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6 October 2025

Compliance Requirements Under Turkish Data Protection Law Processing Biometric Data

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Hamzaoglu Hamzaoglu Kinikoglu Attorney Partnership

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Biometric data, defined as unique identifiers like fingerprints, facial recognition, and iris scans, are categorized as special categories of personal data under the Turkish Data Protection Law ("TDPL") and are subject to additional safeguards.
Turkey Privacy

I. Introduction

Biometric data, defined as unique identifiers like fingerprints, facial recognition, and iris scans, are categorized as special categories of personal data under the Turkish Data Protection Law ("TDPL") and are subject to additional safeguards. This memo aims to provide an overview of the compliance requirements for biometric data processing under TDPL, highlighting the necessary compliance measures and obligations for organizations operating in Turkey.

The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.

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