Colin Guest
@Tigerman
English expat in Türkiye
Forum posts
22
Contacts
2
About me
English
Lives in Istanbul
Speaks English
Registration: 12 June 2011
Activity
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 ...
No you cannot work with a residence permit. You must have a work permit. Go online and check out the latest laws re residence permits, as this has recently been changed. Make sure to use an avukat (lawyer)when buying a proerty. It is best to use ... Read More
Second hand in Istanbul by sibelbel
Any advice on good second hand stores in Istanbul? Some special area or street?
There are a number of secondhand shops in Kadikoy. Also try at Cihangir in Beyoglu and Kucukyali in Kadikoy. Read More
Health Insurance? by danaabu
Hey everyone! I am getting really nervous about not having health insurance. I was wondering what the best international provider for Turkey is? What are your experiences with health insurance/healthcare in Turkey? Whether English speaking doctors ...
This is true unless you are over 65 years old, then no Turkish insurance companies will not accept you, unless you had a policy in force when you became 65. If you have they will continue to insure you. Read More
Health Insurance? by danaabu
Hey everyone! I am getting really nervous about not having health insurance. I was wondering what the best international provider for Turkey is? What are your experiences with health insurance/healthcare in Turkey? Whether English speaking doctors ...
Hi Dana, As an expat living in Turkey for 25 years I can say from experience that i have had no problems in using my health insurance policy. I have been in hospital several times and have found the service very good. Here you will find most ... Read More
weather in Istanbul by Alstroemeria
Hi everyone! I'm planning to come to turkey for a couple of days and I wonder how the weather is like in may? When is the best time to come to turkey? Thanks heaps
It will not be cold so you will not need warm clothing. However, It would be best to pack a lightweight rain coat, as there are periods of possible rain during April. Read More
weather in Istanbul by Alstroemeria
Hi everyone! I'm planning to come to turkey for a couple of days and I wonder how the weather is like in may? When is the best time to come to turkey? Thanks heaps
It will not be cold so you will not need warm clothing. It would be best to pack a lightweight rain coat, as there are periods of possible rain during April. Read More
weather in Istanbul by Alstroemeria
Hi everyone! I'm planning to come to turkey for a couple of days and I wonder how the weather is like in may? When is the best time to come to turkey? Thanks heaps
No rain where I am Read More
weather in Istanbul by Alstroemeria
Hi everyone! I'm planning to come to turkey for a couple of days and I wonder how the weather is like in may? When is the best time to come to turkey? Thanks heaps
Hi there, May is usually a good month, but can vary depending on if you are in the Asian or European side. Read More
Why should not live in Turkey... by May.bee22
Hi, if someone asks you Why i should not live in Turkey, especially in Istanbul, what would you say? Thanks :)
Apart from heavy traffic and Istanbul being rather expensive, no reason Read More
Law re Turkish Residence Permits
WARNING TO ALL EXPATS LIVING IN TURKEY After my recent marriage in Istanbul I had to inform the Emniyet of my change of address and my married status. I thought this would be quite easy to do, with my just having to go to the local Emniyet and ... Read More
Tear Gas....Welcome to Istanbul! by charlrose
Hi I moved to Istanbul about 6 days ago and yesterday had my first experience of some Police enforcement in Taksim Square. They were using tear gas to disperse crowds (I couldn't see any crowds!). As I have never been in this situation before I was ...
Check on the news and keep away from areas where the protests are taking place. The protests in case you don't know are ongoing in most cities in Turkey. It is best not to discuss the present situation with anyone unless you know their views. Read More
American woman moving to Turkey by tifkgjt86
Hi, I am a teacher and was offered a job in Antalya starting in September. I was looking for some information on what life is like for an American woman to live in Antalya. I have heard it's not safe to live there as an American or a woman, so I was ...
Hi there, Well not sure where you obtained the info that it is not safe for an American woman to live in Antalya. I would say that in general you would not have a problem. However, being on your own? you need to be careful when going out as Turkish ... Read More