Gino_C
American looking for information about Türkiye
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About me
American
Lives in Eskisehir, Turkey
Speaks Conversational Turkish with very limited vocabulary because of my heritage.
Registration: 21 May 2021
Lets crack a joke in this stress life by Guest6847
Many of us struggle with stress–at work and in our personal life. Like any problem, stress requires a strategic approach to conquer, or at least manage. Stress is real, but we always have a choice–we can let it consume us or we learn to ...
Q: What is green and smells like pork?A: Kermit the Frog's finger. Read More
New to forum and moving to Antalya by mickrjohnson
Hi all, We are a married couple in out 60s thinking of moving to Antalya. We enjoy pubs/bars, gatherings and having a laugh. We hope to be among an international group of like minded people, who enjoy similar things.
@mickrjohnson Kadikoy is an excellent selection since you will have a vast array of amenities at your fingertips. I'm not sure how congested it is or or how burdensome traffic is but it's certainly an appealing location. There should be ... Read More
Lets crack a joke in this stress life by Guest6847
Many of us struggle with stress–at work and in our personal life. Like any problem, stress requires a strategic approach to conquer, or at least manage. Stress is real, but we always have a choice–we can let it consume us or we learn to ...
What did Spock find in the toilet?The captains logWhat is Yoda’s last name? LayheehuHow can you tell when a girl from West Virginia is on her period?She’s only wearing one sock. Read More
Lets crack a joke in this stress life by Guest6847
Many of us struggle with stress–at work and in our personal life. Like any problem, stress requires a strategic approach to conquer, or at least manage. Stress is real, but we always have a choice–we can let it consume us or we learn to ...
Wife texts on a cold winter morning “Windows frozen, won’t open”Husband responds “Gently pour lukewarm water over it and tap the edges until it breaks loose”20 minutes later, wife responds “The computer is really ... Read More
Lets crack a joke in this stress life by Guest6847
Many of us struggle with stress–at work and in our personal life. Like any problem, stress requires a strategic approach to conquer, or at least manage. Stress is real, but we always have a choice–we can let it consume us or we learn to ...
What does a Liverpool fan do after winning the Premier League?Turns off his PlayStation!Historians believe they found cache of pencils that once belonged to Shakespeare. The problem is they’re so badly chewed on the ends that they can’t ... Read More
Frustration with Forum to the moderator - promoting another website by cdw057
I tried to be a bit active on the Turkish forum, but overall it is very inactive, I will still visit from time to time, but the era of active contributions is largely over. I go to Turkishliving.com as an alternative.
@cdw057 Unfortunately, the lack of posts have a compounding effect on future posts since each thread is short lived with no posts and other members rightfully view the site as uninteresting and boring. The numbers of active members ... Read More
Lets crack a joke in this stress life by Guest6847
Many of us struggle with stress–at work and in our personal life. Like any problem, stress requires a strategic approach to conquer, or at least manage. Stress is real, but we always have a choice–we can let it consume us or we learn to ...
@Aidan in HCMCThat's right up my alley. I was tearing up from laughing, proving your point. Read More
Expat.com market share[B] promoting external website by cdw057
I have used expat.com for many, many years, some countries have active contributors (and I think for Turkiye I am one of them (also for Hungary). I have asked co-pilot over the best expat websites for Turkey (and Bulgaria (Burgas)), (we might move ...
I'm perplexed as well why there is not more posts on this site for Türkiye. I find any threads I start disappear into a black hole. Maybe expats in Türkiye are having too much of a good time to be sitting behind their computer posting ... Read More
Quality of customer service in Türkiye by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Customer service can say a lot about everyday life in Türkiye, and for many expats, it’s something that could take time to get used to. In order to help expats and soon-to-be expats to adjust to local expectations, we invite ...
I agree with cdw057 with regards to being treated differently than locals, in that we are assumed to have more money and some see us as easier to exploit, particularly since we are out of touch with the relative cost of services/goods. Others offer ... Read More
Lets crack a joke in this stress life by Guest6847
Many of us struggle with stress–at work and in our personal life. Like any problem, stress requires a strategic approach to conquer, or at least manage. Stress is real, but we always have a choice–we can let it consume us or we learn to ...
He answered, "In 1987. Why do you ask?" "You were in my class!!!!", I happily exclaimed.Very good joke, made me cackle mainly cause I can relate. I graduated in 1981. You should have changed the date to like 1972. Thanks for the joke Read More
Lets crack a joke in this stress life by Guest6847
Many of us struggle with stress–at work and in our personal life. Like any problem, stress requires a strategic approach to conquer, or at least manage. Stress is real, but we always have a choice–we can let it consume us or we learn to ...
Why are cigarettes good for the environment? Because they kill people.As our mom got older, her health started to decline so we checked her into the hospital. Test results indicated that she was anemic and needed a transfusion. So we asked her ... Read More
Lets crack a joke in this stress life by Guest6847
Many of us struggle with stress–at work and in our personal life. Like any problem, stress requires a strategic approach to conquer, or at least manage. Stress is real, but we always have a choice–we can let it consume us or we learn to ...
