Ankara, October 9, 2024
Turkey’s Minister of Family and Social Services, Mahinur Göktaş, announced today that applications for the newly introduced birth assistance program are now open through the e-Government (e-Devlet) portal. The initiative, launched under President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s declaration of 2025 as the "Year of the Family," aims to bolster support for growing families.
The regulation, approved by the Turkish Grand National Assembly on March 27, guarantees financial aid to families starting with their first child. Göktaş emphasized that applications will primarily be processed digitally but added that citizens unable to access the e-Government platform can seek assistance at provincial Family and Social Services offices.
Key Details of the Birth Assistance Program:
Eligibility: Families with children born on or after January 1, 2025, will qualify, with no additional criteria required.
Payment Structure:
First child: A one-time payment of 5,000 Turkish lira.
Second child: Monthly support of 1,500 lira.
Third and subsequent children: Monthly payments of 5,000 lira per child.
Duration: Benefits will continue until each child reaches the age of five.
Göktaş highlighted the program’s long-term vision, stating, “This support reflects our commitment to empowering families and ensuring children thrive in their formative years.” The funds will be deposited directly into mothers’ bank accounts.
The move aligns with Turkey’s efforts to address demographic challenges and strengthen social welfare systems ahead of the designated "Family Year 2025."
