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siwmman

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Egyptian expat in Türkiye

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Egyptian

Lives in Istanbul

Registration: 15 July 2015

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
6 years ago
Abdulmotaal

A business of English language centre by Abdulmotaal

Hello,All I am an Egyptian English language trainer,planning to move to Turkey (specifically in YaLova). Do you think doing a business in an English Language training centre is a profitable and good idea? What do ,you think, the factors that support ...

siwmman

Hello, there are many foreign language centers in Turkey owned by Turkish citizens offering this type of service .I don't think the government will allow a foreigner to do that. Foreigners are allowed to do business with strong financial ... Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
6 years ago
Julien

New members of the Turkey forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Turkey forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...

siwmman

Hello, welcome to Turkey.what are your your plans is short visit or live during retirement? Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
8 years ago

Koç university masters without thesis

all masters in turkey 2 years .Koc is an excellent university good luck Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
8 years ago
charlick

Re-new residency visa by charlick

I am dreading to go through this again!!! Two years ago we were running about to get all the necessary documents, made the appointment, fronted up after waiting for hours, of course THAN!!!-----I was told all those papers was un-necessary and I can ...

siwmman

Now my daughter called me and the people there in Amniyat are helping her with her resident permit after clarifying things to them I hope all will be fine. Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
8 years ago
charlick

Re-new residency visa by charlick

I am dreading to go through this again!!! Two years ago we were running about to get all the necessary documents, made the appointment, fronted up after waiting for hours, of course THAN!!!-----I was told all those papers was un-necessary and I can ...

siwmman

We need e randevu consulting offices set by the government in public squares like eminonu and taksim to tell us what we exactly need and to help new arrivals set appointments without errors and give us proper advice.We can pay them but we are sure ... Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
8 years ago
Aladeenjojo

Property in Istanbul by Aladeenjojo

I have been thinking about investing in Istanbul, obviously for rental income purposes. I have researched a lot about the areas, also on the famous turkish website called sahibinden. But i am very confused about the rents. Also i would be greatful ...

siwmman

dont believe them one plus one you will only get 2000 rent if furnished.the government doesn't allow weekly or daily rent anymore or monthly and this was very beneficial to renters they told me the same and i believed them and it was a mistake.i ... Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
8 years ago
steveburtt

Job offer in Ankara by steveburtt

I live in Canada and am looking for work oversea. I have received a Job offer from ATUK Petroleum Drilling Group - to work in Ankara - is this company legit?

siwmman

check website age, reviews,...hope you get answer from ankara resident Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
8 years ago

from pakistan

It is kind of impossible to find job here.unless you will go for phd and work part time after you learn turkish. Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
8 years ago
loina2

Foreigner marrying a turkish man here in turkey by loina2

Hi I am a Filipino. Me and my turkish bf are planning to get married this year but the thibg is my visa has expired 4 months ago. Can we still marry here in Turkey? What should we do?

siwmman

Let him go the amniyet in Fatih and ask for all details.Good Luck. Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
8 years ago
loina2

Foreigner marrying a turkish man here in turkey by loina2

Hi I am a Filipino. Me and my turkish bf are planning to get married this year but the thibg is my visa has expired 4 months ago. Can we still marry here in Turkey? What should we do?

siwmman

Let him go the amniyet in Fatih and ask for all details.Good Luck. Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
8 years ago
Narenderj

About job offer. by Narenderj

Hello everyone. I am Narender from India. I have received job offer from "CARREFOUR". I would like to know whether it is Fake or not.? I need your's help. Can anyone please help me? Address of the job offering company, ...

siwmman

companies never ask employee to pay money.They are crooks making use of people needs never reply to them and make report on Google to warn other people from being trapped.This happened with my husband ones while searching for work. good luck Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
8 years ago
Narenderj

About job offer. by Narenderj

Hello everyone. I am Narender from India. I have received job offer from "CARREFOUR". I would like to know whether it is Fake or not.? I need your's help. Can anyone please help me? Address of the job offering company, ...

siwmman

are you living in Turkey? If they asked you to pay money to get the job then tgey are fake. Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
8 years ago

Want to buy Hostel business or small restaurant

study market first. i bought apartment here in heart of fatih 2 plus one i want to rent for tourists if you can help message me .competition here is very high. Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Retiring in Turkey by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Turkey? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...

siwmman

Health care doesn't cover everything. and I was speaking to one friend today she said dental care is very up high in the sky and they charge with euro.life is clean and disciplined.Health care plans for those retiring here on tourist visa must ... Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
8 years ago