Dentist: “This will hurt a little.” Patient: “OK ?” Dentist: “I’m having an affair with your wife." How do you know you’re ugly? If you always get handed the camera for group photos.My girlfriend and I had a ... Read More
Lets crack a joke in this stress life by Guest6847
Many of us struggle with stress–at work and in our personal life. Like any problem, stress requires a strategic approach to conquer, or at least manage. Stress is real, but we always have a choice–we can let it consume us or we learn to ...
What’s the difference between love and marriage? Love is blind. Marriage is eye-opening.I told my wife she should embrace her mistakes. She turned towards me & gave me big a hug.I was drinking a martini when the waitress screamed, ... Read More
Slow travel family planning advice by GlobeTrotter427
I’m 62 and love slow travel / living abroad (Mediterranean region). Ideally 3-6 months in each “home base” location, return each year. No children yet, but still want to have 1 or 2, or adopt with my 42 yo partner. Crazy?
I agree with your slow travel concept and I intend to replicate a variation of it. I am currently in Minneapolis and once my son graduates from the U of M this spring and finds his footing, we are moving to Turkey. That will be my home ... Read More
Healthcare by cdw057
Me and my wife are insured privately, good i have to say, but expensive eur 1000 per month (medical issues)I consider to go to SGK by the end of the year.interesting general youtube reporthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0r2W2YgK1LI
@leyli baysahatovaYou may be correct as I am not as well versed on this topic. But I will say that I have seen many sites stating that expats are eligible for insurance coverage through SGK after 1 year of residence. For example on the website ... Read More
Healthcare by cdw057
Me and my wife are insured privately, good i have to say, but expensive eur 1000 per month (medical issues)I consider to go to SGK by the end of the year.interesting general youtube reporthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0r2W2YgK1LI
@cdw057 Interesting point. As far as I know, if you are a foreigner, you usually cannot apply for SGK unless you are legally working in Turkey and your employer registers you. In that case, yes, SGK is possible. After getting SGK, you can also ... Read More
Should you live as a tourist or as a local while abroad? by Veedushi
Hello everyone,I hope all is well with you.For an upcoming article in Expat Magazine aimed at helping future expatriates better integrate into their new countries, we'd like your input on the following topic:Experiencing expatriation as both a ...
I liken this topic to dating someone (a tourist) vs marrying someone (an expat). Read More
Strategy for Purchasing Cell Phones When Moving to Türkiye by Gino_C
I will hopefully be moving to Türkiye within 2 years and intend to replace my 6 year old iPhone during that time. I found several websites that states that a banderol fee is assessed for registering a phone purchased outside of Türkiye. ...
Türkiye posted that the IMEI fee for registering a phone brought into the country will rise to 57,241 TL or $1348 starting in 2026. Read More
Managing meals in Türkiye by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Managing meals day-to-day can sometimes be a real mental challenge, even more so when you land in a new environment, with different schedules, habits or ingredients. How do you manage your meal routine as an expat in Türkiye? We ...
I'm a soon-to-be expat American with Turkish heritage, I have a lot of experience in Turkish cuisine and by far, restaurant food in Türkiye is much more tastier, much less costly and healthier and nutritious than what is available here. ... Read More
Newcomer to Türkiye by safaasolbi
Hello, I intend to come to Türkiye and need to know how much money I will need to live on. How much money will I need for a month, given that housing is available? Thank you.
@safaasolbiWhere you choose to live figures prominently in how much you need to live to meet your expectations. Istanbul in particular is much higher cost of living. Giving more specifics including your lifestyle needs would be helpful in ... Read More
Strategy for Purchasing Cell Phones When Moving to Türkiye by Gino_C
I will hopefully be moving to Türkiye within 2 years and intend to replace my 6 year old iPhone during that time. I found several websites that states that a banderol fee is assessed for registering a phone purchased outside of Türkiye. ...
@burak kantI would have assumed that the Turkish government would have exceptions for those who are moving to Türkiye. I have a 7 year old iPhone X and it's on its last leg. Had I not known of this exorbitant fee, I would have ... Read More
Considering moving to Turkiye by Esragulenc
Hi! I was born in Türkiye, but moved to the states when I was 3 and haven’t been back to visit since the late 90s. I’d love to learn from others about their experiences living or even just visiting Türkiye. I live in south ...
I believe there are many people with Turkish roots feeling the same as you are. My family is Turkish but my sis and I were born in the USA. I had not visited for a very long time until 2019, my non-Turkish wife and I visited ... Read More
Road safety in Türkiye by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in Türkiye as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in Türkiye, whether ...
I will become an expat in Türkiye in the spring of 2026 from the US but I have visited countless times and travelled throughout the western part of the country on road trips. Here are my observations from those trips:People generally ... Read More
Moving from England/UK to Turkiye ☺ by Dee Willis
Merhaba, We are planning to move and live in Turkiye from next year. I was wondering if anyone moved their furniture and electrical goods with them. I am a Turkish citizen and my husband is British. I heard that customs might be difficult and ...
I will also be moving the early part of 2026 but from the US. As a matter of convenience, I have been bringing my treasured books, T-shirts, record collection and a some of my clothes in my checked in luggage when I visit. Lufthansa ... Read More
Most common scams in Türkiye by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Türkiye as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it’s immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online traps or ...
I wanted to add perspective to this topic. I have also experienced many instances of very hospitable and generous experiences with people as well. The people are very warm, friendly and honest. One example of this happened in ... Read More
Most common scams in Türkiye by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Türkiye as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it’s immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online traps or ...
