Turkey

Turkey scores 62.5 out of 100 on the LifeIndexed Healthcare Quality Index in 2026, rated as "Fair". Life expectancy is 78.9 years. The country runs a Mixed (combination of public insurance and private providers) and spends 4.30% of GDP on health services.

A typical GP / doctor visit in Turkey costs approximately $20 USD. Hospital accommodation costs around $150 USD per day. These are out-of-pocket costs; insured patients may pay significantly less.

85.0% of the Turkey population is covered by public healthcare. The remainder typically relies on private insurance or out-of-pocket payments. The government spends 4.30% of GDP on healthcare.

Average private health insurance in Turkey costs approximately $60 USD per month. This provides access to private hospitals, shorter wait times and specialist care beyond what the public system offers.

Turkey has a mixed healthcare system combining public insurance with private providers. Public coverage extends to 85.0% of the population, with private options available for supplementary or faster care.

Turkey has 1.9 doctors per 1,000 people. This is above the global average of approximately 1.8 per 1,000. The country also has 2.80 hospital beds per 1,000 people.

Life expectancy in Turkey is 78.9 years in 2026, compared to the Middle East average of 78.4 years. Life expectancy is a key indicator of population health, nutrition, and the effectiveness of the healthcare system.

The infant mortality rate in Turkey is 8.9 deaths per 1,000 live births. This is a moderate rate reflecting ongoing improvements in maternal and newborn care.

Turkey ranks 7 out of 9 Middle East countries on the healthcare quality index. Its score of 62.5/100 is -2.6pp below the Middle East average of 65.1/100. Life expectancy is +0.5 years versus the regional average.

Foreign nationals and expats in Turkey typically rely on private health insurance, as public healthcare access may be limited or require employment-linked contributions. International health insurance is strongly recommended before relocating.

Yes — Turkey is a recognised medical tourism destination, attracting international patients with quality care at lower cost than Western Europe or North America. Common procedures include dental treatment, cosmetic surgery, orthopaedic surgery and specialist consultations. Private hospitals typically offer English-speaking staff and international accreditation.

A hospital stay in Turkey costs approximately $150 USD per day for private or uninsured patients. Insured patients typically pay a co-payment or deductible on top of the base rate. Hospital costs can vary significantly between public and private facilities.

Turkey's healthcare quality index has improved by 2.5 points from 2022 to 2026, rising from 60.0/100 to 62.5/100. Life expectancy also rose from 78.2 to 78.9 years over the same period.

Turkey has good hospital infrastructure in urban centres, with 2.80 beds per 1,000 people. Quality varies between public and private facilities and between urban and rural areas.