Pariste
French looking for information about Türkiye
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Registration: 04 August 2021
Tour operator license by Fedy23
Hello all! Hope you are all well. I would like to apply for a license to work as a tour operator in Antalya I am qualified as a tour operator in Italy and I'm currently living in Antalya. I have a residence permit. What are the requirements? Or ...
@Fedy23PROCESS OF PROCEDUREThe legal entity who wants to obtain a travel agency business license applies to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Turkey with a petition and, if any, documents related to trademark registration to ... Read More
Overstaying my tourist visa a day by hughesa1
My 90tg day is the 27th, tomorrow. It is much more convenient that I leave on the 28th instead. I'm wondering if there will be a fine, and how much.
@Borraro Well, seems to me she's clever... Read More
Overstaying my tourist visa a day by hughesa1
My 90tg day is the 27th, tomorrow. It is much more convenient that I leave on the 28th instead. I'm wondering if there will be a fine, and how much.
Whatever ... So much stupidity in this world and so many psychopaths, I really don't care ! Read More
Overstaying my tourist visa a day by hughesa1
My 90tg day is the 27th, tomorrow. It is much more convenient that I leave on the 28th instead. I'm wondering if there will be a fine, and how much.
Cheryl,Don't point finger on me, but to to guy who overreacted. In addition I asked him to leave me alone and he continued. What is this message about ? Other people didn't agreed with the guy either. I think you did not read all the ... Read More
Negative views of other contributors
@cdw057 What is wrong with you ? I asked you polite to leave me alone. You just don't get it ! You know exactly what I meant by the aggression of the Belgians towards the French, you're just from the area. And your reactions to exceeding the ... Read More
Negative views of other contributors
From now on, the discussion is closed. I am fed up of your useless arrogance ! You don't know anything about me, but everybody can see who you are, based on your marvelous replica ! Read More
Overstaying my tourist visa a day
Mr. @cdw057, please stop this verbal aggression, it is not appreciated at all. You didn't like my and others' reply and you twisted the subject. Now the target is no longer the person who exceeded the visa by one day, but me ! Great job !- ... Read More
Living in Turkey? Expat.com needs you! by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Hope you are doing well. We are currently looking for volunteers to help the expat community in Turkey. If you are interested in helping the other members in your spare time, answering their queries and sharing useful ...
cdw057 , It is not about fight, I express my opinion like you did. That's all.I don't have this right ? Just you have ? If you don't like what I wrote, you can block me too, or you can ignore my comments. Also, other people in this forum did ... Read More
Overstaying my tourist visa a day by hughesa1
My 90tg day is the 27th, tomorrow. It is much more convenient that I leave on the 28th instead. I'm wondering if there will be a fine, and how much.
@Baybars Zaimoglu 😁 Nice thoughts but doesn't work like this. They count 90 days in the last 6 month. Practically one can stay 3 month, then 3 month have to go, then can come back again 3 month. Read More
Overstaying my tourist visa a day by hughesa1
My 90tg day is the 27th, tomorrow. It is much more convenient that I leave on the 28th instead. I'm wondering if there will be a fine, and how much.
@Katie Erickson Very helpful. It is very nice of you to share this experience. Read More
Overstaying my tourist visa a day
@cdw057 You should stick with the rules to not invade Europe as well ! Emigrants (based on international law) and asylum seekers, have to ask for asylum in the first country they arrive, and not where they would like to be. So, the Turkish who ... Read More
Overstaying my tourist visa a day
@cdw057 You have an anger management problem. Do you have any idea how many Turkish people are in Europe, how many are out of visa and how many claim political asylum just for find a better life???If the person had intended to stay much longer, ... 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 ...
If you are in pension, yes. No problem. But if one looking for to find a way to live there, is another story. You have to know the language at least at a conversational level. The language can be a huge handicap for integration, finding a job, have ... Read More
Turkey Cost of Living 2022 by Fandango2020
This is an update to my previous post back in 2020 .. reasons why to move or retire in Turkey. Well, things changed world wide :( The Covid disastor, the lack of available truck drivers, the high delays and cost of international shipping, ...
Yas. Just residence.No right to work. Read More
Turkey Mersin by Guest97853
I have tried living in Mersin for the past 4 months. My husband is Turkish and I am looking for friends who can speak English and really just friends to help me retire there in the near future. Finding gender equality challenging there and according ...
@sinemolmezer hi, No, I didn't. Izmir is nice. Also the area around. 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 ...