Some Turkish Drivers in Mahmutlar

they go really fast .it is better never to cross roads until it is really clear.I hope she is ok. Bless you all. Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
9 years ago
marriyam

doctors in turkey ...i need informations plz by marriyam

salamo alaykum everyone , hope u all doing well , joined the site in order to find informations and learn about the possibility of studying a medical speciality in turkey , i have lots of questions , so please anyone who is already working there as ...

siwmman

okan university has medical faculty it is in the Asian side on the mountains and they have hospital in Tuzla fees for studying there was about 25000 per year.students family gets 50 percent discount in hospital Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
9 years ago

learning turkish

I need your help I need belidyie turkish learning center address in beyoglo please. pardon me for any spelling mistake Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
9 years ago
Abdulmotaal

A business of English language centre by Abdulmotaal

Hello,All I am an Egyptian English language trainer,planning to move to Turkey (specifically in YaLova). Do you think doing a business in an English Language training centre is a profitable and good idea? What do ,you think, the factors that support ...

siwmman

I prefer you open in are where there are Arabs for the elite in turkey go to international schools where native teachers are.As for the others they are not interested to learn foreign language. Arabs learn the language to go for ILETS for migration ... Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
9 years ago
Bgcpost

Need some advice about living in Turkey by Bgcpost

Hello everyone, I'm​ planning on leaving the EU to live in a cheaper and more friendly place. I have three countries in my mind, but I can't set my choice on one of them, so I hope to find the answers I need to make the best ...

siwmman

I prefer you put your money in a bank and you will get good amount of interest, Ak bank gives 11 percent and is bank gives 10.50 percent ,to live on till you learn the language in Tomer or Istanbul university foreign languages center, and during ... Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
9 years ago
ODAN

Property purchase in Turkey and Residence visa by ODAN

Dear all, I heard that if someone buy property in turkey can fetch residence visa.. also heard there is no minimum price required.. One must apply for residence visa of 1 year with the property papers.... Any idea is there any good property agent ...

siwmman

I'm not advertising at just helping.because I myself is looking for one and I came across those people after I listened to advertisment on TV Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
9 years ago
ODAN

Property purchase in Turkey and Residence visa by ODAN

Dear all, I heard that if someone buy property in turkey can fetch residence visa.. also heard there is no minimum price required.. One must apply for residence visa of 1 year with the property papers.... Any idea is there any good property agent ...

siwmman

We called them just now. I will find there number..they will pick u up to show you projects 2 plus one is 150000 dollars call them and they will give I all details. Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
9 years ago
ODAN

Property purchase in Turkey and Residence visa by ODAN

Dear all, I heard that if someone buy property in turkey can fetch residence visa.. also heard there is no minimum price required.. One must apply for residence visa of 1 year with the property papers.... Any idea is there any good property agent ...

siwmman

This add was placed in reputable TV channel if you are in Istanbul try to check it and please give me your feet back. they sell for foreigners by installement. They said 5000 dollars first deposite. I hope that are sincere. Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
9 years ago
ODAN

Property purchase in Turkey and Residence visa by ODAN

Dear all, I heard that if someone buy property in turkey can fetch residence visa.. also heard there is no minimum price required.. One must apply for residence visa of 1 year with the property papers.... Any idea is there any good property agent ...

siwmman

You can buy direct from government without any extra fees website xxx they sell sq meter for 1500 dollar while private companies sell for 5000 dollars. Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
9 years ago
Fred

Military coup July 2016 by Fred

The shooting appears to be over, but that doesn't seem to be the end of political problems in the country, nor will it signal safety/stability for expats. The government seems to be having a purge of some groups, perhaps leading to more upset ...

siwmman

Impossible turkey applies the force of law carefully they know what they are doing as long as your are far from political issues you are safe Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
9 years ago
Fred

Military coup July 2016 by Fred

The shooting appears to be over, but that doesn't seem to be the end of political problems in the country, nor will it signal safety/stability for expats. The government seems to be having a purge of some groups, perhaps leading to more upset ...

siwmman

I lived in many place before did you go to manhatten and see gangs in day light and in milano shooting cafee in day light. Did you ever ride a tram in milano and a drunk gets on threatening everyone in the eye if you dont give him a cigarette. Yes ... Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
9 years ago
Fred

Military coup July 2016 by Fred

The shooting appears to be over, but that doesn't seem to be the end of political problems in the country, nor will it signal safety/stability for expats. The government seems to be having a purge of some groups, perhaps leading to more upset ...

siwmman

Look what happened in france, brussels,UK and US Even train crash in italy Safest place is still istanbul. Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
9 years ago
Fred

Military coup July 2016 by Fred

The shooting appears to be over, but that doesn't seem to be the end of political problems in the country, nor will it signal safety/stability for expats. The government seems to be having a purge of some groups, perhaps leading to more upset ...

