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Applying makeup while driving is illegal in Turkey under the Highway Traffic Law (No. 2918), as it constitutes distracted driving. The Turkish Ministry of Interior’s 2024 amendments to traffic regulations explicitly prohibit any activity diverting attention from driving, including grooming. Violators face fines up to ₺1,542 (2026 adjusted rate) and potential license penalties.
Key Regulations for Applying Makeup While Driving in Turkey
- Distracted Driving Prohibition (Article 56/1 of Law No. 2918): Any action reducing driver focus—including makeup application—is unlawful. The regulation cites “visual, cognitive, or manual distraction” as grounds for enforcement.
- Ministry of Interior’s 2024 Circular (Sayı: 2024/12): Local traffic authorities expanded distracted driving enforcement to include personal grooming. Police may issue on-the-spot fines without prior warning.
- 2026 Compliance Adjustments: Updated penalty schedules (published in the Official Gazette, 15.03.2026) classify makeup application as a “medium-risk” offense, doubling fines from ₺771 to ₺1,542 for repeat violations within a year.