@Layla Yasmine Yunus institute is free. Not easy. Courses online. Just Google and apply. Let me know how is going on. paris@art-tour.eu Read More
interest and inflation by karmsun
Hi everyone, What's the interest rate on deposit accounts and how is the inflation rate in Turkey. What are the best banks with highest interest rates and lowest or no transaction fees that have English speaking workforce ? Thanks, Paul
:o YES, 16 to 18 % 😱😳😤🤔☹ and I think is difficult to manage this. Even 3,5 % is big in local currency. Italy banks offer 1% and less. France 2% to 2,5% and less East European countries 3 - 3,5 % ... Considering ... Read More
Living in Turkey by Kaplan_George
Hi everyone. Every day I see more and more posts about people wanting to move to Turkey. I have a few pieces of advice. First, check out Doc Martin's invaluable files on Facebook. Link here: goo.gl/IUw8uy Come and rent first before you buy and ...
Dear Mr Kaplan, You have been living in Turkey for some time ... now. Can I have a private, short conversation with you by phone, please ? My mail: paris@art-tour.eu My phone: +33 6 72 50 57 00 (WhatsApp) If the answer is no, it is very ok, ... Read More
New Offer Fake??? by Guest7885
I received an offer from Ozberk Holding without any form of an interview. I already suspected this was from a fraud team. I closely look into the Ozberk Holdings official website and the contact number was different from one on the offer letter and ...
ATTENTION ❗❗❗ Do not pay neither one TL for any job ! They are scams. For jobs online / remote, you will be asked to join an online meeting / presentation and after one hour talk about nothing, they will ask you for money, for ... Read More
Massive job adverts on the Turkey forum by Priscilla
Hi everyone, I would like to inform you that a few weeks ago we had an influx of job requests on the forum. As such, we have decided to write a short guideline to help the new comers on the forum. If you are looking for a job or if you want to ...
ATTENTION ❗❗❗ Do not pay neither one TL for any job ! They are scams. For jobs online / remote, you will be asked to join an online meeting / presentation and after one hour talk about nothing, they will ask you for money, for ... Read More
Beware of scammers - Fake job offers from Turkey by infoaboutTurkey
Dear all, With number of increasing threads about job offers you might take from Turkey, I have decided to create a main topic for our visitors to be informed of this situation. * Work permit licence is rarely given and have couple of rules to be ...
ATTENTION ❗❗❗ Do not pay neither one TL for any job ! They are scams. For jobs online / remote, you will be asked to join an online meeting / presentation and after one hour talk about nothing, they will ask you for money, for ... Read More
Looking to purchase an apartment in Izmir... by BGHAYUR
I am nearing my retirement and hoping to settle in Turkey. I am more interested in living among the Turkish folks as I'd be very bored if I don't learn the language and culture quickly. Any ideas what parts of Izmir are safe, not overly ...
Attention, the law was changed started with 5 of January 2022 ❗ You can NOT get the Turkish citizenship for 250.000 $ anymore. The new level is 500.000 $. Not having a passport, you need a serious health insurance for be fully covered. ... Read More
price of cars by karmsun
Is the price of cars shown in Numbeo correct ? It shows a Toyota Corolla Sedan or Volkswagen Golf around USD 30,000 Any suggestions where to buy new/used cars that are reputable dealers with good deals ? Thank you
Good question. Read More
price of cars by karmsun
Is the price of cars shown in Numbeo correct ? It shows a Toyota Corolla Sedan or Volkswagen Golf around USD 30,000 Any suggestions where to buy new/used cars that are reputable dealers with good deals ? Thank you
Interesting question. 🤔 I am not surprised by anything in this world !!!😂😂😂 Read More
New members of the Turkey forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 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 ...
:D Nice job you have. Read More
Turkish Girl real or fake? by Ozan124
Hello, This is my first post. My question is, am I being used here? I am a good looking man, not the best but okay lol, I live in London England and am turkish Cypriot with a good Turkish speaking accent better the most Cypriots. I met a girl ...
Well, if she didn't ask and you offered... then it is ok. Remember, we live in a strange time right now, people struggle. Who knows ... Read More
Turkish Girl real or fake? by Ozan124
Hello, This is my first post. My question is, am I being used here? I am a good looking man, not the best but okay lol, I live in London England and am turkish Cypriot with a good Turkish speaking accent better the most Cypriots. I met a girl ...
I am woman and I tell you she simply should not ask you for money. If you know each other for at least 6 month /one year, and you offer her help /money because you realise she may need it, this is other story. She can accept. It is ok. But if she ... Read More
Turkish Girl real or fake? by Ozan124
Hello, This is my first post. My question is, am I being used here? I am a good looking man, not the best but okay lol, I live in London England and am turkish Cypriot with a good Turkish speaking accent better the most Cypriots. I met a girl ...