siwmman

Never worry about this Turks know that citizens and rulers are seperate entities.they are very welcoming. Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
rayhan777

tefl course in turkey by rayhan777

Hello dear friends Do you have any idea about tefl in turkey (teaching english as a foreing language)?could you please give me answers to the following questions: -Is there a choice of language centers that give this course? -Can non native ...

siwmman

International schools hire British or American teachers as they charge students above 30000 lira per year like any top international schools around the world but since you will teach in Turkish state schools you must speak Turkish to communicate ... Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
exel

Advice plz to settle in Turkey, find accommodation etcc by exel

Hi all, I thought to settle in Turkey and i do not know where to start& how to rent a cheap vacation cheap :) but in a Nice area of Taksim or other corner, And the papers need for housing. I will stay for 3months is the term for a Tunisian ...

siwmman

I love turky and istanbul specially as originally my grand parents were turkish. When I applied for one year visa this is the amount I place in bank by order to get my visa and you spend from from it as you wish. facts must be said it doesn't ... Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
exel

Advice plz to settle in Turkey, find accommodation etcc by exel

Hi all, I thought to settle in Turkey and i do not know where to start& how to rent a cheap vacation cheap :) but in a Nice area of Taksim or other corner, And the papers need for housing. I will stay for 3months is the term for a Tunisian ...

siwmman

out of my experience with my son and daughter finding job is almost impossible.and if any turkish company hires foreigner they have to pay money for that in dollars to hire an expat so!! Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
exel

Advice plz to settle in Turkey, find accommodation etcc by exel

Hi all, I thought to settle in Turkey and i do not know where to start& how to rent a cheap vacation cheap :) but in a Nice area of Taksim or other corner, And the papers need for housing. I will stay for 3months is the term for a Tunisian ...

siwmman

you must go to emlak office to find you place to rent and they take one month rent fee from 1 year they will help you also with gas,elec,water it really costs Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
exel

Advice plz to settle in Turkey, find accommodation etcc by exel

Hi all, I thought to settle in Turkey and i do not know where to start& how to rent a cheap vacation cheap :) but in a Nice area of Taksim or other corner, And the papers need for housing. I will stay for 3months is the term for a Tunisian ...

siwmman

it is required for one year visa to show deposit in Turkish bank for 12000 dollars if you stay 6 months then half 6000 but you wait to get your visa two months minimum and then you will have 4 months to look for work who will rent only 6 months ... Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
rayhan777

tefl course in turkey by rayhan777

Hello dear friends Do you have any idea about tefl in turkey (teaching english as a foreing language)?could you please give me answers to the following questions: -Is there a choice of language centers that give this course? -Can non native ...

siwmman

You can learn Turkish in Istanbul university last year it was 500 lira per month for each month then for 9 months you must have a certificate after learning all levels. Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
exel

Advice plz to settle in Turkey, find accommodation etcc by exel

Hi all, I thought to settle in Turkey and i do not know where to start& how to rent a cheap vacation cheap :) but in a Nice area of Taksim or other corner, And the papers need for housing. I will stay for 3months is the term for a Tunisian ...

siwmman

It is not easy at all believe me.My daughter graduated fro British university.she tried to look for work for 6 months she found nothing only teaching English and she doesn't want to teach. So she applied for master degree and her doctor told her ... Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
rayhan777

tefl course in turkey by rayhan777

Hello dear friends Do you have any idea about tefl in turkey (teaching english as a foreing language)?could you please give me answers to the following questions: -Is there a choice of language centers that give this course? -Can non native ...

siwmman

it is better to take it in your country in British council they give CELTA.Then apply for jobs but to get hired you must know Turkish well. Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
exel

Advice plz to settle in Turkey, find accommodation etcc by exel

Hi all, I thought to settle in Turkey and i do not know where to start& how to rent a cheap vacation cheap :) but in a Nice area of Taksim or other corner, And the papers need for housing. I will stay for 3months is the term for a Tunisian ...

siwmman

if you have work permit it is better before you move,usually tourist visas is 15 days as far as I know,you have three months visa to go in the country but if you enter you count 15 days for your stay if you stay any extra day you pay fine on each ... Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
exel

Advice plz to settle in Turkey, find accommodation etcc by exel

Hi all, I thought to settle in Turkey and i do not know where to start& how to rent a cheap vacation cheap :) but in a Nice area of Taksim or other corner, And the papers need for housing. I will stay for 3months is the term for a Tunisian ...