Experience has taught me to never go into a restaurant which doesn't have a menu. BTW, I'm not an expat yet but hope to become an expat in less than a year. A few years back, we arrived into Istanbul on a late arrival and hadn't eaten so we ... Read More
More power outages by Fedy23
For the past few weeks, we've been experiencing power outages. It's disheartening really! The temperatures are now in the 30s and we are without water and electricity for hours at the time. Last week, my freezer defrosted and I had to throw away ...
If outages are frequent enough to create the frustration coming loud and clear from your post, as one solution I would proactively (vehemently) push the apartment management to consider having a generator installed. Naturally, there might be ... Read More
Best retirement destinations Turkiye? by daviddomoney
Hi All,What are the best places to retires in Turkiye?Any places in mountains can recommend?If not open to places by beach.What kind of amount in USD need for a property in Turkiye?Do foreign retirees get free healthcare if not what is the cost for ...
@daviddomoneyI would recommend using my two go-to websites to screen for property ... Read More
Best retirement destinations Turkiye? by daviddomoney
Hi All,What are the best places to retires in Turkiye?Any places in mountains can recommend?If not open to places by beach.What kind of amount in USD need for a property in Turkiye?Do foreign retirees get free healthcare if not what is the cost for ...
@cdw057Not to contradict your statement but if you visit TripAdvisor, you will find a good mix of international cuisine available in Alanya. I'm not sure if they truly serve oriental cuisine as advertised but here is what I found:312 Bishkek ... Read More
Best retirement destinations Turkiye? by daviddomoney
Hi All,What are the best places to retires in Turkiye?Any places in mountains can recommend?If not open to places by beach.What kind of amount in USD need for a property in Turkiye?Do foreign retirees get free healthcare if not what is the cost for ...
@cdw057I completely agree with your assessment of the great quality of life in Türkiye. Your acknowledgment that the cost of living has gone up everywhere is very accurate. So, it is still cheaper to live in Türkiye compared to a lot of ... Read More
Best retirement destinations Turkiye? by daviddomoney
Hi All,What are the best places to retires in Turkiye?Any places in mountains can recommend?If not open to places by beach.What kind of amount in USD need for a property in Turkiye?Do foreign retirees get free healthcare if not what is the cost for ...
Unfortunately, inflation is outpacing even using the US dollar as a basis, meaning that what was considered comfortable monthly budget of $1200 to $1500 about 2 years ago has now risen to roughly $1800 to $2200. Read More
Best retirement destinations Turkiye? by daviddomoney
Hi All,What are the best places to retires in Turkiye?Any places in mountains can recommend?If not open to places by beach.What kind of amount in USD need for a property in Turkiye?Do foreign retirees get free healthcare if not what is the cost for ...
@daviddomoneyThere is a website which will help you navigate through all the requirements for obtaining a residence permit. This website provides good general information on residence permits. Within the same website are FAQ which may ... Read More
Best retirement destinations Turkiye? by daviddomoney
Hi All,What are the best places to retires in Turkiye?Any places in mountains can recommend?If not open to places by beach.What kind of amount in USD need for a property in Turkiye?Do foreign retirees get free healthcare if not what is the cost for ...
@daviddomoneyI am by no means knowledgeable of Türkiye much (my parents were Türkish but I was born in the USA) but there are places I would suggest based on your desire for mountains/forest relaxing targets. I looked into these when ... Read More
Best retirement destinations Turkiye? by daviddomoney
Hi All,What are the best places to retires in Turkiye?Any places in mountains can recommend?If not open to places by beach.What kind of amount in USD need for a property in Turkiye?Do foreign retirees get free healthcare if not what is the cost for ...
@daviddomoneyHello David, It would be helpful if you provided details on what is priority to you; it’s all relative to what you desire. I am also retired and will I be moving as well In hopefully a year. My chosen city is Eskisehir which ... Read More
Moving to Türkiye and become citizens by amijam
Hi me and my family want tomove to Turkey - and become citizens-currently British passport holders. Would like to hear from a family who has done this and a guided process of what to do.
@amijam I plan to move next March or April. There are numerous resident (ikamet) permits you can apply for. As Inky86 noted, if you intend to apply through property investment, you can get a short term (max 2 years) residency permit via ... Read More
Thousands of Expats are leaving Türkiye by Fedy23
In this video you look at the new rules in Turkey which are making it difficult for foreigners to live there!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kk0_RRn5xTEThings are changing constantly and very fast.
Here is another perspective offered by an American expat who elaborates on his life in Turkiye and offers an objective analysis including the cost of living.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZIDvyQvLiM Read More
Amici expat italiani Buonasera by imenyontucu
Vive in turkia da 3 anni mio marito e turco prima ho vissuto in italia e mi piacerebbe incontrare italiani vivendo ad istanbul per creare contatti e amicizie 😀
@imenyontucuPlease use English. It is expected and a great majority does not speak Italian. Read More
How to adapt to the expat challenges of everyday life in Türkiye by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Adapting to everyday life as an expat in Türkiye can be both exciting and overwhelming: different habits, systems, and sometimes even unexpected surprises! Simple things like paying bills, using public transport, or even greeting ...
