2026 Temporary Incapacity Allowance and Work Accident Rights
All curious financial details regarding the temporary incapacity allowance, work accident notification periods, and insured employees' rights valid in 2026 have become clear.
The temporary incapacity allowance amounts for 2026, along with the rights of insured employees who suffer work accidents and the responsibilities of employers, have been determined. In the event of 100% incapacity, the permanent incapacity income for a minimum-wage worker is applied as 23,121 TL.
Actions to Take After a Work Accident
The insured employee who has suffered the accident is obliged to report the situation immediately to their employer. The employer, on the other hand, is required to report the incident to law enforcement agencies and the Social Security Institution within three business days.
Rights of the Worker Who Suffered a Work Accident
Temporary incapacity allowance is paid to employees who suffer a work accident. While permanent incapacity income is granted to those who lose at least 10 percent of their earning capacity in the profession, necessary support is also provided to the beneficiaries of those who lose their lives.
How Hospital Expenses are Covered
The employer is obliged to immediately provide the medical services required by the health condition of their injured employee. Documented health expenses incurred for this purpose are covered by the Social Security Institution.
2026 Temporary Incapacity Allowance Amounts
The daily temporary incapacity allowance is calculated over the lower limit of daily earnings subject to premiums in 2026. Within this scope, the lowest daily allowance has been determined as 550.50 TL for inpatient treatment and 734 TL for outpatient treatment.
Occupational Health and Safety Penalties
Administrative fines are applied in cases where work accidents are not reported within legal periods or where occupational health and safety measures are not taken. For the year 2026, these fines range from a minimum of 44,443 TL to a maximum of 133,000 TL.
Permanent Incapacity Income Amounts
The permanent incapacity income is 23,121 TL per month for minimum-wage earners in the event of 100% incapacity of the insured. If the degree of incapacity is 50 percent, this payment is made as 11,550 TL.