As of 2025, significant increases in traffic fines have come to the forefront, and the penalties drivers may face have been readjusted. These regulations, aimed at increasing traffic safety and deterring rule violations, further emphasize the importance of being informed about 2025 Traffic Fines.
In this guide, you can find all details regarding current fine amounts for 2025, as well as payment, inquiry, and objection processes in a simple and user-friendly language. Traffic fine types ranging from speeding violations to red light penalties, from phone usage to drifting are covered item by item.
With new regulations effective at the beginning of 2025, traffic fines have been increased by an average of 43.93%. With this increase, many fines have nearly doubled. Especially critical fines such as exceeding speed limits, red light violations, and driving under the influence have been significantly raised.
Compliance with traffic laws is vital for both drivers' safety and the security of other road users. Therefore, following changes in 2025 traffic fine amounts helps drivers act with awareness of potential violation risks.
The increase rate is calculated based on the 2024 revaluation rate of 43.93%. The table below clearly shows the change rates for some frequently applied fines:
| Violation Type | 2024 Fine Amount | 2025 Fine Amount | Increase Rate |
| Running a red light | 1,506 TL | 2,168 TL | 43.93% |
| Exceeding speed limit by 10-30% | 1,506 TL | 2,168 TL | 43.93% |
| Drifting | 32,233 TL | 46,393 TL | 43.93% |
| Driving without a license | 12,978 TL | 18,678 TL | 43.93% |
These increases aim to enhance deterrence in traffic and ensure stricter compliance with rules. However, early payment allows these fines to be paid with a 25% discount.
With the 2025 traffic regulations, most fine details applied to drivers have been updated; penalty points have increased for some violations, and additional sanctions have begun to be applied for others. For example, in red light violations, not only a monetary fine but also 20 penalty points are applied.
It has also been observed that temporary license confiscation periods have increased for situations such as driving under the influence and repeated speeding violations. Although no new additions have been made to the fine lists, the impact of existing fines has become much more noticeable legally and financially.
Below are the most current traffic fine amounts for 2025. Fine amounts vary depending on the type and danger level of the violation.
| Traffic Violation | 2025 Fine Amount |
| Red light violation | 2,168 TL |
| 10-30% speed limit exceedance | 2,168 TL |
| 30-50% speed limit exceedance | 4,512 TL |
| Over 50% speed limit exceedance | 9,268 TL |
| Driving under influence (first offense) | 9,268 TL |
| Driving without a license | 18,678 TL |
| Drifting | 46,393 TL |
All these amounts can be paid with a 25% discount if paid within 30 days from the notification date.
Red light violation is one of the most frequently applied and high-risk violations. In 2025, the fine for red light violation has been set at 2,168 TL. Additionally, 20 penalty points are applied to the driver.
If this violation is repeated, license confiscation periods come into play. If the violation is repeated three times within the same year, the driver's license is temporarily confiscated for 30 days.
Speed limit violations are evaluated at different rates to determine fine amounts:
Repeated speed violations can result in temporary license confiscation. The licenses of those who exceed the speed limit by over 30% five times within one year will be confiscated for 1 year.
In 2025, the following sanctions are applied to drivers detected driving under the influence of alcohol:
In addition to these fines, 20 penalty points are also given to the driver. In cases of high alcohol levels, prosecution under the Turkish Penal Code may also apply.
In 2025, the fine for not wearing a seat belt is 993 TL. In addition to the fine, 15 penalty points are also given to the driver. This seemingly simple but vital violation significantly increases accident risks.
Drivers are required to wear seat belts not only in the front seats but also when sitting in the back seats.
Using a mobile phone while driving causes distraction and is among the main causes of accidents. Therefore, the 2025 fine amount is set at 2,168 TL.
The 10 penalty point system is also in effect against this violation. Drivers are advised not to use communication devices other than Bluetooth or car kits while driving.
The fine for those who do not undergo the annual vehicle inspection that measures the technical adequacy of the vehicle has been increased to 2,168 TL in 2025. Additionally, 10 penalty points are given to the driver.
If the vehicle is caught in traffic without inspection, serious sanctions such as traffic ban may also be applied. Therefore, it is necessary to perform regular inspection procedures through TÜVTÜRK.
Traffic fines can be easily paid through many different channels. You can make your payments through the following systems:
Additionally, if you pay your traffic fine within 30 days from the date it was issued, you are entitled to a 25% discount.
Fine inquiries can be made through the e-Government system by entering T.R. identity number or vehicle license plate. The inquiry headings you can use are as follows:
In addition to these, fine amounts and payment statuses can also be seen through PTT and banks. This way, you can intervene in fines on time and avoid the risk of interest and additional penalties.
Every citizen has the right to object to a traffic fine they believe is unjust. The first step for this is to apply within 30 days at the latest from the day the fine is notified to you.
The required documents for objection are as follows:
The objection application can be made through the traffic inspection branch where the fine was issued or through the criminal courts of peace. Following the application process, the fine may be canceled in accordance with the administration's decision.
