This unemployment benefit calculator, provided by Hesapstan, estimates işsizlik maaşı in Turkey based on the last 4 months’ gross earnings and premium days. The result is informational and does not replace İŞKUR’s official eligibility decision.
What is unemployment benefit in Turkey?
Unemployment benefit, called işsizlik ödeneği or işsizlik maaşı in Turkish, is paid by İŞKUR to insured employees who become unemployed outside their own will and fault, provided that legal premium and application conditions are met.
The practical question is usually: “How much unemployment benefit can I receive?” or “Do I qualify for İŞKUR unemployment benefit?” This page explains both the amount and the main conditions.
- Estimate unemployment benefit from the last 4 months’ gross wage
- Understand 2026 minimum and maximum benefit amounts
- See how premium days affect payment duration
- Review basic İŞKUR eligibility conditions
- Plan financially after job termination
The calculator estimates the amount only. Eligibility depends on termination reason, SGK exit code, premium days, last 120 days condition, application timing and İŞKUR review.
How much is unemployment benefit in 2026?
For 2026, unemployment benefit is calculated as 40% of the average gross earnings subject to premium over the last 4 months. However, the amount cannot exceed 80% of the monthly gross minimum wage. Stamp tax is deducted from the payable amount.
- 2026 gross minimum wage: 33,030.00 TRY
- Gross benefit for a minimum-wage worker: 13,212.00 TRY
- Payable amount after stamp tax: 13,111.72 TRY
- 2026 gross upper benefit limit: 26,424.00 TRY
- Maximum payable amount after stamp tax: 26,223.44 TRY
İŞKUR’s 2026 examples show 13,111.72 TRY payable after stamp tax for a worker earning minimum wage in the last 4 months, and 26,223.44 TRY for a worker with 80,000 TRY gross earnings due to the upper limit.
How is unemployment benefit calculated?
The calculation is based on average gross earnings subject to premium in the last 4 months before termination. Net salary is not the main basis.
- Identify the last 4 months’ gross earnings subject to premium.
- Calculate their monthly average.
- Take 40% of the average gross amount.
- Apply the upper limit if the result exceeds 80% of gross minimum wage.
- Deduct stamp tax.
- Find the estimated monthly unemployment benefit.
Monthly unemployment benefit is approximately 40% of the last 4 months’ average gross earnings, capped at 80% of gross minimum wage, then reduced by stamp tax.
What are the eligibility conditions?
The benefit is not determined by amount calculation alone. İŞKUR checks several conditions before approving payment.
- Be unemployed outside one’s own will and fault
- Be under an employment contract in the last 120 days before termination
- Have at least 600 days of unemployment insurance premium in the last 3 years
- Apply to İŞKUR within 30 days after termination
- Have an SGK exit code compatible with unemployment benefit
The SGK exit code can directly affect unemployment benefit. If the code is wrong or the termination reason is disputed, the benefit may be rejected even when the amount calculation looks correct.
How long is unemployment benefit paid?
The payment duration depends on unemployment insurance premium days in the last 3 years before termination.
- 600 premium days: 180 days of benefit
- 900 premium days: 240 days of benefit
- 1080 premium days: 300 days of benefit
Application should be made within 30 days after termination. If there is no force majeure reason, delayed days may be deducted from the total entitlement period.
How to use the calculator
- Enter your last 4 months’ gross wages or average monthly gross wage.
- Select unemployment insurance premium days in the last 3 years.
- Check termination date and application timing.
- Run the calculation.
- Review estimated monthly benefit and payment duration.
- Use the result as an estimate, not as an official İŞKUR decision.
For other employment termination calculations, you may also need the Severance Pay Calculator, Notice Pay Calculator and Annual Leave Pay Calculator.
Common mistakes
- Calculating from net salary instead of gross earnings
- Using only the last salary instead of the last 4 months’ average
- Ignoring the 600 premium day condition
- Forgetting the last 120 days condition
- Ignoring the SGK exit code
- Missing the 30-day application period
- Forgetting the 80% gross minimum wage cap
- Treating an online estimate as İŞKUR’s official decision
Unemployment benefit is not only a wage formula. Termination reason and insurance history can be as important as the calculated amount.
When should İŞKUR or a professional be consulted?
If the termination reason, SGK exit code or premium days are unclear, the calculator is not enough. İŞKUR or a professional should be consulted.
- You are not sure about the SGK exit code
- Resignation or dismissal reason is disputed
- The employer reported a different termination reason
- Premium day count is unclear
- You will apply after the 30-day period
- Your unemployment benefit application was rejected
This calculator does not replace İŞKUR’s official review. The final result depends on the official application and registered records.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is unemployment benefit calculated in Turkey?
It is generally calculated as 40% of the average gross earnings subject to premium over the last 4 months, capped at 80% of gross minimum wage, with stamp tax deducted.
What is the minimum unemployment benefit in Turkey in 2026?
In İŞKUR’s 2026 example, a worker who earned minimum wage in the last 4 months receives 13,111.72 TRY after stamp tax.
What is the maximum unemployment benefit in Turkey in 2026?
Due to the upper cap, the 2026 maximum payable amount after stamp tax is shown as 26,223.44 TRY.
How many months is unemployment benefit paid?
Based on premium days in the last 3 years: 600 days gives 180 days, 900 days gives 240 days, and 1080 days gives 300 days of benefit.
Can someone who resigns receive unemployment benefit?
The general condition is being unemployed outside one’s own will and fault. Resignation or justified termination must be evaluated through the SGK exit code and legal circumstances.