16.12.2025 14:15
The deadline for microchipping pets ends on December 31. The procedure, which takes less than a minute, currently costs 900 TL, including the registration. In 2026, the penalty for not microchipping your pet will be 10,000 TL.
The extension given for the identification of cats and dogs will end on December 31. So far, more than 1 million pets have been microchipped. Those who do not have their pets microchipped within six months will face administrative fines.
TRAVEL AND EXIT ABROAD WILL BECOME DIFFICULT
Pets without microchips will find it difficult to travel by plane or bus. Additionally, these animals will not be allowed to be taken abroad. Authorities emphasize that the implementation is important for both animal safety and the healthy functioning of the registration system.
TAKING A CHIP TAKES LESS THAN A MINUTE
The application aims to prevent the abandonment of animals. The process of microchipping animals takes less than a minute.
HOW MUCH DOES THE MICROCHIPPING PROCESS COST?
The microchipping process can be done at veterinary clinics and provincial and district agricultural directorates. The average cost of the application, including the booklet, is approximately 900 lira.
As of the new year, the penalty for not microchipping pets will significantly increase. Starting from 2026, this amount will rise to 10,000 TL.
PENALTY WILL INCREASE IN 2026
Erdinç Orhan emphasized that the penalty for not microchipping will significantly increase as of the new year, stating that this amount will rise to 10,000 lira after 2026.