Cost of Hiring an Employee in Turkey 2026
Total employer cost beyond gross salary — social contributions and statutory benefits.
Employer cost calculator for Turkey
Annual gross: TRY 100,000
Employer cost in Turkey
22.8% on top of gross salary
~ TRY 10,229 /mo · +22.8% vs gross
Employer rates as of 2025-01. View source
What this rate covers
Mandatory employer social contributions in Turkey, by component.
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Employer contribution rate at TRY 100,000 gross, head to head.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to hire an employee in Turkey?
On a TRY 100,000 gross salary in Turkey, total employer cost is about TRY 122,750 — roughly 22.8% on top of gross in mandatory social contributions, before bonuses and statutory benefits.
What are employer social contributions in Turkey?
Employers in Turkey pay 22.75% of gross salary toward mandatory social funds — pension, health, unemployment and related schemes — separately from the employee's own deductions.
Is there a cap on employer contributions in Turkey?
Yes. In Turkey, employer social contributions are levied up to an annual ceiling of TRY 2,340,497; above it the marginal cost drops.
Does this include income tax?
No. This page shows employer-side social contributions only. For employee income tax, social security and take-home pay, use the country tax calculator.
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