I’m not an expat just yet but I have visited Turkey enough to have an understanding of what I’ll be facing. As a first generation American to Turkish parents, I know basic Turkish with very limited vocabulary. I am certain the little ... Read More
What Turkey needs from expats? by cdw057
I am a bit disappointed with posts complaining 100 EUR here and there. Syrian refugees would be happy to have even EUR 500 pm. For expats from the UK/Germany/....Turkey is getting more expensive (true), in a way that is also good. Poor Germans (many ...
Türkiye offers many desirable and beneficial aspects to living offering a good quality of life. I’m not sure how comparative it is to other countries considered as desirable such as the SouthEast Asia nations or the Slavic nations, but ... Read More
Finding a country to retire in by GuestPoster108899
My name is David. I live in Canada. I am 47. I want to retire abroad, but I am not sure which country to pick. The problem is that I am 47, not the normal retirement age.I do not have a pension, just savings and investments.I am not willing to make ...
@David VankerkhovenNumbeo.com is a decent website which provides not only cost of living numbers but also relative indexes for safety, transportation, healthcare and others which I cannot recall at the moment. It also offers a comparison between ... Read More
Finding a country to retire in by GuestPoster108899
My name is David. I live in Canada. I am 47. I want to retire abroad, but I am not sure which country to pick. The problem is that I am 47, not the normal retirement age.I do not have a pension, just savings and investments.I am not willing to make ...
@David VankerkhovenUnfortunately, Colombia is not very safe. Even my wife is on her guard when she travels there. I would advise further research on safety for expats in Colombia.We have Croatia high on our list of destinations to visit when we ... Read More
Finding a country to retire in by GuestPoster108899
My name is David. I live in Canada. I am 47. I want to retire abroad, but I am not sure which country to pick. The problem is that I am 47, not the normal retirement age.I do not have a pension, just savings and investments.I am not willing to make ...
@David VankerkhovenMy native Colombian wife hasn't been to Uruguay but also has heard of the allure of Uruguay. It definitely is also worthy of consideration and further research. Good luck in your search and enjoy the process. Read More
Internet speed by cdw057
In any case where I live Internet is quite fine (with my provider anyhow), right now we have a speed of 100 MB (not too bad and quite stable), but they offer also 1000 MB (which we subscribed to) for this upcoming year. |the price of TRY 10.000 per ...
@Expat SolutionsThank you for providing the resource for determining the available type of internet and the expected download and upload speeds. It is really helpful. I have already purchased a flat in Eskisehir (But I haven't moved to Turkey ... Read More
Finding a country to retire in by GuestPoster108899
My name is David. I live in Canada. I am 47. I want to retire abroad, but I am not sure which country to pick. The problem is that I am 47, not the normal retirement age.I do not have a pension, just savings and investments.I am not willing to make ...
I'm offering as a suggestion the country of Turkey. I am a first Gen American (born in Bismarck) with immigrant Turkish parents. I currently live in Minneapolis. Upon my parent's retirement, they moved back to Turkey. So, for ... Read More
Internet speed by cdw057
In any case where I live Internet is quite fine (with my provider anyhow), right now we have a speed of 100 MB (not too bad and quite stable), but they offer also 1000 MB (which we subscribed to) for this upcoming year. |the price of TRY 10.000 per ...
10,000 TL is very cheap compared to my service in Minneapolis. I have 1G (1000 MB) fiber optic ISP and the annual cost is $900 or converted at today's rate 31,850TL. Most services are much higher here than in Türkiye. Another ... Read More
Tea or Coffee? by ChatMom
Do you like Tea or Coffee ?:)
I married right when I married a Colombian in Bogota. My joy in being in the coffee capital of the world during my wedding was deflated by the fact that Colombians don't consume much coffee and coffee ordered in restaurants/coffee shops are served ... Read More
Dogs problems by Fedy23
So, since living in Antalya my family and I have been attacked by dogs few times. I am a runner and as I am out for my run I often meet dogs in the streets. Sometimes, packs of dogs have attacked without biting me or my family but lately, ...
@Fedy23I can’t remember the brand name of the high freq dog silencer, but I got it from another expat friend of mine living in Turkey. It worked splendidly on all of the dogs in my mom’s Kusadasi neighborhood. After returning home to ... Read More
Dogs problems by Fedy23
So, since living in Antalya my family and I have been attacked by dogs few times. I am a runner and as I am out for my run I often meet dogs in the streets. Sometimes, packs of dogs have attacked without biting me or my family but lately, ...
I suggest trying an ultrasonic barking deterrent device which emits an ultrasonic sound. The undetectable sound to humans is annoying to a dog and might deter aggressive behavior. I’ve used it on barking dogs and they immediately start ... Read More
Thousands of Expats are leaving Türkiye by Fedy23
In this video you look at the new rules in Turkey which are making it difficult for foreigners to live there!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kk0_RRn5xTEThings are changing constantly and very fast.
Honestly, I don't think the passive income requirement is too stringent and makes sense for the good of the Turkish economy. Given that the inflation rate is 46%, a requirement of 150% of minimum wage sounds reasonable. No country would want to ... Read More
Emlak complaint by Geraldinegregory8
Is it possible to make a governmental complaint against an emlak in turkey without using a lawyer.
