Turkish Employment & Social Security Legislation

Key legislation affecting employers, payroll, social security and employment practices in Turkey.

01

Social Insurance and General Health Insurance Law No. 5510

The main framework governing social security registration, contribution obligations, insured employees, contribution bases and employer responsibilities in Turkey.

02

Turkish Labor Law No. 4857

Key rules on employment contracts, working time, wages, overtime, annual leave, termination and employer obligations.

03

International Workforce Law No. 6735

Rules governing work permits, exemptions and employment of foreign nationals in Turkey.

04

Unemployment Insurance Law No. 4447

Rules relating to unemployment insurance and various employment and social security incentive mechanisms.

05

Occupational Health and Safety Law No. 6331

Core employer obligations relating to occupational health and safety, workplace risks and preventive measures.

01Social Insurance and General Health Insurance Law No. 5510

Core reference for SGK registration, insured earnings, contributions and employer duties.

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02Turkish Labor Law No. 4857

Key rules on employment contracts, working time, wages, overtime, annual leave, termination and employer obligations.

03International Workforce Law No. 6735

Rules governing work permits, exemptions and employment of foreign nationals in Turkey.

04Unemployment Insurance Law No. 4447

Rules relating to unemployment insurance and various employment and social security incentive mechanisms.

05Occupational Health and Safety Law No. 6331

Core employer obligations relating to occupational health and safety, workplace risks and preventive measures.