Colin Guest
@Tigerman
English expat in Türkiye
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About me
English
Lives in Istanbul
Speaks English
Registration: 12 June 2011
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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
New resident permit regulations in Turkey by -gray-
Hi, Does anyone have any experience with the new residence permit regulations in Turkey? What do you need to apply? Where do you apply? How long roughly does it take? Any other hints or tips would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
I have heard the blue residence book is being replaced with an ID card similar to what Turkish citizens have. The cost for this is I hear very low compared to old book. 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
Dear Expats in İstanbul by Ayshegul
I have been thinking about on a project for expat community in İstanbul. And I would love to hear from your point of view. What are the problems you faced with in Turkey for health issue? What kind of service/ system would be better serve for ...
Hi there, The main concern re health insurance in Turkey is that unless the rules have changed yet again, all resident expats in Turkey must have health insurance. I understand that some nationalities are covered from their own countries. also if ... 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
to all expats! by Armageddon
hi guys... I just a bit curious about your thoughts on turkey and turks...how did you imangine turkey and turks before coming here and anything changed positive or negative since you been here? Thanx..
To be honest I had no idea of what life would be like in Turkey before coming here to work over 20 years ago. I accepted a married status contract on a hotel complex just outside what is now the resort town of Kemer, Antalya, which turned out to be ... Read More
Cost of living in Turkey by Tigerman
For a start do not take too much notice of what is said in the English version of the newspapers re economic/living costs here. unfortunately like many countries in the world prices are on the increase. Just take a walk around Kippa and you will see ...
Dead on, Here people don't really care what you have or may not have.They care more about the person. I have lived here for over 20 years and during that time have seen many changes, some good and some not so good. In this region there is very ... Read More