Turkish Natural Disaster Insurance Institution (DASK)

The Natural Disaster Insurance Institution (DASK) is Turkey’s official body responsible for managing Compulsory Earthquake Insurance. It aims to reduce the financial burden of earthquakes on individuals and the state by providing affordable, mandatory insurance for residential buildings. It operates as a public institution managed by Türk Reasürans A.Ş. under the supervision of the Ministry of Treasury and Finance. DASK pools premiums and transfers risk to global reinsurance markets, ensuring rapid compensation after disasters. It also promotes earthquake awareness and preparedness across Turkey.