@Geraldinegregory8I'm truly sorry you got cheated. There are a lot of hucksters everywhere including Turkey. I hope you weren't cheated out of an extensive amount of money. If so, if I were you, I would pursue legal action. If interested, I know ... Read More
Emlak complaint by Geraldinegregory8
Is it possible to make a governmental complaint against an emlak in turkey without using a lawyer.
@Geraldinegregory8 I know rudimentary Turkish because of my heritage (first generation American born in the USA to Turkish parents) so I used Duckduckgo using the phrase "Emlakçı Nereye Şikayet Edilir" and found this website which ... Read More
News stories for morons[B]Member wants to unsubscribe by alan279
@Gino_C Não quero.
@Gino_C Não quero. - @alan279 You don't want? I don't get your response. Read More
Lets crack a joke in this stress life by Guest6847
Many of us struggle with stress–at work and in our personal life. Like any problem, stress requires a strategic approach to conquer, or at least manage. Stress is real, but we always have a choice–we can let it consume us or we learn to ...
My father passed away last September. My distraught 8 year old daughter through her tears asked me if she'll get to see grandpa when she dies. I told her "Not if you're good". Read More
News stories for morons by Fred
Here's a starterhttps://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/lifestyle/warning-issued-smartwatch-wearers-band-30896628Warning issued to smartwatch wearers as band loaded with harmful bacteria, study saysIt's very probably true, but they neglect to mention the ...
Here is a timely story on a similar vein.https://www.msn.com/en-us/home-and-garden/interior-decorating/christmas-decorations-are-dirtier-than-you-think-hidden-germs-lurking-on-your-tree/ar-AA1wcaZMNobody thinks about this but the good thing is it ... Read More
Using a Container for Turkey by Robina682
Does anyone have information about using a container to take possessions to Turkey,Antalya.
@cdw057 I intend to do the same. It's too much of a hassle to hire a freight company, load a container, go thru customs and then have it transported, from the port, inland another 5 to 6 hours. So far, I've taken a large part of my library of ... Read More
Using a Container for Turkey by Robina682
Does anyone have information about using a container to take possessions to Turkey,Antalya.
I don't have specific information but I do know it is costly. During my most recent visits to Turkey, I pay for extra checked in bags to haul books, clothing and LPs to Turkey. I will be packing up my desktop, laptop and as much as I can ... Read More
New to forum and moving to Antalya by mickrjohnson
Hi all, We are a married couple in out 60s thinking of moving to Antalya. We enjoy pubs/bars, gatherings and having a laugh. We hope to be among an international group of like minded people, who enjoy similar things.
Thank you all for your posts. I suppose we want to be with people from all over, including Turkisk people. We lived in Mexico for a number of years, and our table in the bar was known as the United Nations table, as we had so many different ... Read More
New to forum and moving to Antalya by mickrjohnson
Hi all, We are a married couple in out 60s thinking of moving to Antalya. We enjoy pubs/bars, gatherings and having a laugh. We hope to be among an international group of like minded people, who enjoy similar things.
Another destination to consider is Kusadasi. The cost of living is lower, the summer heat is less pronounced, & there is a fairly large population of Brits and Irish expats. I'm just suggesting as another option. I do not live in Turkey yet ... Read More
About 90/180 rule by acmilan6
Hi,I am slightly confused by 90/180 visa rule. I entered Turkey last June 15, and left Sept 15. Used all 90 day visa free allowance. When can I re enter Turkey to be able to stay again 90 days. Would that be Dec 15?
When a visa is issued, it details 2 dates: 1) Valid from 2) Valid Until. For example, I traveled on Dec 22, 2023 and returned March 17, 2024 which is 86 days. I could have returned and stayed 4 more days max during the visa valid dates. My visa ... Read More
Where to waste your money as an expat? by cdw057
Apart from buying a property and get a residence permit (which is also tricky_I saw so many posts on trivialities (phones for example). But furniture, TV, Internet, service, restaurants, shops,...As a foreigner you are going to be ripped off ...
I deeply regret offending you with my post on phones. Read More
Strategy for Purchasing Cell Phones When Moving to Türkiye by Gino_C
I will hopefully be moving to Türkiye within 2 years and intend to replace my 6 year old iPhone during that time. I found several websites that states that a banderol fee is assessed for registering a phone purchased outside of Türkiye. ...
@azmarina91Yes, if you bring your own phone, then you can use it for 120 days without needing to register it. If 120 days passes without registering it, then the phone becomes blocked. 2025 registration fee is 45,953 TL or $1,330 so it ... Read More
Strategy for Purchasing Cell Phones When Moving to Türkiye by Gino_C
I will hopefully be moving to Türkiye within 2 years and intend to replace my 6 year old iPhone during that time. I found several websites that states that a banderol fee is assessed for registering a phone purchased outside of Türkiye. ...
@cdw057 I worried a bit on your activity (or not) over the last few times, I think I indicated so many topics to discuss about, please pick up on one or two. Many things to be worried about (or happy from time to time) I engage whenever I can ... Read More
Strategy for Purchasing Cell Phones When Moving to Türkiye by Gino_C
I will hopefully be moving to Türkiye within 2 years and intend to replace my 6 year old iPhone during that time. I found several websites that states that a banderol fee is assessed for registering a phone purchased outside of Türkiye. ...
