The SSI exit code reported by the employer when leaving the job directly affects the rights of the employee such as severance pay, notice pay and unemployment benefit. In this article, you can find out what exit codes mean, how they affect the rights of the employee and the current exit codes.

What is the SSI Dismissal Code?

The exit code is the official notification to the SSI system of a worker’s reason for leaving the job. This code is not just a number; it determines your reason for leaving your job and therefore your rights. An incorrectly chosen code can result in the loss of important rights such as compensation or unemployment benefits.

🔎 Legal Basis:

The basic premise of exit codes Labor Law No. 4857 and Law No. 5510 on Social Security and General Health Insuranceis.

In particular, Article 25 (paragraph II) of the LaborCode establishes the employer’s right of immediate termination for just cause and is the basis for exit codes 42-50.

Labor Law No. 4857 – Official Source

How Do Dismissal Codes Affect Workers’ Rights?

Exit code;

• Whether you are entitled to severance pay,
• Whether you can get severance pay,
• It directly affects whether you can apply for unemployment benefits.

For example:

• In cases of unfair termination(Code 04), you are entitled to both severance and unemployment benefits.
• If you left voluntarily(Code 03), you usually do not have these rights.

Dismissal Codes and Their Meanings

Below you will find explanations of the most frequently used SSI exit codes and a short example for each code.

Note Code 29 was abolished in 2021. Codes 42-50 are now used depending on the type of violation.

Legal Basis for Codes 42-50

Among the exit codes are codes 42 to 50, Article 25, paragraph II of the Labor Law No. 4857 arranged.

Here, the employee’s behaviors contrary to the rules of morality and good faith are defined in detail.

For example:

• Code 42: Employee misleading the employer
• Code 45: Coming to work drunk or under the influence of drugs
• Code 46: Theft or breach of trust

These codes do not entitle the worker to severance pay and unemployment benefits.

Under Which Dismissal Code Can I Receive Severance Pay?

Codes and explanations for severance pay:

• 04 – Termination by the employer without just cause
• 05 – Termination of a fixed-term employment contract
• 08 – Leaving work due to retirement (old age) or lump sum payment
• 12 – Leaving work due to military service
• 13 – Resignation of a female worker due to marriage (within 1 year)
• 15 – Collective dismissal of workers
• 17 – Closure of the workplace
• 18 – Termination of work
• 23 – Termination by the worker for compelling reasons
• 24 – Termination by the worker for health reasons
• 25 – Termination by the employee due to bad behavior of the employer
• 27 – Termination by the employer for compelling reasons (e.g. detention)

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Under Which Dismissal Code Can I Receive Unemployment Benefit?

Codes and descriptions of the unemployment benefit you can receive:

• 04 – Termination by the employer without just cause
• 05 – Termination of a fixed-term employment contract
• 12 – Leaving work due to military service
• 15 – Collective dismissal of workers
• 17 – Closure of the workplace
• 18 – Termination of work
• 23 – Termination by the worker for compelling reasons
• 24 – Termination by the worker for health reasons
• 25 – Termination by the employee due to bad behavior of the employer
• 27 – Termination by the employer for compelling reasons (e.g. due to detention)
• 31 – Termination due to strike, lockout or legislation against the employee’s own will and fault
• 32 – Termination of employment contract due to privatization
• 34 – Termination due to transfer or change in the nature of the workplace

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What to do if the Exit Code is incorrect?

An incorrect exit code may cause victimization.

In this case:

1. Contact the employer and request a correction in writing.
2. A complaint can be filed with the SSI.
3. It can be corrected through mediation or litigation.

The SSI Circulars No. 2021/9 and 2020/20 regulate that mediation and court decisions can be used to correct exit codes.

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Conclusion Don’t Neglect to Know Your Rights!

The exit code directly affects a worker’s future.

Incorrect coding can lead to the loss of important rights such as compensation and unemployment benefits. It is therefore important to carefully check the exit code you are given when you leave your job and know your rights.

📌 Be sure to check the exit code you were given when you left your job.

📌 If you know your rights, you will not be victimized.

📌 If you think there is a mistake, do not hesitate to seek professional support.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How can I find out my exit code?

A: You can find out your exit code by checking your SSI service document via E-Devlet.

S: Can’t I get unemployment benefits because of an incorrect exit code?

A: Yes, an incorrect exit code can prevent you from receiving unemployment benefits. However, you can get it corrected by following the steps mentioned above.

S: Which exit codes are ineligible for unemployment benefits?

A: Generally, unemployment benefits are not available in cases where the worker quits voluntarily or the employer terminates for just cause (e.g. code 03 or 29).

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