SGK Hearing Aid Guide
SGK Contribution By Age and Employment Status
SGK contribution per device; deducted from the amount you pay if you have a report.
| Age group | Employee | Retiree | Deducted from pension |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 and over | 4.069,63 ₺ | 5.087,04 ₺ | 508,70 ₺ |
| Age 13 - 18 | 6.104,45 ₺ | 7.630,56 ₺ | 763,06 ₺ |
| Age 5 - 12 | 6.511,40 ₺ | 8.139,26 ₺ | 813,93 ₺ |
| Age 0 - 4 | 7.325,33 ₺ | 9.156,67 ₺ | 915,67 ₺ |
18 and over
- Employee
- 4.069,63 ₺
- Retiree
- 5.087,04 ₺
- Deducted from pension
- 508,70 ₺
Age 13 - 18
- Employee
- 6.104,45 ₺
- Retiree
- 7.630,56 ₺
- Deducted from pension
- 763,06 ₺
Age 5 - 12
- Employee
- 6.511,40 ₺
- Retiree
- 8.139,26 ₺
- Deducted from pension
- 813,93 ₺
Age 0 - 4
- Employee
- 7.325,33 ₺
- Retiree
- 9.156,67 ₺
- Deducted from pension
- 915,67 ₺
Amounts are the net SGK contribution per device; no deduction applies to employees. Batteries: 104 per year x 6 TL = 624 TL + VAT (20%) = 748.80 TL.
Last updated: January 2026. Amounts may change with SGK regulations; call us for current figures. SGK
People covered by SGK (Turkey's Social Security Institution) can receive an SGK contribution towards a hearing aid. The contribution amount depends on age and employment status and is deducted from the price of the hearing aid. Pendik Ses İşitme is a hearing aid centre contracted with SGK; we guide you through the whole process, from the medical report to delivery.
Who can receive the SGK contribution?
Insured people covered by SGK, or their insured dependants, whose need for a hearing aid is documented by a medical report, can receive the SGK contribution. The amount differs for people under 18 and over 18; you can find the current amounts in the table below.
Which report is needed?
A hearing aid requires a medical report from an official medical board that includes at least one ear, nose and throat specialist. The report states the degree of hearing loss and which ear or ears the hearing aid is recommended for.
- Under 18: If the doctor recommended hearing aids for both ears, SGK pays the contribution for both devices.
- Over 18: The contribution is usually paid for one hearing aid first. For the second ear, a new report can be issued after the first hearing aid has been used for about 6 months and its benefit has been documented.
How is the SGK contribution paid?
SGK pays the contribution not to you but to the contracted hearing aid centre. You only pay the difference between the price of the hearing aid and the SGK contribution. We tell you clearly how much you will pay for your chosen hearing aid before you choose it.
This arrangement has been in place since 4 September 2019; before that, the contribution was paid to the person. Former members of SSK, Bağ-Kur and Emekli Sandığı are now covered by SGK, so they receive the same contribution. The SGK contribution for the same ear is usually renewed every 5 years; if you want a new hearing aid before this period ends, you pay the full price yourself.
What to bring to our centre
- Your medical board report (if it is registered in the e-report system, the report number is enough)
- Your identity card
- Any previous hearing test results
Your SGK Process
Answer three questions to see your steps.
Who is the hearing aid for?
SGK Process Step By Step
Doctor's Examination and Report
You see an ear, nose and throat doctor and get a medical board report.
Visit to Our Centre
You come to our centre with your report; we assess your hearing test and your needs.
Hearing Aid Choice and Trial
We explain the hearing aids that suit you and the difference you will pay, and let you try the hearing aid.
SGK Procedures and Delivery
We handle the SGK procedures; we fit and deliver your hearing aid and follow up with you.
Questions About SGK
Does SGK pay for hearing aids?
Yes. With a report and prescription from an ear, nose and throat specialist, SGK covers part of the cost of the hearing aid. The amounts are set by SGK; for current information see our SGK guide or call us.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes, you can pay by credit card; instalment options depend on your bank and card type. We tell you the remaining amount and the payment plan in writing beforehand.
How many instalments are available for a hearing aid?
The number of instalments depends on your bank and card type. We share the current options at the payment stage or when you call us for information.
Does the SGK (Turkey's Social Security Institution) contribution affect payment in instalments?
The SGK contribution is first deducted from the price of the hearing aid; the instalment options apply to the remaining amount.
Does SGK (Turkey's Social Security Institution) cover hearing aids?
If you are insured with SGK, you are entitled to the SGK contribution towards a hearing aid. For this you need a medical report from an official health board that includes at least one ENT specialist. With this report you can receive the SGK contribution at hearing aid centres contracted with SGK.
What affects hearing aid prices?
As with mobile phones, hearing aid prices vary with the technology and features of the device. The right device for you is chosen according to your hearing loss, so the price varies accordingly. Keep in mind that a hearing aid is a personalised product.
