SSI and Notification Obligations After Turquoise Card

Foreigners holding a Turquoise Card are subject to Social Security Institution (SSI) obligations while benefiting from the rights provided by an indefinite work permit. According to the legislation, the responsibilities of both the foreign employee and the employer are clearly defined.

Legal Framework

The social security obligations of Turquoise Card holders are carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Social Security and General Health Insurance Law No. 5510. In addition, international social security agreements to which Turkey is a party are reserved.

Source: Turquoise Card Rights and Obligations

SSI Coverage

• Turquoise Card holders are subject to the same compulsory insurance schemes as Turkish citizens.
• Employers are obliged to make SSI premium notifications for the foreigners they employ.
• If the foreigner is self-employed in Turkey, he/she pays SSI premiums on his/her own behalf.

Notification Obligations

• Employers are obliged to notify the employment of the foreign employee to the e-Government / SSI system within the legal deadlines.
• Leaves of employment, changes in duties or changes in working conditions must be reported separately to the Social Security Institution.
• In case of a change in the Turquoise Card status of the foreigner (cancellation, transition period registration, etc.), a notification must be made.

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Employer’s Responsibilities

• Premium payments: Must be paid on time and in full.
• Occupational health and safety obligations: Applied in the same way as for Turkish employees.
• Presenting documents during inspections: Turquoise Card and insurance documents must be submitted in SSI or Ministry audits.

For detailed rights and obligations see. Turquoise Card Rights and Obligations

Cautionary Points for Turquoise Card Holders

• Registration with the SSI and premium payments can be continuously audited.
• Changes in employment or residence status must be reported without delay.
• Social security rights (pension, health care, work accident insurance) are protected in the same way as for Turkish citizens.

SSS

If the Turquoise Card holder is self-employed, how does he/she register with the SSI?

The self-employed foreigner registers and pays premiums in his/her own name within the scope of 4B (Bağ-Kur).

Is the situation different for those from countries that have a social security agreement with Turkey?

Yes. Conventions to which Turkey is a party take precedence; the provisions of the conventions are applied in accordance with Turkish legislation.

What happens if the employer fails to notify the SSI?

The employer is liable for both administrative fines and premium debts.

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