Citizens aged 65 and over who need financial support receive a 65+ allowance, also called an old-age benefit. In 2025, the amount and application requirements for this benefit have been updated. Below we explain the latest information about the 65+ allowance.
WHAT IS THE 65+ ALLOWANCE?
The 65+ allowance is a social assistance payment provided by the state to citizens aged 65 or older who have no social insurance or regular income. It aims to help elderly individuals meet their basic needs.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR THE OLD-AGE BENEFIT?
To qualify for the 65+ allowance, the following conditions must be met:
- Age Requirement: The applicant must be at least 65 years old.
- Social Coverage: The applicant must not be receiving income or a pension from Social Security institutions (such as SSK, Emekli Sandığı, BAĞ-KUR).
- No Premium Payments: The applicant must not have paid insurance premiums to the Social Security Institution.
- Income Level: The applicant’s income must fall below the poverty threshold defined in the applicable law and this need must be verified by the governorship or district governorate.
WHO CANNOT RECEIVE THE 65+ ALLOWANCE?
Applications are not accepted in the following cases:
- Persons with Social Coverage: Those receiving a pension or other income from institutions like SSK, Emekli Sandığı, or BAĞ-KUR.
- Active Insured Persons: People who are currently paying premiums to the Social Security Institution.
- Those Above the Income Threshold: Individuals whose income exceeds the defined need threshold.
HOW MUCH IS THE 2025 OLD-AGE BENEFIT?
With the 2025 salary adjustments for civil servants, the 65+ allowance also increased. As of January 2025, the monthly 65+ allowance is 4,664 TL.
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE 65+ ALLOWANCE?
You can follow these steps to apply for the 65+ allowance:
- Place of Application: Apply in person at the Social Assistance and Solidarity Foundation in the province or district where you reside.
- Application Process: The foundation reviews your application and assesses your need. If eligible, the monthly payment will be arranged.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE OLD-AGE ALLOWANCE
All of the following conditions must be met to receive the 65+ allowance:
- Be 65 Years Old or Older: The applicant must have reached 65 years by the application date.
- No Social Insurance Benefits: The applicant must not be receiving income or a pension from any social security institution.
- No Premium History: The applicant must not have paid premiums to the Social Security Institution.
- Poverty Status: Per capita household income must be less than one-third of the minimum wage. For 2025 this threshold corresponds approximately to 7,368 TL per household; therefore per-person income must be under about 2,456 TL.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR THE 65+ ALLOWANCE
Prepare the following documents when applying:
- Identification: National ID card, passport, or driver’s license.
- Application Form: The form provided by the Social Assistance and Solidarity Foundation.
- Income Declaration: Documents showing household income, if requested.
- Residence Document: Can be obtained from population registry offices or via the e-Government portal.
IS THE 65+ ALLOWANCE PAID MONTHLY?
Yes, the 65+ allowance is paid monthly. Payments that were previously made quarterly are now deposited monthly into beneficiaries’ accounts.
WHEN IS THE OLD-AGE BENEFIT PAID?
Payments are made on specific days each month, determined by the last digit of the beneficiary’s birth year:
- Ending in 0 or 5: 5th of each month.
- Ending in 1 or 6: 6th of each month.
- Ending in 2 or 7: 7th of each month.
- Ending in 3 or 8: 8th of each month.
- Ending in 4 or 9: 9th of each month.
WHERE ARE PAYMENTS MADE?
65+ allowance payments are made through PTT. Beneficiaries can withdraw their payment at the nearest PTT branch with their ID. Upon request, payments can also be transferred to a bank account.
HOW TO CHECK YOUR 65+ ALLOWANCE STATUS?
You can check your application status or payment details using the following methods:
Via e-Government
- Log in to the e-Government portal or mobile app.
- Search for “65+ Allowance Inquiry” in the search field.
- The page will display the status of your application and payment dates.
Via PTT
Since payments are made through PTT, you can visit the nearest PTT branch with your ID to learn whether your allowance is available for withdrawal.
Social Assistance and Solidarity Foundation
You can also contact or visit the Social Assistance and Solidarity Foundation at the district governorate or governorship where you applied to obtain information about your application.
IN WHAT CASES IS THE 65+ ALLOWANCE SUSPENDED?
