US EditionUK Tourists in Turkey Warned of 'Sudden' Law Change and Urged to Act
TURKEY, JUL 21 – Turkey's telecom regulator blocked at least 35 international eSIM providers to protect local firms controlled by the sovereign wealth fund, affecting residents' ability to buy international eSIMs.
- In early July 2025, Turkey’s telecom regulator blocked access to more than 35 international eSIM providers, restricting both travelers and residents from using these services within the country.
- The ban primarily targets Turkish residents from buying international eSIMs for travel, while tourists can still use eSIMs if activated before arriving in Turkey, which has led to disruption and confusion.
- Affected eSIM providers include Airalo, Holafly, Saily, and Nomad, with tourists warned to download and fully activate eSIMs on UK networks before departure and to use VPNs for managing services in Turkey.
- The ban risks leaving travelers without internet on arrival, possibly incurring costly roaming fees or needing to buy local SIM cards, with experts urging UK holidaymakers to prepare in advance to avoid disruptions.
- This measure exemplifies Turkey's broader internet controls since 2007, potentially increasing travel costs and complicating mobile connectivity for residents and visitors.
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