What is the process and eligibility criteria for taking bereavement leave in the Republic of Turkiye, and how is pay calculated?

In the Republic of Turkiye, bereavement leave is provided for a duration of 3 days and is fully paid. Eligibility for bereavement leave requires that the deceased be an immediate family member. This includes:

• Mother
• Father
• Sibling
• Child
• Wife
• Husband

To apply for bereavement leave, the supported employee must notify their employer and HR department about their leave request. The employer may also require supporting documents to process the bereavement leave request.

What are the guidelines for military service leave including length, eligibility, application rules, and pay calculation in the Republic of Turkiye?

In the Republic of Turkiye, the guidelines for military service leave involve several components:

• Eligibility: Employees are eligible for military service leave if they have been employed with an establishment for at least 1 year and are either called up by the military or choose to leave their job to fulfill statutory labor service obligations.

• Application Rules: Employees returning from military or statutory duties must apply for job vacancies within 2 months after completing such duties to receive priority in filling these positions.

• Length of Leave: Upon receiving the draft card for military service, the employee will receive a certificate and is required to resign. Following resignation, a severance payment is issued, but no notice payment is provided.