Turkey raises fines for e-scooter violations
The regulation amending e-scooter rules was published in Resmi Gazete. Fines for operators have been increased, with the maximum reaching 170,000 lira.
Yulduz Salimov1 min read
Amendments to the rules on the use of e-scooters took effect after publication in the official government gazette Resmi Gazete on 13 October 2026. The new norms tighten administrative fines for operating companies for violations.
What fines are being introduced
The fine for companies operating without a permit document and licence has been raised from 10,000 lira to 86,900 lira.
Operators that exceed the permitted number of scooters face a fine of up to 170,000 lira for a repeat violation.
Companies that do not have a round-the-clock call centre or a mobile application for users will be fined 43,447 lira.
Failure to provide the required information and documents during inspections carries a fine of 50,000 lira. If a violation is committed for the third time, the operator's activity may be suspended for 6 months.
Source: cnnturk.com
