Turkey’s Google Play Is No Longer Usable: What Are the Alternatives for Low-Cost Cross-Region Purchases Now?

I recently discovered that my Turkish account is no longer functional.

Having opened numerous cross-region accounts without any issues, I initially thought my inability to make payments was due to some kind of account control issue. Following advice found online, I deleted my previous payment methods and tried re-binding them using a Turkish IP.

After much effort, my account was eventually… banned.

I followed the instructions in the email to submit the required information.

Three days later, I received an email confirming my account had been reactivated. However, when I tried to make an in-app purchase on Google Play, I faced the same issue.

This experience led me to accept a harsh reality: the era of cross-region purchases on the Turkish Google Play Store had come to an end.

Google’s help center lacks specific guidance for this payment issue, so understanding the rules required interacting with customer service. I’ve summarized a few key points:

Google’s response: Regarding your purchase issues, we consulted our experts and regret to inform you that inconsistencies were found in your account. Therefore, we cannot provide further assistance on this matter. Please ensure your payment method matches your country or region of residence.