Retirees Anticipate Holiday Bonus: Numbers on the Table

The eyes of millions of retirees are now on the holiday bonuses. The percentage of increase for the 3,000 lira bonuses is eagerly awaited. Here are the scenarios regarding the 2025 holiday bonuses… Millions of retirees are eagerly anticipating the holiday bonuses. It is expected that the topic of holiday bonuses will be discussed at the Economy Coordination Board meeting. The Board will convene in Giresun on February 21st. The Minister of Labor and Social Security, Mr. Işıkhan, had previously stated that it is still too early to determine the figure. Retirees will receive their holiday bonuses this year in March and June. Those receiving retirement, old age, and disability pensions from SSK and Bağ-Kur institutions will benefit from the scheme. Individuals who become eligible for retirement as of March 1st will also receive the bonus. It is expected that retiree bonuses will be deposited into accounts by March 28th at the latest. Last year, the holiday bonuses were raised to 3,000 lira, resulting in a total payment of 6,000 lira to retirees. Figures between 3,500 and 4,000 lira have been widely discussed in the public regarding the bonuses. If a 30% increase is applied to the retiree bonuses, it will rise to 3,900 lira. With a 35% increase, it will reach 4,050 lira. If a 40% increase is implemented, it will go up to 4,200 lira. A 50% increase would raise it to 4,500 lira. Furthermore, retirees received a 15.75% increase in June. If the bonuses are increased at this rate, they will reach 3,472 lira.