InterNations - The Place for Bulgarians in Istanbul

Zdravejte to all Bulgarians in Istanbul! Searching for other Bulgarians in Istanbul? Looking for reliable and useful insider tips from fellow Bulgarians for example, where in Istanbul can I find a Bulgarian restaurant? Or where in Istanbul can I find some sarma?

Join InterNations today and become a member of our Istanbul community. By becoming a member, you will join our active group of Bulgarian expats, coming from all corners of Bulgaria, from Sofia, Plovdiv, Burgas, and many more.

Sven Baudach

Sven Baudach

My business partners, also mainly expats, and me, we always use the wonderful InterNations Events as an informal get-togethers.

Maggy Roswick

Maggy Roswick

With all the great information and contacts provided by InterNations, it was no big deal to get settled in Istanbul.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love InterNations in Istanbul

91,170
members in Istanbul
649
Bulgarian members
95
monthly events
5,347
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Meet fellow Bulgarians at our events in Istanbul

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow Bulgarians in Istanbul.

Eminönü-Tahtakale-Mahmutpaşa Trip (Old Town)
Eminönü-Tahtakale-Mahmutpaşa Trip (Old Town)
We invite you to visit the inn. Our tour plan, accompanied by an experienced guide, (Özgür İstanbul's Guide Hanifi Öz) -Yeni Camii Hünkar Köşkü / New Mosque Sultan's Mansion -New Mosque - Spice Bazaar - Mehmet Efendi / Coffe Roaster -Beta İnn / Tahmis İnn / Coffee Roasting Inn - Honey Trade Center
We invite you to visit the inn. Our tour plan, accompanied by an experienced guide, (Özgür İstanbul's Guide Hanifi Öz) -Yeni Camii Hünkar Köşkü / New Mosque Sultan's Mansion -New Mosque - Spice Bazaar - Mehmet Efendi / Coffe Roaster -Beta İnn / Tahmis İnn / Coffee Roasting Inn - Honey Trade Center
Free Piano Recital by Lal Karaalioğlu
Free Piano Recital by Lal Karaalioğlu
🎹 Melodies by the Bosphorus – Piano Recital by Lal Karaalioğlu 📍 (...) Protected content (...) Join us for an enchanting evening of classical music at the Austrian Cultural Forum Istanbul, featuring the gifted pianist Lal Karaalioğlu as part of the “We Are the Stars of the Future” concert se
🎹 Melodies by the Bosphorus – Piano Recital by Lal Karaalioğlu 📍 (...) Protected content (...) Join us for an enchanting evening of classical music at the Austrian Cultural Forum Istanbul, featuring the gifted pianist Lal Karaalioğlu as part of the “We Are the Stars of the Future” concert se
Free Piano Concert
Free Piano Concert
Program: Emilie Mayer Sonate in d-Moll 1. Allegro 2. Scherzo 3. Un poco adagio 4. Allegro animato Ludwig van Beethoven Fantasie g-Moll op. 77 Pause Clara Schumann Variationen für Klavier über ein Thema von Robert Schumann f-Moll op. 20 Robert Schumann Acht Fantasiestücke op. 12 1. De
Program: Emilie Mayer Sonate in d-Moll 1. Allegro 2. Scherzo 3. Un poco adagio 4. Allegro animato Ludwig van Beethoven Fantasie g-Moll op. 77 Pause Clara Schumann Variationen für Klavier über ein Thema von Robert Schumann f-Moll op. 20 Robert Schumann Acht Fantasiestücke op. 12 1. De
InterNations Istanbul November Expat Only Network Event
We’re thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Expat Only Event — a special evening designed just for you! Let’s kick off the weekend early with a special gathering on Thursday, November 20 at one of Istanbul’s most stunning spots — Bar 212! 🌊✨ This evening is all about you — the expat community. W
We’re thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Expat Only Event — a special evening designed just for you! Let’s kick off the weekend early with a special gathering on Thursday, November 20 at one of Istanbul’s most stunning spots — Bar 212! 🌊✨ This evening is all about you — the expat community. W

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Weekend Activities Group
Weekend Activities Group
Out of the Office Group
Out of the Office Group
Singles Group
Singles Group
Trekking & Hiking Group
Trekking & Hiking Group

Bulgarian Expats in Istanbul Exchange Tips and Advice

InterNations is the perfect place for Bulgarian expats in Istanbul to find the help and resources they have been looking for. The "Queen Of Cities" will soon become your new home with our InterNations community - we help you to take full advantage of your new life here!

  • Get to know Istanbul’s Bulgarian expats.
  • Join today and find everything you need through our Expat Forums and entries from fellow Bulgarians in Istanbul.
  • Read through our extensive Expat Guides to receive useful information on Istanbul.

Mingle with Fellow Bulgarians in Istanbul at Our Events and Activities

Our Istanbul community is also very active offline. Our members get to enjoy a range of events and activities on monthly and weekly basis, e.g. a great dinner at Istanbul’s fanciest restaurant organized by our InterNations Ambassadors, or a weekend trip to explore Turkey’s unique vibe. These events and activities are a perfect and casual way to get in touch with fellow Bulgarian expats in your city and Bulgarians in Turkey. Interested? Simply sign up for membership and join the ranks of our Bulgarians living in Istanbul.