When it comes to healthcare matters, you will be glad to know that Turkey offers universal health insurance under the name Genel Sağlık Sigortası (GSS), a healthcare scheme created by the Turkish Social Security Institution (SGK) in 2003. According to Article 60 of the Turkish Constitution, every individual is entitled...
This article will explore why you need travel insurance, especially during a pandemic, standard exclusions in policies, and some misconceptions regarding coverage.
Why do I Need Travel Insurance?
It is a significant risk to travel without insurance, significantly when an increased chance may disrupt your travel or fall sick from...
As the world looks to reopen thanks to COVID-19 vaccines slowly, countries are trying their very best to implement and speed up nationwide vaccination programs to decrease the burden on health systems, protect those at a higher risk and restore a sense of normalcy.
Turkey has played its part...
Understand How Health Care Policies Work in Turkey
The "Foreigners and International Asylum Law," which entered into force in 2014, made medical insurance a prerequisite for issuing residence permits to foreigners.
The "My Health" product we developed per the regulations provides 7/24 coverage for the...
Accessing healthcare services in Turkey as a foreigner
Health insurance and accessing healthcare services are some of the biggest concerns you'll have when moving to a new country. Let this serve as a guide for all things healthcare in Turkey.
Do I have social security/healthcare rights in...
The standard healthcare in turkey varies depending on your location and whether you are using the public or private system. While cheaper than most of its European counterparts, the quality of public healthcare in turkey isn’t as high. However, turkey is fast becoming known for its growth in cosmetic...
