2026 Update: New Work Permit Evaluation Criteria in Türkiye
Ministry of Labour and Social Security introduced new work permit exemptions effective 3 August 2026 for long-term residents and the manufacturing, poultry farming and recycling sectors.
Taxation of Private Health Insurance in Turkey
In Turkey, private health insurance and supplementary health insurance are now a key part of employee experience and welfare, offering broader access to private healthcare while also creating [...]
Legal Consequences of Employing Foreign Nationals Without a Work Permit in Türkiye
Administrative penalties and employer liability for unauthorized work in Türkiye have been revised under 2025 labor law updates.
Regulation on Employer Liability for Deportation Costs of Unauthorized Foreign Workers
In July 2025, Türkiye enforced a new regulation linking unauthorized work to employer liability, including deportation and cost recovery for work without a permit.
Social Security Employer Premium Discount in Türkiye
The employer’s social security contribution discount has been reduced from five to four points, with an exception for the manufacturing sector, where the five-point discount remains in effect until December 31, 2026.
Amendments to the Regulation on the Implementation of the International Labor Force Law
With the amendments published in the Official Gazette on October 15, numbered 32693, significant changes have been introduced to the Regulation on the Implementation of the International Labor Force [...]