No worries, it’s all good. It’s actually nice to have some engagement with others. Not much activity on this forum. For someone about to undertake a fairly monumental change in my life by moving to Turkey, I try to stay ... Read More
Strategy for Purchasing Cell Phones When Moving to Türkiye by Gino_C
I will hopefully be moving to Türkiye within 2 years and intend to replace my 6 year old iPhone during that time. I found several websites that states that a banderol fee is assessed for registering a phone purchased outside of Türkiye. ...
@Fandango2020 Yeah, I intend to buy another iPhone probably a 14 or 15. I have never owned an Android phone and have an aversion to Android and its creator Google because they ripped off Apple's IOS when I was an investor. Also, Google's ... Read More
Strategy for Purchasing Cell Phones When Moving to Türkiye by Gino_C
I will hopefully be moving to Türkiye within 2 years and intend to replace my 6 year old iPhone during that time. I found several websites that states that a banderol fee is assessed for registering a phone purchased outside of Türkiye. ...
I came to conclusion that Information Technology Ministry is running a rip-off scam basically. I often see exorbitant prices for anything electronic (had my pc motherboard replaced recently - still grinding my teeth in my sleep at how unnecessarily ... Read More
Strategy for Purchasing Cell Phones When Moving to Türkiye by Gino_C
I will hopefully be moving to Türkiye within 2 years and intend to replace my 6 year old iPhone during that time. I found several websites that states that a banderol fee is assessed for registering a phone purchased outside of Türkiye. ...
I want to pass on that I just read on Turkey Travel Planner that the cost of registering a foreign phone in Turkey will rise from the current fee of 31,692 TL to 45,953 TL on January 1st, 2025, a whopping 45% increase. Converted to US dollars, the ... Read More
I want to know details about these Turkish cities. by Jerara
Hello I applied to work with a famous well-reputation institution on Türkiye, with a good offer that has a good balance of salary and package.I have an option to work in one of 3 choices/branches for now. I want to ask about these places of ...
@JeraraI intend to reside in Türkiye in roughly 1.5 years so I'll share my findings from my research in selecting my target city to settle into. Here are my comments to address your questions:Safety/crime - My family and I have travelled ... Read More
Lets crack a joke in this stress life by Guest6847
Many of us struggle with stress–at work and in our personal life. Like any problem, stress requires a strategic approach to conquer, or at least manage. Stress is real, but we always have a choice–we can let it consume us or we learn to ...
A beggar approaches a well dressed man and asks him if he could lend $25. The well dressed man says he only has $10 on him as he doesn't carry much cash. The beggar tells him that's ok, I'll take the $10 and you can pay me back the $15 you owe me ... Read More
Leaving Turkey (no plans) by cdw057
Many people complain that things are more expensive (for expats), this is of course true, we see that every week and taxes and Aidat are increased (massively). I do understand and more importantly accept (is the grass more green in other ...
The cost of living has certainly gone up in Turkey but that is happening worldwide. High costs for food and everyday items are a major point of contention affecting many families here in the USA. People are having to cutback their ... Read More
How to find a good immigration lawyer ? by zhamshr
Hi, l'm from Canada and want to get Turkey citizenship by investment. Would ypu please recommend your immigration lawyer in Istanbul if you already went through the process? Thanks a lot!
To clarify:For citizenship by investment: Minimum $400KFor Short term Residency permit: Minimum $200KI would suggest a visit to the following websites as there is a wealth of information regarding resident ... Read More
Lets crack a joke in this stress life by Guest6847
Many of us struggle with stress–at work and in our personal life. Like any problem, stress requires a strategic approach to conquer, or at least manage. Stress is real, but we always have a choice–we can let it consume us or we learn to ...
Oh right the American spelling for humour . That explains why there is no humour 🤣 -@kengillI tend to find American humour to be forced rather than funny. I tried to watch their comedians, but most are either crap, or rely on swearing to ... Read More
Pros and Cons of Life as an Expat in Turkey by Gino_C
As a soon to be expat, I am anxious and excited to embark on my new life in Turkey. I am aware there will be a lot of positive and negative aspects in my new life and am confident the positives will far outweigh the negatives. One example of an ...
Indeed we do not have a car, too much hassleI agree, it is too much of a hassle to drive, for that reason (amongst many others) the apartment I purchased is in the city center. The location is a center of commerce with shops & restaurants and a ... Read More
Lets crack a joke in this stress life by Guest6847
Many of us struggle with stress–at work and in our personal life. Like any problem, stress requires a strategic approach to conquer, or at least manage. Stress is real, but we always have a choice–we can let it consume us or we learn to ...
During my early years, I lost my job and had no savings. I couldn't even pay my electricity bill. Those were the darkest days of my life.I told my wife my wish was to die while having sex. She remarked "At least it'll be ... Read More
Pros and Cons of Life as an Expat in Turkey by Gino_C
As a soon to be expat, I am anxious and excited to embark on my new life in Turkey. I am aware there will be a lot of positive and negative aspects in my new life and am confident the positives will far outweigh the negatives. One example of an ...
I forgot to mention one other issue with driving. The other aspect of driving is the total mismanagement of regulating the necessary allotment of parking spaces for developers/businesses. The number of cars on the road far exceed the capacity of ... Read More
Pros and Cons of Life as an Expat in Turkey by Gino_C
As a soon to be expat, I am anxious and excited to embark on my new life in Turkey. I am aware there will be a lot of positive and negative aspects in my new life and am confident the positives will far outweigh the negatives. One example of an ...
