Vehicle owners across Turkey are being reminded that the deadline for paying the second installment of the 2026 Motor Vehicle Tax (MTV) is fast approaching. The payment period, which began on July 1, will end on July 31, 2026.
Anyone who fails to pay by the deadline may face additional financial penalties in the form of late payment interest.
Motor Vehicle Tax Is Paid Twice a Year
Turkey’s Motor Vehicle Tax is collected in two equal installments each year.
The first payment is due in January, while the second installment must be paid in July. All registered vehicle owners are responsible for making these payments within the legal deadlines.
How to Pay Your Motor Vehicle Tax
Taxpayers have several convenient options for paying their Motor Vehicle Tax.
Online payments can be made through the Digital Tax Office operated by the Revenue Administration, the official GIB mobile application, or the internet and mobile banking services of participating banks.
Those who prefer to pay in person can visit local tax offices, PTT branches, or participating bank branches. Many bank ATMs also accept Motor Vehicle Tax payments.
Late Payments Will Result in Interest Charges
Authorities have warned that vehicle owners who do not pay by July 31 will automatically become subject to late payment interest.
Once the legal deadline has passed, statutory interest will be added to the outstanding tax amount for every month the payment remains overdue.
To avoid unnecessary additional costs, vehicle owners are advised to complete their Motor Vehicle Tax payment before the end of July.
Final Reminder
With only a few days remaining before the deadline, millions of drivers across Turkey are encouraged to check that their Motor Vehicle Tax obligations have been fulfilled. Paying on time will help avoid interest charges and ensure compliance with Turkish tax regulations.
