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Guides and explanations on new Turkish laws and regulations.
October 12, 2026Maternity Pay (SGK Allowance) Conditions in Turkey: The 90-Day Premium RuleMaternity pay conditions in Turkey: 90 days of premiums in the year before birth. How daily earnings are found, what if fewer than 180 days, how many days…October 12, 2026How Many Days and Weeks Is Maternity Leave in Turkey? 2026 (24 Weeks = 168 Days)How long is maternity leave in Turkey? 24 weeks, or 168 days: 8 weeks before and 16 after birth. 26 weeks (182 days) for multiple pregnancy. Table and…October 12, 2026Unpaid Leave After Maternity Leave in Turkey: Up to 6 MonthsAfter maternity leave you may request up to six months of unpaid leave in Turkey. Who can use it, when it starts and how to find the latest…October 12, 2026Maternity Leave After an Early Birth in Turkey: How Is It Calculated?If the baby is born early your maternity leave in Turkey is not shortened: unused pre-birth days are added after birth. Calculation and example.October 12, 2026Working Until Birth in Turkey: The 2-Week Rule and How Days Are MovedWith your doctor's approval you may work until 2 weeks before birth in Turkey. How are the days you work added to leave after birth? Example.October 12, 2026Maternity Leave for Twins and Multiple Pregnancy in Turkey: 26 WeeksMaternity leave for multiple pregnancy in Turkey: 10 weeks before and 16 weeks after birth, 26 weeks in total. Table, example and unpaid leave.October 12, 2026How to Calculate Maternity Leave Start and End Dates in Turkey (24 Weeks)How to calculate maternity leave start and end dates in Turkey: it starts 56 days before the due date and ends 111 days after birth. Step by step…October 12, 2026New Obligations for Gaming Platforms in Turkey: Ratings and Parental ControlsThe new Turkish law requires gaming platforms to rate games, provide parental controls and appoint a local representative. Penalties and effective date.October 12, 2026What Is the Separated Service? Social Media Changes for Ages 15-17 in TurkeyWhat is the separated service for ages 15-17 in Turkey? Private accounts, no live streaming, limited messaging and parental controls.October 12, 2026Parents’ Guide to Turkey’s Social Media Age Limit of 15: What to DoTurkey's social media age limit of 15 starts on 1 November 2026. Parental control tools in the law and a practical preparation checklist for parents.