be made through the e-government portal if the distribution company supports it. Confirm whether your natural gas distribution company processes applications via e-government.

If you are applying for natural gas for a new residence or commercial unit for the first time, you may need to obtain a preliminary subscription. After necessary inspections and approvals, the final subscription will be set up. For detailed information on procedures, consult your distribution company’s official resources.

Which Documents Are Required for a Natural Gas Subscription?

Commonly required documents for a natural gas subscription include:

  1. National ID document
  2. Title deed or rental contract
  3. Occupancy/usage permit (certificate of occupancy)
  4. Compulsory earthquake insurance policy (DASK)

Distribution companies typically carry out a preliminary inspection for natural gas subscriptions; this may require scheduling a site visit by authorized personnel.

HOW MUCH IS THE 2024 NATURAL GAS SUBSCRIPTION FEE?

2024 natural gas subscription fees vary based on the property’s square meters and the condition of the existing piping and installation. For residences and businesses, subscription fees set by distribution companies generally range between 1,500 TL and 4,500 TL. Distribution companies may also require a deposit.

We have shared details on application steps, required documents and fees for electricity, water and natural gas subscriptions. If you have questions, opinions or suggestions, please leave them in the comments section below.