Global EOR Services in Turkey
Find, Hire & Pay Employees in Turkey
Global Employer of Record (EOR) services in Turkey offer a seamless solution for companies aiming to hire employees in the region without setting up a local legal entity. By managing compliance, payroll, taxation, and employee benefits in accordance with Turkey regulations, Global EOR services enable businesses to focus on growth while navigating the complexities of local labor laws with ease.
Why Use Global EOR Services in Turkey?
An EOR in Turkey allows foreign companies to hire local talent without establishing a legal entity. The EOR:
Becomes the official employer of record for local compliance
Prepares bilingual employment contracts (Turkish + English)
Registers employees for social security and tax
Runs payroll in TRY, managing all withholdings
Administers statutory benefits and leave
Manages lawful termination and severance procedures
Ensures compliance with Turkey’s Labor Law (No. 4857) and related regulations
🇹🇷 Turkey: Country Overview
Turkey, straddling Europe and Asia, is a dynamic and strategic economy known for its large population, industrial strength, and growing tech sector. The country offers a skilled, cost-competitive workforce and serves as a key trade gateway between Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia. Turkey’s government actively encourages foreign investment, although employers must navigate complex labor, tax, and social security regulations.
Capital: Ankara
Largest city: Istanbul
Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY)
Population: ~85 million
Official language: Turkish
Main industries: Automotive, textiles, machinery, electronics, construction, agriculture, tourism, defense
Main exports: Vehicles, machinery, textiles, electronics, steel, agricultural products
Main trading partners: EU, Russia, China, U.S., UK
Employment Laws and Policies
Turkey’s employment framework is mainly governed by:
Labor Law No. 4857 (2003)
Social Insurance and General Health Insurance Law No. 5510
Occupational Health and Safety Law No. 6331
📄 Employment Contracts
Must be in writing for contracts longer than 1 month.
Contracts specify role, salary, work hours, benefits, leave, termination conditions.
Types:
Indefinite-term contract (default)
Fixed-term contract (only allowed for specific, temporary work)
🕰 Working Hours
Standard: 45 hours/week (typically distributed over 5 or 6 days)
Overtime: Capped at 270 hours/year; paid at 1.5x or compensated with time off
🌴 Leave Entitlements
Annual leave:
14 days (1-5 years’ service)
20 days (5-15 years)
26 days (15+ years)
Sick leave: Paid via Social Security after a 2-day waiting period; employer may provide advance payment
Maternity leave: 16 weeks (8 before + 8 after birth) at full pay via social insurance
Paternity leave: 5 days paid
Public holidays: 14 official holidays
💸 Payroll, Taxes & Contributions
Personal income tax: Progressive 15% to 40%
Employer contributions: ~22.5% of gross salary (social security, unemployment insurance, etc.)
Employee contributions: ~15% of gross salary
Minimum wage (2024): TRY 17,002.12 gross/month (subject to annual adjustment)
Payroll must be processed in TRY, with filings to Social Security Institution (SGK) and tax authorities.
🏥 Health & Safety
Employers must:
Provide a safe workplace
Appoint occupational health and safety officers (mandatory based on company size and risk level)
Provide training and PPE
⚠ Termination & Severance
Notice period:
2 weeks (0-6 months)
4 weeks (6-18 months)
6 weeks (1.5-3 years)
8 weeks (3+ years)
Severance pay: 30 days’ gross salary per year of service (pro-rated) for employees with ≥1 year tenure, paid on redundancy, retirement, or certain other terminations
Termination must follow legal grounds; unfair dismissal claims can be pursued in labor courts.
⚖ Non-Discrimination
Discrimination based on language, race, sex, political opinion, religion, or similar grounds is prohibited.
Equal pay for equal work is legally required.
Opening a Legal Entity in Turkey
Common structures:
Limited Liability Company (LLC / Ltd. Şti.)
Joint Stock Company (A.Ş.)
Branch office
Liaison office (non-commercial)
👉 Setup steps:
Company name reservation
Register with Trade Registry
Obtain tax ID, social security registration
Open a local bank account.
⏱ Timeline: 2-6 weeks
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