Life in Turkey

Turkish pension payments for March 2026 will begin on March 14, President Erdoğan announces. Ramadan holiday bonuses set at 4,000 lira. Full payment schedule for SSK, Bağ-Kur, and civil servants.

Turkey's parliament considers bill introducing 1–3 years prison for tattoos, piercings, Botox, and fillers on minors without parental consent. Proposed by MHP deputy to protect adolescents from permanent decisions.

Türkiye launches "İlacım Nerede?" (Where's My Medicine?) in e-Nabız. Users can check pharmacy stock for e-prescriptions, filter by location & hours, and get navigation directions—all in one app.

Türkiye bans single-use plastics including cutlery, plates, cups, and straws under Zero Waste initiative. Move aims to cut 1.5M tons CO₂ annually and save 1.5B liras in waste costs.

Türkiye bans hidden fees on online food delivery platforms. New rules require full commission transparency for restaurants and itemized pricing for customers. Deadline: April 1, 2026.

Compare current term deposit rates for a ₺500,000 investment over 32 days. See which Turkish banks offer the best returns, with DenizBank and QNB Finansbank leading at 40.25%. Includes net income and total maturity figures.

Karagöl Lake in Antalya, drained in the 1970s, has been restored by heavy rains. The event reveals ancient landscapes and the 2,500-year-old Kızılbel burial mound, whose wall paintings depict boats on the lake, confirming its historical and cultural significance.

Alanya launches its annual balcony and garden contest! Residents can apply until May 15 via online form, email, or WhatsApp. Two categories: Most Beautiful Balcony & Garden.