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The Turkish Social Security Institution (Sosyal Güvenlik Kurumu or SGK in Turkish) is a pivotal institution in Turkey’s social welfare system, ensuring the well-being and security of its citizens. Founded in 2006, the SGK plays a vital role in providing social insurance, healthcare, and pension services to the Turkish population. This piece aims to provide...

Healthcare is a fundamental human right, and countries around the world have devised various systems to ensure that their citizens have access to quality medical care. Turkey, a transcontinental country located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, has implemented a general healthcare insurance system that aims to provide universal coverage and improve healthcare accessibility....

Within the scope of the welfare state arrangements, social security systems are an integral part of any modern society, aimed at providing financial support to individuals who find themselves unable to work due to various reasons, such as temporary or permanent illness, injury, or disability. In Turkey, the Social Security Institution (SGK) plays a pivotal...

In Turkey, the legal framework governing employment relationships is primarily defined by the Turkish Labor Code No. 4857. One of the fundamental concepts within this code is the “indefinite term employment contract.” This type of contract plays a crucial role in regulating the rights and obligations of both employers and employees in the Turkish Labor...

Workplace accidents are an unfortunate reality in any nation’s labour force. Turkey, a country with a burgeoning workforce and a rapidly expanding economy, has taken significant steps to protect its workers against the unwanted results of work accidents through the Work Accidents Social Insurance Branch. This branch, operated under the auspices of the Turkish Social...

Social security systems play a crucial role in safeguarding the economic and social well-being of individuals in a society. In Turkey, the Social Insurance and General Healthcare Insurance Code No. 5510 has established a comprehensive framework to ensure the protection of citizens against various risks and contingencies. One essential component of this framework is the...

In Turkey, the notice pay is regulated by the Turkish Labor Law, which is governed by Act No. 4857, also known as the “Labour Code.” Notice pay, in this context, refers to the compensation the party of the employment contract must provide to the other party when terminating the employment contract with proper notice. The...

Labor laws play a crucial role in protecting the rights and interests of employees. In Turkey, the Labor Act No. 4857, also known as the Turkish Labor Law, is a comprehensive piece of legislation that governs various aspects of the employer-employee relationship. One significant aspect covered by this law is severance pay. In addition, the...

The Turkish Employment Agency (İŞKUR), established in 1946, plays a crucial role in the Turkish labor market by connecting job seekers with employment opportunities and supporting the country’s economic growth. İŞKUR’s multifaceted employment activities are designed to address the evolving needs of the workforce, enhance job market efficiency, and foster social inclusion. İŞKUR’s one of...

Employees who meet the requirements for retirement (to be entitled to old-age pension) and want to retire, have the right to terminate their contracts due to retirement and receive severance pay. According to the Turkish Labour Law, it is essential that the employee who terminates his/her employment contract due to retirement is to be paid...