QWhat is the minimum wage for professional drivers in Turkey in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, the minimum wage for professional drivers in Turkey is 23,450 Turkish Lira per month as of 1 January 2026. Overtime pay is set at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 45 hours per week. Night shift drivers receive an additional 15% premium on base pay.
QWhat driving licence categories and experience are required for truck driver jobs in Turkey?
As per the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, applicants for truck driver roles must hold a valid CE category licence and have at least 2 years of documented professional driving experience. A valid SRC 3 or SRC 4 certificate is mandatory for vehicles over 3.5 tonnes.
QWhich documents are needed to apply for a driver position through İŞKUR in Turkey?
As per the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, applicants must submit a valid driving licence, criminal record certificate, health report from an authorised hospital, and SRC certificate when registering on İŞKUR. Applications must be completed online before 31 December 2026 for the current recruitment cycle.
QWhat are the legal working hours and annual leave for drivers in Turkey?
As per the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, drivers are limited to 9 hours daily and 45 hours weekly under the 2026 regulation. Employees receive 14 days of paid annual leave after the first year and 20 days after five years of service.