The allowance may be suspended in several situations. Common reasons for suspension include:
- Acquiring Social Coverage
If the beneficiary starts receiving a pension, survivor’s benefit, or any other form of social coverage, the allowance will be discontinued.
- Change in Income
If the household’s per-person income exceeds the need threshold (about 2,456 TL in 2025), the payment will be suspended.
- Change of Residence or Moving Abroad
Payments can be stopped if the beneficiary moves abroad or fails to report an address change.
- Death
The allowance is stopped upon the beneficiary’s death and cannot be inherited by relatives.
NOTE: If your payment has been suspended, you may reapply to request a new assessment of your eligibility.
ARE HOSPITAL SERVICES FREE FOR THOSE OVER 65?
Yes, citizens over 65 can access free health services at state hospitals under the General Health Insurance scheme, without an obligation to pay premiums for these services.
Elderly individuals can receive the following services free of charge at public facilities:
- Outpatient Consultations and Clinic Services
- Surgeries and Medical Procedures
- Medications covered by the state
- Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
- Special treatments such as dialysis and cancer therapy
In private hospitals, co-payments may apply depending on agreements with the Social Security Institution.
CAN THOSE OVER 65 VISIT HOSPITALS WITHOUT AN APPOINTMENT?
Yes, individuals over 65 can be seen without an appointment at state hospitals and family health centers. However, due to potential crowding, booking through the Central Physician Appointment System (MHRS) is recommended.
Those over 65 have priority status and typically do not need to wait in queues; they also receive priority treatment in emergency departments.
To make an appointment, you can use:
- MHRS Website
- MHRS Mobile App
- Alo 182 Call Center
NOTE: Home healthcare services are also available to help elderly citizens access care more easily. Ask your family physician or the relevant health ministry unit for details.
HOW AND WHERE TO GET A HEALTH REPORT FOR THOSE OVER 65?
Elderly citizens may need health reports for various purposes such as medication approval, disability documentation, medical retirement, or vehicle acquisition. The process depends on the type of report required.
WHERE CAN OLDER ADULTS OBTAIN HEALTH REPORTS?
Health reports for those over 65 can be obtained from the following places:
- Family Health Centers: For basic checks and routine reports.
- State Hospitals: For detailed reports that require specialist examination.
- University Hospitals: For comprehensive reports such as disability evaluations or medical retirement assessments.
- Private Hospitals: Reports may be issued for a fee; some types of reports must be obtained from public hospitals.
HOW TO OBTAIN A HEALTH REPORT?
Follow these steps to get a health report:
- Submit an Application
Request a report at your family health center or hospital. For special reports like disability or medical retirement, apply directly to state hospitals.
- Undergo Medical Examination
A family physician or specialist performs an examination. Additional tests (blood tests, imaging, MRIs) may be required.
- If a Committee Report Is Needed, Be Referred to the Hospital Commission
Disability, medical retirement, or other specialized reports require a health board committee report, issued at state or university hospitals.
- Wait for Approval
Reports are usually issued the same day, but committee reports can take from 3 to 15 days.
HEALTH REPORT FEES IN 2025
- Family Physicians and State Hospitals: Free of charge.
- Private Hospitals: Fees vary by hospital; typical ranges are approximately 500 – 2,000 TL.
- Committee Reports: Generally free in state hospitals, though minor fees may apply in certain cases.
NOTE: Health reports may expire after a certain period. Be sure to check the validity and renew if necessary.
IS A HEALTH REPORT REQUIRED FOR TITLE DEED TRANSACTIONS FOR THOSE OVER 65?
Yes, title deed offices may request a health report for applicants over 65. This is often done during sales, donations, or inheritance transactions to confirm that the elderly person has the mental capacity to act freely, preventing exploitation or transactions made against their will.
WHEN IS A HEALTH REPORT REQUIRED?
- If the Title Deed Officer Suspects Incapacity: If the officer doubts whether the person is acting with full and free will, a report may be requested.
- If Family Members or Third Parties Object: A relative or heir may request a health report if they believe the transaction may be invalid.
- For High-Value Property Transactions: When an elderly person sells or transfers high-value real estate, a report may be required to ensure the transaction is legitimate.