Loan Deferrals Announced: Who Qualifies for a Payment Pause?

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A decision affecting many people facing financial hardship due to the coronavirus pandemic has been published in the Official Gazette and is now in effect. To provide relief for tradespeople and craftsmen who suffered economic losses, low-interest bank loan payments will be postponed for three months. 3-Month Loan Postponement Businesses that experienced economic damage because … Read more

European Border Crossings Opened to Migrants

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Following the airstrike in Idlib, European border crossings have been opened to migrants. Authorities have announced that refugee communities in our country will be allowed to move toward Europe. Since the announcement, a heavy flow of migrants has begun toward European borders. Many refugees who had been waiting to migrate are now moving toward border … Read more

Check Your Bağ-Kur Pension Deductions Online

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Bağ-Kur is a social security system designed for those who cannot work in the public or private sector, enabling them to qualify for retirement in the future. Within this system, premiums are not paid through Emekli Sandığı or SSK; instead, individuals receive health and pension benefits through Bağ-Kur. By paying contributions to Bağ-Kur, you can … Read more

2024 EK-5 Agricultural Insurance Premium Rates — How Much Are They?

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With the minimum wage increase in January 2024, EK-5 agricultural insurance contributions are calculated based on a monthly premium payment of 6,900.86 TRY. If voluntary EK-5 social security premium payments are delayed, late interest will be applied. When insured under this scheme, the monthly premium must be paid continuously until the insured person becomes eligible … Read more

Türk-İş Announces July 2020 Poverty and Hunger Thresholds

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Türk-İş Announces Hunger and Poverty Thresholds According to research conducted by Türk-İş, the hunger and poverty thresholds for July 2020 have been released. The study finds that for July 2020 the hunger threshold for a family of four is 2,406.46 TL, while the poverty threshold is calculated at 7,838.62 TL. Türk-İş carries out this monthly … Read more

VakıfBank Mandatory Private Pension Cancellation & Withdrawal Guide

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Vakıfbank mandatory individual pension cancellation refers to the processes that terminate the use of individual retirement savings (BES) and can be carried out at Vakıfbank branches, via the internet branch, by SMS, or through the pension support line. How to Cancel Vakıfbank Mandatory BES via Internet Branch? Steps to cancel Vakıfbank BES through the internet … Read more

Missing Day Code in Short-Time Work Allowance

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Many businesses facing financial strain due to the coronavirus outbreak prefer to use short-time work allowance instead of terminating employees’ contracts. The previously announced short-time work allowance period, valid until August 31, 2020, was extended by two months, making the allowance effective through October 31, 2020. Employers are especially concerned about which absence code to … Read more

How Much Excused Leave Can Public Servants Use?

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Civil servants are entitled to various types of leave during their employment. Understanding how much leave for legitimate reasons they may use and under what conditions is important. In this article, we examine the situations and durations in which civil servants can take leave for justified reasons. The leave rights of civil servants are defined … Read more

Turkish Armed Forces Officer Recruitment — Applications Open Now

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The General Directorate of Personnel at the Ministry of National Defense has announced an officer recruitment for service within the Turkish Armed Forces. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria must submit their applications by December 11, 2020. What Are the Requirements to Become an Officer in the Turkish Armed Forces? Candidates wishing to serve as … Read more

When Is the 2020 Property Tax Due and How Is It Calculated?

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Payment options for 2020 property taxes are handled in two installments, due in May and November. Property owners can pay their tax at the municipality responsible for the area where the property is located. In addition, it is possible to pay property tax without visiting the municipality: payments can be made via PTT money transfer. … Read more