I wanted provide an update on my latest experiences upon returning from a vacation in Türkiye. Overall, my wife and I were very impressed with nearly all aspects of life in Turkey. People are engaging and friendly. Prices in general are ... Read More
Where is Gino by cdw057
Long time no posts?
@cdw057Good morning cdw057, I’ve not been able to post since I’m on vacation in Türkiye since September 1 and will be sadly returning soon on September 27. The Mrs. and I have been having a blast seeing many sights including ... Read More
TAPU Non-Issuance by hameed1239
Bought off plan apartment from Suryapi in Antalya. The apartment was delivered to me last May. Waiting for TAPU for more than a year. Is this normal?
@hameed1239Maybe I'm asking a dumb question but has the apartment been paid off in full? I'm not familiar with procedures in Turkey but here in the US the deed is not transferred to the owner until the lien is paid in full. Otherwise, you ... Read More
Pros and Cons of Life as an Expat in Turkey by Gino_C
As a soon to be expat, I am anxious and excited to embark on my new life in Turkey. I am aware there will be a lot of positive and negative aspects in my new life and am confident the positives will far outweigh the negatives. One example of an ...
@MushtaqkkAgreed, I was going to look into some kind of water filtration system when I move; the benefits of avoiding the continual aggravations of dealing with hauling containers of water is easily justifiable. As for aggressive driving, it is an ... Read More
Health insurance by janecrrphilae
Hi, can anyone tell me how much the monthly rate of SGK is please (for a couple)? Also, does SGK cover the health insurance requirement for residency, or is another also needed? Many thanks
Veedushi posted the new guides for Turkiye and under healthcare is this Link. Please refer to this as this provides the necessary information including the names of Turkish insurers. Read More
Exploring Turkey for retirement by DeeVos
@Julien We are an American and German couple living in Germany. We have lived a year in Istanbul as my husband has worked there. When thinking about living abroad after retirement, Turkey was one of the places we could imagine living. Especially ...
It's been recently reported in the Turkish media that the number of people migrating to Turkey in 2023 decreased by 35.9% compared to the previous year, amounting to 316,456 people of which 214,779 of the incoming immigrants were foreign ... Read More
Cost of living in Alanya by cdw057
OK there are many complaints recently (electricity/water), also restaurants. But for me personally (cigarettes and alcohol) not too much impact. For expats even a 400% increase in price of tap water (who cares)?, it is used to clean the side walks, ...
In my visits to Türkiye, the last time was in February and March of this year, I have noticed costs were higher compared to previous visits in dollar terms. However, it may be a regional issue for the more touristic destinations. In ... Read More
Looking for Apartment to Buy in Türkiye - Need Advice! (Move Dec2024) by aabidrasool
Hi everyone,We are a family with 2 young kids (11 & 6yrs) and we will be moving to Türkiye in December.I am Currently in the process of finding an apartment to purchase.My goal is to find a place that not only qualifies for a resident ...
@cdw057I am in agreement that the realtor needs to provide full service for expats. It is invaluable. As I mentioned, I do not have much experience regarding real estate agencies and don't know their reputations. To relate my experience in ... Read More
Looking for Apartment to Buy in Türkiye - Need Advice! (Move Dec2024) by aabidrasool
Hi everyone,We are a family with 2 young kids (11 & 6yrs) and we will be moving to Türkiye in December.I am Currently in the process of finding an apartment to purchase.My goal is to find a place that not only qualifies for a resident ...
I would first suggest scouting out potential flats/villas from the two most prominent real estate websites in Türkiye:https://www.hepsiemlak.com/enhttps://www.sahibinden.com/en/for-saleFor the 2nd website, you will need to setup an account ... Read More
Learn/Practice Turkish by Layla Yasmine
Hello,I don’t live in Turkey but I started learning Turkish 2 weeks ago. I go every December to Turkey for the Mevlana Festival in Konya (I’m a Sufí) and want to learn to talk to locals.I’m looking for new friends or people ...
I ran across this YouTube video for language learners touting an app called clozemaster as an option. I do not have any experience with this product but it appears to be an effective tool. I am also trying to expand my Turkish and will give ... Read More
Reviews on Real estate by SJM2024
Hi All!I am a newbie exploring the idea of being an expat in Turkiye. Currently in USA and and just starting to understand the process.Could you share the agencies who helped you? Have you heard of these?Armaya Real estate, ...
Rarely you get 2 years extension; max one year and sometimes even 6 monthly which is frustrating and annoying. We shifted to Turkey in 2023 and got our 2nd renewal for another year till March 2024 though we had applied for two years and deposited ... Read More
Pros and Cons of Life as an Expat in Turkey by Gino_C
As a soon to be expat, I am anxious and excited to embark on my new life in Turkey. I am aware there will be a lot of positive and negative aspects in my new life and am confident the positives will far outweigh the negatives. One example of an ...
@d4zt7bsjThank you for your response. As an optimist, I do have the mindset of embracing my new life to-be with gusto and adventure. As an engineer, I am analytical and a problem solver so I never get into drama or personal matters ... Read More
Pros and Cons of Life as an Expat in Turkey
As a soon to be expat, I am anxious and excited to embark on my new life in Turkey. I am aware there will be a lot of positive and negative aspects in my new life and am confident the positives will far outweigh the negatives. One example of an ... Read More
Cost of living in Alanya (Mahmutlar) by cdw057
There are many websites to show the cost of living in Turkey, however to me they same to be outdated (I give some updates from time to time).Some of the websites show far too low expenses. Real estate prices are in general with my ...