Very correct. Read More
Turkish Girl real or fake? by Ozan124
Hello, This is my first post. My question is, am I being used here? I am a good looking man, not the best but okay lol, I live in London England and am turkish Cypriot with a good Turkish speaking accent better the most Cypriots. I met a girl ...
Ask her to be available on WhatsApp, any time you call her, even for a short time. It is free call if one has internet. And now internet is evrywhere. Even she can't talk, you can see her on camera. You can get a feeling. If she refuses, find ... Read More
New members of the Turkey forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021
Mr. Ali Al Marsomi, Your Center in Ankara offer courses online, too? I am a truly beginner, living in France and I would like to learn Turkish online. How much cost and if you have a link to an website that displays information about your course. ... Read More
New members of the Turkey forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 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 ...
- request visa - take a fly - rent a flat for one year where you want to be - pay a lawyer for papers - in one, two months you are done. QUESTION How can I find developers in a city / country to buy direct from them ? Thank you. Read More
Transferring USD outside Turkey is prohibited. Is this true? by NKataya
Hello, I am helping my aunt move to Istanbul so I am researching for her what she needs to do once she gets there and where to go to open a bank account. I have been researching for good banks for expats, required paperwork and possibility of ...
This is a serious issue. If you have more information about prohibition of transferring $ outside of Turkey (I suppose other currency €, £, the same), please let people know. Seams to me unbelievable but in this world evrything is ... Read More
Appartment need someone to manage rent it by Abdelmalek19
Salam alikoum, I have resident in Turkey (Fethiye)and i would like someone to manage it for rent and take care about. Abdelmalek
Try a local agency, real estate or even a travel agency. Be sure you have a good contract in place and some cash garancy. Read More
Look for job
Don't post here. Please, post on the job section. There are sites for jobs. Read More
Health Requirments for over seventy years of age by Alsyapal
Hi Guys I understand that medical insurance do not cover over sixty fives. So if I become a resident for say two years what do I have to do to get hospital treatment ? Alan
Buy an insurance. Is not so expensive in Turkey like in SUA or even EU. If you are resident in Turkey, if you legally live there, you may have the access of free healthcare system in Turkey. Check with a lawyer. Google free advice for foreigners ... Read More
New members of the Turkey forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 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 ...
Hi Babs and Alan, Hospitals are everywhere in Turkey, and the Aegean and Southern coasts are wonderful. However, it is good to choose a place where there are bigger hospitals, that offer a wider range of services. If you need a specialist, to not ... Read More
New members of the Turkey forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 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 ...
Hi Mr. George Kaplan, I just want to ask how is the atmosphere in Bodrum ? As I understood you live there. There were tourists this summer, it returns to normal, or the situation is still difficult ? I'm thinking of a relocation in the future ... Read More
Residence permit by florencechatadza01
Hi guys, I'm moving to Instabul in the beginning of October coming from Zimbabwe, I would like to know the process of applying for residence permit and what documents do they need when applying
Welcome. Read More
Residence permit by florencechatadza01
Hi guys, I'm moving to Instabul in the beginning of October coming from Zimbabwe, I would like to know the process of applying for residence permit and what documents do they need when applying
Florence, To have a residence permit without having headache and troubles, you have to have : a visa to enter the country (Turkey), then to rent official, with documents a flat (no matter how big or small it is, expensive or cheap), then go to the ... Read More
Job employment by tubcwilliams
I am Tubman Chima Williams from Nigeria, I am a very easy going person who love meeting people who are tolerant and caring confidential, I want to live and work in turkey permanently
☹ I use to have news from you / from Kusadasi and I am sad when I don't have. 😥 Read More
Job employment by tubcwilliams
I am Tubman Chima Williams from Nigeria, I am a very easy going person who love meeting people who are tolerant and caring confidential, I want to live and work in turkey permanently
*** Read More
Residence permit (ikamet) / Bank account conditions by Jul@TheWorld
Hi all, I am brand new here and brand new in Turkey. I have had a look at the forum but could not find an answer to my following question. I am about to apply for a residence permit for one year as my wife (Turkish citizen) is going to work from ...
