Key Points
- Turkey increased the country’s minimum monthly wage requirements for foreign nationals holding work permits on 1 July 2023
Overview
The government of Turkey increased the country’s minimum wage on 1 July 2023. As a result, the gross monthly minimum wage will increase to TRY 13,414.50, and the net minimum monthly wage will increase to TRY 11,402.32. The minimum salary requirements will differ based on position:
- High-level managers: paid 6.5 times the minimum wage (TRY 87,194.25 gross per month).
- Department managers, engineers or architects: cannot be paid less than four times the minimum wage (TRY 5,300 gross per month).
- Positions requiring expertise: paid three times the minimum wage (TRY 40,50 gross per month).
- All others (for example sales officers and low-level marketing officers): paid 1.5 times the minimum wage TRY 20,121.75 gross per month).
What are the Changes?
The government of Turkey will increase the country’s minimum wage on 1 July 2023. According to the government announcement, the increase is a result of inflation rates throughout the country.
Looking Ahead
Continue to check the government of Turkey’s website and Envoy’s website for the latest updates and information.
Content in this publication is for informational purposes only and not intended as legal advice, nor should it be relied on as such. For additional information on the issues discussed, consult an attorney at one of the two U.S. Law Firms working with the Envoy Platform or another qualified professional. On non-U.S. immigration issues, consult an Envoy global immigration service provider or another qualified representative.