@d4zt7bsjEverything is relative to expectations but I would agree that $1,625 (EUR 1500) not including rent/mortgage for most couples should provide a fulfilling lifestyle. I can guess that if food expenses are mostly derived from eating out, ... Read More
Please help received job offer by AdiraSan
I receive a job offer from an international school with a true good-to-be-true offer. There was no interview and yet they offered me a job(is this normal). And then, it was mentioned that I have to go to a different agency to pay for the ...
Either you are so exceptional and reputable that an interview can be bypassed for a high paying job or it is a scam. Read More
Strategy for Purchasing Cell Phones When Moving to Türkiye by Gino_C
I will hopefully be moving to Türkiye within 2 years and intend to replace my 6 year old iPhone during that time. I found several websites that states that a banderol fee is assessed for registering a phone purchased outside of Türkiye. ...
@cdw057I'm all in for lazy living as well. There is always an abundance of things to do, particularly if my wife has anything to do with it. My current phone is 6 years old and would rather purchase my next phone in Türkiye when I move in 1.5 ... Read More
Strategy for Purchasing Cell Phones When Moving to Türkiye by Gino_C
I will hopefully be moving to Türkiye within 2 years and intend to replace my 6 year old iPhone during that time. I found several websites that states that a banderol fee is assessed for registering a phone purchased outside of Türkiye. ...
It's better than paying 30,000 every single year. Can you clarify, the registration fee is annual or did you mean to state the 30K is a one time registration fee? Read More
Strategy for Purchasing Cell Phones When Moving to Türkiye by Gino_C
I will hopefully be moving to Türkiye within 2 years and intend to replace my 6 year old iPhone during that time. I found several websites that states that a banderol fee is assessed for registering a phone purchased outside of Türkiye. ...
Buying a cheap phone abroad may not make much sense, but for those who desire luxury, such as an iPhone 15 Pro 1TB+, it is worth considering purchasing abroad. You can save $500-700, but if you usually buy phones in the $200-500 price range, ... Read More
Strategy for Purchasing Cell Phones When Moving to Türkiye by Gino_C
I will hopefully be moving to Türkiye within 2 years and intend to replace my 6 year old iPhone during that time. I found several websites that states that a banderol fee is assessed for registering a phone purchased outside of Türkiye. ...
@Liyana1Yes, unfortunately you will have to register your phone prior to the 120 day limit or you will be blocked just like @janecrrphilae experienced. I've tried to find information on whether there are exceptions to the fee for newcomers and ... Read More
Strategy for Purchasing Cell Phones When Moving to Türkiye
I will hopefully be moving to Türkiye within 2 years and intend to replace my 6 year old iPhone during that time. I found several websites that states that a banderol fee is assessed for registering a phone purchased outside of Türkiye. ... Read More
Indian community in Türkiye by Fatima_khan
Is there any Indian community living in Türkiye looking forward to migrate to Türkiye so I want to know how many Indian are already migrated to Türkiye....Thank you:)
@Gino_C Okay thank you so much for your comment but can you tell me who's binoy? As I alluded to your comment that you hadn't seen any Turk being good with Indians and they have a very bad image of Indians, I provided you ... Read More
Shopping centers by cdw057
In a way I am very sad, what are these big shopping centers in Mahmutlar? I Will certainly not go (my wife sometimes (for books in Russian)). Mahmutlar is not too big but now 2 modern shopping centers (apart from MMM which is fine)Yekta Mall ...
@cdw057I agree with your comments. Here in Minneapolis, we have the Mall of America which is more of an attraction than a place for shopping. It is known as the largest mall in United States with an indoor amusement park in the center of the mall. ... Read More
Indian community in Türkiye by Fatima_khan
Is there any Indian community living in Türkiye looking forward to migrate to Türkiye so I want to know how many Indian are already migrated to Türkiye....Thank you:)
@cdw057 oh I really appreciate your comment I haven't seen any Turk yet being good with indian they have a very bad image of Indians but we love turks not all but only our community hope you understand we're planning to settle in ... Read More
Long term rental by GlobeTrotter427
In search of a long term rental - at least one month. Are there websites with rental listings in Turkiye?
@GlobeTrotter427Rent prices vary greatly depending on city, neighborhood and the level of amenities of the apartment. So a stated average rent may not correlate to your expectations. The two websites I published above offers a search for ... Read More
Buying a House in Turkey by evelinfree25
To buy a house in turkey , you need to pay full ammount of the house price or you can apply for a morgage ? as a tourist
@GlobeTrotter427Seems like the list may be dated or there may not be any additional restrictions. This website directs you to the official Turkish website listing the restricted neighborhoods.BTW, most visitors do get enthralled with Turkey when ... Read More
Long term rental by GlobeTrotter427
In search of a long term rental - at least one month. Are there websites with rental listings in Turkiye?
@GlobeTrotter427The short answer is that I am a first generation American with Turkish parents. Born in Bismarck and lived in the USA for almost all of my life except for 3 years in Turkey in my youth, I never considered living abroad. ... Read More