Data Protection Representative (DPR) in Türkiye

Meet Your MandatoryTurkish DataRepresentative Requirement

Under Turkish law (KVKK), foreign companies processing data of Turkish residents must appoint a local Data Protection Representative (DPR). Our service provides you with an official, Istanbul-based representative to ensure you operate legally and confidently in the Turkish market.

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Problem: Operating in Turkey Without a Local Presence?A DPR Isn't Optional—It's the Law.

If your company is not based in Turkey but you collect or process the personal data of Turkish residents, you are classified as a "non-resident controller".

Turkish data protection law (KVKK) explicitly mandates that all non-resident controllers must appoint a Turkey-based representative(some exemptions apply).

Failing to appoint a DPR is a direct compliance violation that can prevent you from registering in the mandatory VERBIS data registry and expose your business to significant regulatory penalties.

This service is essential for:

Foreign companies with Turkish users or customers.
Non-resident controllers who need to register in VERBIS.
Businesses seeking to enter the Turkish market in full compliance with local data protection laws.

Soloution: Your Official & Reliable in Türkiye Point of Contactfor Compliance

Our Data Protection Representative service provides a simple, turnkey solution to this mandatory legal requirement. By appointing Kooch Cybersecurity & Compliance, you establish a formal, legally recognized representative in Turkey. We act as the official bridge between your company, the Turkish Data Protection Authority (KVKK), and local data subjects, ensuring that all official communications are managed professionally and efficiently.

How It Works

Our Streamlined 3-Step Appointment Process

Step 1: Onboarding & Official Appointment

We begin with a straightforward DPR agreement outlining our responsibilities. We then work with you to officially list Kooch as your legal representative in the Turkish Data Controllers' Registry (VERBIS).

Step 2: Secure Communication Channel Setup

We establish secure communication protocols to receive all official correspondence on your behalf. This ensures that inquiries from the KVKK Authority or data subjects are handled safely and confidentially.

Step 3: Ongoing Inquiry Management & Forwarding

Our team will handle and track all incoming inquiries. Per our SLA, we acknowledge all regulator and DSAR communications within 24 hours and securely forward them to your designated contact within 48 hours.

What You Get (Deliverables)

Everything You Need to Fulfill Your Legal Obligation

An Official Turkey-Based Representative: A registered Turkish legal entity to serve as your appointed representative as required by KVKK law.
A Formal Point of Contact: An official address and channel for communications from the Turkish Data Protection Authority (KVKK) and data subjects.
VERBIS Registration Management: We will maintain your registration data in VERBIS, listing Kooch as your official representative.
Secure Correspondence Handling: We will forward and help coordinate all official correspondence and Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) under a strict SLA.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is legally required to appoint a DPR in Turkey?

All non-resident data controllers (companies without a physical presence in Turkey) that process the personal data of Turkish residents must appoint a Turkey-based representative.

What happens if we don't appoint a DPR?

You will be in violation of KVKK. This can result in fines and prevent you from legally completing your mandatory registration in the VERBIS data registry.

What kind of inquiries will you handle?

We will receive, track, and forward official correspondence from the KVKK Authority and Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) from individuals in Turkey.

Is a Data Protection Representative (DPR) the same as a Data Protection Officer (DPO)?

No. A DPR is a mandatory local point of contact for foreign companies, similar in spirit to GDPR Article 27. A DPO is a broader role responsible for overseeing an organization's data protection strategy, which is not always mandatory.

Pricing

Simple, Transparent Annual Pricing

We offer a flat annual fee for our core DPR service, with optional add-ons for enhanced support.

Data Protection Representative (DPR) Service

$2,500 – $4,000

(Per year)

Includes all deliverables listed above to meet your mandatory requirement.

Covers all standard correspondence handling and forwarding.

Guaranteed 24-hour acknowledgment of all official inquiries.

Optional Add-Ons:
Quarterly Compliance Checks: +$1,500 / year
Ad-Hoc Incident Support: $250 / hour

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