Social Security Contributions in Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan operates a mandatory social security system. Both employees and employers contribute, with a significant employer burden. The system provides retirement pensions, disability benefits, and survivor benefits.

Overview of Turkmenistan Social Security System

The social security system in Turkmenistan manages several benefit programs:

Contribution Rates (2026)

Contributions are calculated as a percentage of the employee's gross monthly salary, subject to a maximum monthly ceiling of TMT 500,000.

Employee Contributions (Total: 1%)

Employer Contributions (Total: 20%)

Registration

All employers must register with the social security authorities. Registration requires:

Monthly Declarations

Employers must submit monthly contribution declarations, detailing:

Declarations and payments are due by the 15th day of the following month.

Social Security Benefits

Retirement Pension

Disability Benefits

Survivor Benefits

International Social Security

Turkmenistan has limited bilateral social security agreements, primarily with CIS countries. Employees seconded to Turkmenistan from countries with agreements may be exempt from local social security contributions for a limited period.

Penalties for Non-Compliance

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