Regarding banks online. Revolut it is a good choice. Read More
I'm looking for a nanny job by someonethere
Can you help me to find a job?and a legit agency here in the philippines to help me to go there
Dear Priscilla, Yes, ''Expat.com'' is not a job portal indeed, but it is a portal where people interact, socialise, ask for help like ''I need a nanny'' (if they need a nanny), exchange information of all types ... Read More
English speaking women in Istanbul by Kate1818
Hello I'm Kate , I'm originally from the UK but now living in Istanbul with my husband and our baby. I would love to meet other English speaking women in Istanbul? 😊
Hello Kate, Nice to meet you. Pariste from Paris. Maybe one day we can meet. Read More
Iranian wants to work in turkye by Nika Shourehdeli
I’m an Iranian woman and works as a midwife. I would like to move to turkye and work there, but I do t know where to start. Can someone help me?
Forget it. Jobs in tourism are gone long ago in Turkey. Try other field of activity. Tourism will not be back soon. In Europe people's expectations refers to 5 years... Read More
Job and come to Turkish by Aahil Ibrahim
I need a job in turkish and i want settle in turkish .. I need help to come turkey and do a work .
Thank you for sharing the links. Very kind indeed. Sincerely Read More
Go to Turkey on visit visa and find a job by Inzamam Ulhaque
Hi Guys, I am a 26 years old Indian with Bachelor Degree in English Literature and having 3 years of experience in Business Development/Sales. I have decided to go to Turkey (June 2021) on visit visa for three months and find a job for me, so I can ...
The virus, the ongoing crisis, the racism after the Syrian war ... all together makes Turkey a place which is not exactly a paradise for job seekers. At least not for the moment. For pensioners, different story. Evry pension from EU is enough to ... Read More
Job and come to Turkish by Aahil Ibrahim
I need a job in turkish and i want settle in turkish .. I need help to come turkey and do a work .
Thank you for sharing the links. Very much appreciated. Sincerely, Read More
Residence permit (ikamet) / Bank account conditions by Jul@TheWorld
Hi all, I am brand new here and brand new in Turkey. I have had a look at the forum but could not find an answer to my following question. I am about to apply for a residence permit for one year as my wife (Turkish citizen) is going to work from ...
Sir, don't transfer any money in Turkey. They should accept your bank statement. Worse case spend money for an official translation of the bank statement. TL it is very unstable. You don't need headache. If you want, you can open a bank ... Read More
Beware of scammers - Fake job offers from Turkey by infoaboutTurkey
Dear all, With number of increasing threads about job offers you might take from Turkey, I have decided to create a main topic for our visitors to be informed of this situation. * Work permit licence is rarely given and have couple of rules to be ...
I don't understand, why they offer fake jobs ??? What they earn ??? Read More
Job and come to Turkish by Aahil Ibrahim
I need a job in turkish and i want settle in turkish .. I need help to come turkey and do a work .
Istanbul Read More
Looking for a work permit in İzmir by Guest3456
Hi folks, I am currently staying in İzmir with my partner, I am a British citizen and she is Turkish. I would like to find work here and I'm wondering where is the best place to look. I am an experienced web and graphic designer. I am ...
Hi, Approach both companies and LinkedIn, you have nothing to loose. In your field, speaking perfect English (you are native) and with a little bit Turkish (take a Tömer course online, is cheap and good), you should not have a problem to find ... Read More
Job opportunity by jouanabalkis
I am planning to move to Istanbul soon and I am looking for a job opportunity in an English speaking organization since I speak only English and Arabic. Kindly share any references or recommendations.
Carole, in all countries of the world now the local language "it is a must". And you need at least 2 years to learn it, if you do not live there... Read More
Residence permit by saeed hassanpour
Hello, Does anybody know what options do I have to get a residence permit in turkey?
Ok. Thank you. Read More
Teaching English in Istanbul by giraffe92
Is this a relatively easy thing to do? I'm a UK national looking to move to Istanbul later in the year, I'm hoping to teach English over there. Any tips? What qualifications are preferred (i.e TEFL etc? Any help or advice would be greatly ...
Dear Peyman44, Did you achieve to move in Istanbul and teach English ? If yes, how was your experience ? Thank you. Pariste Read More
Residence permit by saeed hassanpour
Hello, Does anybody know what options do I have to get a residence permit in turkey?
Ok. Thank you. I didn't know that can be a problem. Read More
Residence permit by saeed hassanpour
Hello, Does anybody know what options do I have to get a residence permit in turkey?
Hi Karsum, Can I get some information regarding the resident permit and anything else you may know. Work permit, helth insurance, an excellent, distant lawyer, how can I open a bank account ASAP... Regards, *** Thank you for any help Read More
Can someone learn Turkish in 3 months ? by Fawzi918
Turkish language is one of the difficult language I've encountered . I'm so fascinated in this language because there are lots of common words between my language ( Arabic ) and Turkish. Therefore , I challenged myself to learn it in 3 ...
Who can help for a comision to buy a house there? Read More