siwmman

If you can take celta and teach English you can apply from home and get hired especially in IZMIR. Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago

health insurance in Istanbul

Thank you for your quick reply I will explore all alternatives you sent Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago

health insurance in Istanbul

I have to renew my health insurance next week.Can you please advice on best general insurance in Istanbul. Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
exel

Advice plz to settle in Turkey, find accommodation etcc by exel

Hi all, I thought to settle in Turkey and i do not know where to start& how to rent a cheap vacation cheap :) but in a Nice area of Taksim or other corner, And the papers need for housing. I will stay for 3months is the term for a Tunisian ...

siwmman

living in Istanbul is expensive your rent will be about 2000 lira for one plus one 60 sqm. if you live in city center,don't go to suburbs because you will spend alot on transportation and hours on ride. also don't move unless you have ... Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago

From Ireland . Need help connecting to buy and sell

try to find Turkish lady to help Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
Umar236

Safety concerns After Yesterdays plane shooting by Umar236

Hi guys, So i am supposed to be moving to Istanbul in December with my wife, but after the shooting down of the Russian plane my wife and I have a number of safety concerns. What is your take on the situation? Should I not have these feeelings?

siwmman

It is fantastic with new compounds and sky scrapers very well planned,new public transport system. only first know where you will work then rent for it is useless to live far and spend the difference of rent you saved on transportation it will be ... Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
Umar236

Safety concerns After Yesterdays plane shooting by Umar236

Hi guys, So i am supposed to be moving to Istanbul in December with my wife, but after the shooting down of the Russian plane my wife and I have a number of safety concerns. What is your take on the situation? Should I not have these feeelings?

siwmman

believe me Istanbul is very safe just choose the area you will stay in like levent or istinye.... Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago

PAYING BILLS IN ISTANBUL

all bills must be paid by fattura shops till he or she opens bank account or even we have accounts but still find those shops easier and empty instead of waiting for half an hour or more in bank. Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago

PAYING BILLS IN ISTANBUL

No you can not.you can use fattura shops in kadikoy or ask where you live they pay for you on line and give you receipt. Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
expat.com

Cost of living in Turkey – 2015 by expat.com

Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Turkey in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Turkey you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Turkey? > accommodation ...

siwmman

Istanbul is cheap regarding food and clothing especially if you shop from outlets in viaport, also renting is for 1100 lira empty apartment near viaport on the asian side in new compounds with swimming pools.there r buses every where that moves by ... Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
siwmman

close superonline by siwmman

i want to make ibtal for superonline internet for my son returned back to egypt this year ,we had contract for two years we passed one year and 9 months already.his sisters tried tried with passport copy to close but no way they said he must call us ...

siwmman

I wish turkey is international base now english speakers in customer servise must be hired. Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
siwmman

close superonline by siwmman

i want to make ibtal for superonline internet for my son returned back to egypt this year ,we had contract for two years we passed one year and 9 months already.his sisters tried tried with passport copy to close but no way they said he must call us ...

siwmman

We did that going to head office with turkish friend but no use and we gave them his passport copy but they insited he must call so we did but they said for service in english pres... but no one speaks english, so we decided to discard the whole ... Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
Christine

What do you like the most in Turkey? by Christine

Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Turkey? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Turkey and the reason why you enjoy your ...

siwmman

Exactly how we feel about istanbul, green mountains, sea, fresh air, beautiful architecture, cleanliness, helpful people. No drunks arround, safe, alert police, l adore istanbul and turkish sweets Read More

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siwmman created a thread
10 years ago

close superonline

i want to make ibtal for superonline internet for my son returned back to egypt this year ,we had contract for two years we passed one year and 9 months already.his sisters tried tried with passport copy to close but no way they said he must call us ... Read More

siwmman
siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
Christine

Safety in Turkey by Christine

Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Turkey? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...

siwmman

Yes it is really the safest city in the world. Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
10 years ago
Julien

New members of the Turkey forum, introduce yourself here – 3rd quarter of 2015 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Turkey forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

siwmman

my two daughters study here in Istanbul.we usually come for short stay every now and then but due to moving to european side i was really shocked of prices and cheap apartments are really not classy. So minimal rent we found is 2500 but through ... Read More

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siwmman replied to a thread
11 years ago
BelindaBee

Looking for apartment to rent by BelindaBee

Hello all, I'm looking for an apartment to rent on the European side - UNFURNISHED - 2+1, roughly 90m2 - near Tarabya/Sariyer, for Aug. 1st. Thank you!

siwmman

Hello everybody.I need quick help please as I need three room apartment unfurnished in maslak or anywhere near green line metro.also i need used furniture in good condition.your quick replies will be highly regarded.I hope it is not more than 2000 ... Read More

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siwmman joined Türkiye expat community
11 years ago