Health Insurance now compulsory for the over 65 ?

[Sleuth]

Some friends told us today that, two other friends of theirs within this last week....were told by officials at a hospital in Fethiye ( not sure which one ) that Health insurance is now compulsory for the 65 and older age group when applying for residency, or re newing... can any one else on here confirm that this is now... yet again... a new law please ?

[LeeGlo]

Your friends, friends were misinformed. You do not need to show health insurance for RP if you are over 65 years of age. They would do better to ask the passport police what is needed. We did our RP's last year and didn't need it and this has not been changed despite the recent meetings/discussions going on. Have a look on the UK in Turkey website for the latest information.

[KKOB]

There must be some truth in it 'cos The Daily Mail copied it from The Sun.  

[Sleuth]

The couple concerned were told by the SGK and Customs police in Fethiye that anyone now over 65 must produce Health Insurance... ??!!
So many conflicting stories flying about

[KKOB]

Burasi Turkiye !