25.02.2025 17:11
One of the most curious issues before the Ramadan Feast in 2025 is whether there will be an increase in the holiday bonuses for retirees. While different statements have come from the government regarding the matter, experts have also warned those who will apply for retirement, saying, "If you want to receive the holiday bonus, remember that you need to submit your application by February 28."
Retirees are closely following statements regarding whether there will be an increase in the holiday bonus before Ramadan Bayram. Payments are made to eligible individuals, including retirees from SSK, Bağ-Kur, and the Pension Fund, as well as widows and orphans, based on their share ratio.
HOW MUCH WILL THE HOLIDAY BONUS BE?
The holiday bonuses, paid twice a year, are automatically deposited into accounts in addition to the retirement salary. Following the 15.75% increase in retirement salaries as of 2024, the amount of the holiday bonus is among the most curious topics... Minister of Labor and Social Security Vedat Işıkhan stated that they would work on the holiday bonus for retirees. However, Minister Işıkhan, who said, "It's too early to mention a figure," pointed out that the issue has not yet been clarified.
According to the news in Ekonomim; SGK expert Emin Yılmaz, in his statement regarding the holiday bonus for retirees, predicted how much the 2025 holiday bonus could reach due to inflation rates. Yılmaz said, "A series of programs are being implemented in response to the ongoing fight against inflation. If a regulation is made, there will be a certain cost for the improvement that will be made for our 16 million 600 thousand retirees."
ESTIMATES FOR THE HOLIDAY BONUS
SGK expert Yılmaz stated that the holiday bonus for 2025 could be at the following levels based on inflation rates:
- When the target inflation for 2025 is 24%, the current bonus of 3,000 TL could rise to 3,720 TL.
- When the inflation for the second period of 2024 is calculated at 15.75%, the bonus amount could be 3,472.5 TL.
- Considering the annual inflation rate of 44.38% for 2024, the bonus could reach levels of 4,331.40 TL.
- Taking into account the 50% increase rate from previous years, it could be possible for it to be 4,500 TL.
- Yılmaz stated that the strongest estimate would be between 3,500 TL and 4,000 TL.
WHO CAN RECEIVE THE HOLIDAY BONUS?
Holiday bonuses are paid not only to retirees but also to a number of groups. With the law numbered 7143 that came into effect in 2018, groups eligible for the holiday bonus include relatives of martyrs, combat veterans, civilians harmed by terrorism, eligible heirs, and champion athletes. SGK expert Yılmaz stated, "Holiday bonuses are also paid to those receiving income and monthly payments from SGK, in addition to those receiving retirement pensions. Additionally, the heirs of the deceased can also benefit from this bonus based on their share ratio."
THOSE WHO APPLY FOR RETIREMENT IN MARCH...
Those who apply for retirement in March will not be able to benefit from the Ramadan Bayram bonus. SGK expert Emin Yılmaz stated, "If you apply in March, you will not be able to receive the holiday bonus because your pension will be granted in April. If you want to receive the holiday bonus, remember that you need to apply by February 28."
WHEN WILL THE RAMADAN BAYRAM BONUS BE PAID?
This year, Ramadan Bayram will be celebrated on March 30. Retirees will receive their bonuses a week before the holiday, on March 23-24. With the 50% increase made last year, the bonus was raised to 3,000 TL and paid a total of 6,000 TL. The current applicable amount is at this level.