How to Tell if Your Social Security Contributions Are Underpaid

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There are many regulations in our country that define the rights and obligations of employees and employers. These rules clearly outline responsibilities within the workplace and set firm boundaries regarding social insurance status. Employees pay close attention to their insurance coverage among workplace health and safety conditions. Through this insurance they can access health services … Read more

Driver’s License Exam Dates 2026: Schedule & Registration Deadlines

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The Ministry of National Education announced the driving license exam dates for Motor Vehicle Driver Licenses. In 2016 the first exam was held on February 13, 2016, with the final registration deadline set as January 1, 2016. Throughout the year exams were scheduled roughly two months apart, so plan your preparation accordingly. The nearest Motor … Read more

Book an Appointment at Ankara Ulus State Hospital (MHRS)

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Making an MHRS appointment at Ankara Ulus State Hospital requires first logging into the MHRS system. When you open the page, you will first be asked which city’s hospitals you want to book from. Select Ankara. After that, a list of hospitals in Ankara appears on the screen. Click the listed hospital you want. Up … Read more

Book an Appointment at Alanya State Hospital via MHRS

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How to make an appointment at Alanya State Hospital begins by logging into the MHRS system. On the login screen, a form will guide you through the process. For the Antalya Alanya State Hospital appointment, first check whether your record exists in the system. If you have never booked a hospital appointment through MHRS before, … Read more

How Foreigners Can Access Healthcare in Turkey: 2025 Requirements

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Turkey provides a wide range of healthcare services and can meet the health needs of both locals and foreigners. However, how foreigners living in Turkey or those who visit for short or long periods can access healthcare services depends on many details. As of 2025, the conditions under which foreigners who reside in Turkey or … Read more

Can Contracted Staff with Permanent Posts Retire Under Civil Servant Status?

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Can contracted personnel who have been placed into staffed positions retire under civil servant status? This question has become one of the most frequently asked topics among public employees in recent years. In Turkey, retirement rights of both staffed (permanent) and contracted personnel are governed in detail by the 657 State Civil Servants Law, the … Read more

What to Watch for When Signing an Employment Contract

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Today, many people sign an employment contract with their employer when they start a job. Before signing, it is important to ensure that the clauses are correctly included and that the conditions are appropriate. In this article we will examine what to pay attention to in employment contracts. First, let us define what an employment … Read more

What Is KOSGEB Rent Support, Who Qualifies and How to Apply

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KOSGEB rent support is an incentive offered to entrepreneurs who are starting a new business or seeking to expand an existing enterprise. KOSGEB, which supports small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Turkey, provides not only training and consultancy but also financial contributions to entrepreneurs. Among the supports, assistance for rent expenses—one of the largest cost … Read more

BAĞKUR Retirement Eligibility & Calculator by Gender

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The conditions for BAĞ-KUR (self-employed) retirement for men and women vary depending on the date they started paying into the system. BAĞ-KUR insured persons pay their own contributions to the Social Security Institution and, as a result, benefit from state-provided health and retirement services. These are independent professionals who work on their own behalf without … Read more

Do Public Holidays Count Toward Notice Periods?

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The notice period remains valid during official holidays. There is no day when the notice period does not apply. Whether it is a weekend or a religious or national holiday, any day that could be considered a holiday is still counted as part of the notice period. Notice is measured in calendar days, not only … Read more