EOR in Türkiye
Employer of Record in Türkiye.
Employ talent in Turkey without setting up a local entity.
- Fast and compliant employee onboarding
- Turkish payroll, tax & SGK administration
- Transparent monthly EOR pricing
- Work-permit support for foreign employees
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Employment in Turkey
Employ in Turkey without establishing a local entity
Gini Talent enables international companies to employ workers in Turkey without establishing a Turkish legal entity.
As the local legal employer, Gini manages employment administration in line with Turkish requirements, including local employment documentation, monthly payroll, applicable payroll taxes and SGK (Social Security Institution) administration, while you manage the employee’s day-to-day work.
Türkiye at a glance
Country essentials and economic context.
Country profile
Economic indicators
Employment essentials
Choose a topic to explore local employment requirements.
Core rules under Labor Law No. 4857.
Public holidays in Türkiye
There are 15.5 public holidays in Türkiye. Religious holidays follow the lunar calendar and their dates may vary each year.
- 1JanNew Year’s Day1 January
- 23AprNational Sovereignty and Children’s Day23 April
- 1MayLabour and Solidarity Day1 May
- 19MayCommemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day19 May
- VariesRamadan Feast (Eid al-Fitr)3.5 days (dates vary each year)
- 15JulDemocracy and National Unity Day15 July
- 30AugVictory Day30 August
- 28–29OctRepublic Day28 October (from 13:00)
29 October - VariesSacrifice Feast (Eid al-Adha)4.5 days (dates vary each year)
Religious holidays (Ramadan Feast and Sacrifice Feast) follow the lunar calendar and their dates may vary each year.
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Included
What’s included in your EOR service?
Employment administration and support for your team in Turkey.
Turkish Employment Contracts & Onboarding
Preparation of employment contracts under Turkish Labor Law No. 4857, employee onboarding and mandatory SGK employment registration.
Monthly Payroll in Turkey
Gross-to-net salary calculations, payslips, statutory deductions and monthly payroll processing in Turkish lira.
SGK (Social Security Institution) Registration & Contributions
Employee registration and ongoing processing of applicable social security and unemployment insurance contributions.
Turkish Payroll Tax Compliance
Administration of employee income tax, stamp tax and applicable monthly withholding and social security declarations.
Leave & Benefits Administration
Management of statutory annual leave, maternity, paternity and sick leave, together with agreed employee benefits.
Employee Records & Data Protection
Maintenance of legally required employee personnel files and HR documentation, with personal data handled in accordance with Turkey’s Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (KVKK).
Local HR & Labor Law Support
Ongoing assistance with Turkish employment regulations, employee relations and day-to-day HR administration.
Termination & Final Settlement
Coordination of notice requirements, applicable severance payments, unused leave compensation and mandatory SGK exit notifications.
EOR vs Local Entity in Turkey
| Factor | EOR | Local Entity |
|---|---|---|
| Setup Time | 1-3 business days | Longer setup, including SGK & tax registration |
| Setup Cost | Low (no share capital) | TRY 50,000+ share capital |
| Compliance | Turkish labor law & SGK managed | Direct compliance responsibility |
| Payroll | TRY payroll & taxes managed | In-house or outsourced |
| Employment Risk | Statutory employer obligations managed | Direct employer liability |
| Scalability | Employ without local entity | Local entity required |
Hiring
Hiring & Compliance in Turkey
Key legal and regulatory considerations for international employers hiring in Turkey.
Work permits & hiring foreign employees
Work Permits & Hiring Foreign Employees
Foreign nationals generally require a valid work permit to work in Turkey, subject to applicable exemptions. Gini supports eligible work-permit applications, documentation, onboarding and renewals.
Employee classification
Employee vs Independent Contractor in Turkey
Under Turkish employment law, worker classification depends on the actual working relationship, including employer control and dependency. Misclassification may result in employment claims, SGK liabilities and tax exposure.
Compliance risks
Important Compliance Risks in Turkey
EOR arrangements do not eliminate all local compliance risks. International employers should consider permanent establishment exposure, intellectual property rights and employee data protection under Turkey’s Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (KVKK).
Employment Termination in Türkiye
Notice periods
Notice Periods
In Turkey, notice periods depend on the employee’s length of service and apply to both employer and employee terminations.
| Under 6 months | 2 weeks |
| 6 to under 18 months | 4 weeks |
| 18 months to 3 years | 6 weeks |
| Over 3 years | 8 weeks |
Severance
Severance Pay
Employees who qualify can receive severance of 30 days’ gross salary for each year of service, subject to the statutory ceiling. Gini calculates the applicable amount at offboarding.
Dismissal risk
Reinstatement & Dismissal Risk
Under Turkish Labor Law No. 4857, job-security protections generally apply to employees with at least six months of service in workplaces meeting the 30-employee threshold. Dismissals covered by these rules require a valid reason and may lead to reinstatement claims.
Leave
Unused Annual Leave
Unused statutory annual leave is paid out with the final settlement. The balance is calculated from the employee’s accrued entitlement.
Offboarding
Documentation & Final Settlement
Gini prepares the termination documents, final payroll, SGK exit and the employee settlement so the employment closes in line with Turkish requirements.
Customer success
Success story: 15 senior engineers in 4 weeks
A leading French company employed 15 senior engineers in Turkey through Gini EOR. All candidates shortlisted in 8 days, 100% hire success, and 100% 6-month retention.
“Gini made it simple to hire and employ top talent in Türkiye.”
Tech CompanyHead of People
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