InterNations - A Place for French in Istanbul

Bonjour to all French in Istanbul! Would you like to meet fellow French expats in Istanbul? Would you like to get insider suggestions from other French, e.g. where in Istanbul your hometown team’s next match is shown on TV or where to get foie gras?

We would like to invite you to become a member of InterNations Istanbul. As a member of InterNations, you will have access to an active group of French expats, hailing from Paris, Nice, Lyon and all regions of France.

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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
1,544
French members
95
monthly events
5,347
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Meet fellow French 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 French in Istanbul.

 Drinks and Snacks in Kalamış
Drinks and Snacks in Kalamış
You're invited to an after-work beer and snacks night with a small group in Kalamış on Wednesday evening. The event will take place at Zeplin Bar, one of the popular pubs on the Anatolian side of Istanbul. Everyone will pay for their own order.
You're invited to an after-work beer and snacks night with a small group in Kalamış on Wednesday evening. The event will take place at Zeplin Bar, one of the popular pubs on the Anatolian side of Istanbul. Everyone will pay for their own order.
Let's Come Together for the 2000's Quiz Night
Let's Come Together for the 2000's Quiz Night
🎙Let's come together for the special quiz edition 2000's Quiz Night (QN # 87), to have a pleasant evening while testing your knowledge with quiz questions, pictures and music! Join us for the 2000’s Quiz Night at our new venue in Kadıköy. You can participate in the competition with a maximum of 5
🎙Let's come together for the special quiz edition 2000's Quiz Night (QN # 87), to have a pleasant evening while testing your knowledge with quiz questions, pictures and music! Join us for the 2000’s Quiz Night at our new venue in Kadıköy. You can participate in the competition with a maximum of 5
After Work Socializing Around Vadi Istanbul  5-Star Hotel V-18
🍹🍴 Join us for an unforgettable culinary experience at our 5-star Hotel Bar in the heart of Vadistanbul! 🍴🍹 🍸 Need a mid-week escape? Enjoy an afternoon cocktail, pre-dinner drinks with appetizers, or a nightcap. Our talented mixologists will craft the perfect drink to match your mood. Don't m
🍹🍴 Join us for an unforgettable culinary experience at our 5-star Hotel Bar in the heart of Vadistanbul! 🍴🍹 🍸 Need a mid-week escape? Enjoy an afternoon cocktail, pre-dinner drinks with appetizers, or a nightcap. Our talented mixologists will craft the perfect drink to match your mood. Don't m
Let’s Connect at the April Networking & Party Mix Event!
Get ready—because on April 17th we’re bringing together amazing people, great energy, and a whole lot of fun! We’ll kick things off with a relaxed networking session filled with friendly conversations, new connections, and good vibes all around. But wait… the REAL party starts after 21:00! 🎧 Our DJ
Get ready—because on April 17th we’re bringing together amazing people, great energy, and a whole lot of fun! We’ll kick things off with a relaxed networking session filled with friendly conversations, new connections, and good vibes all around. But wait… the REAL party starts after 21:00! 🎧 Our DJ

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Why French expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our French members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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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

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French Expats in Istanbul Help You With Their Advice

With InterNations, French expats in Istanbul are able to find both the help they need as well as lots of valuable information. The "Queen Of Cities" offers so much for expats to explore - our community helps you enjoy your stay to the fullest.

  • Look through our Members Network to connect with Istanbul’s French expats.
  • Become active in our Expat Forums in order to find insider tips and suggestions from fellow French expats in Istanbul.
  • Make full use of the Expat Guide for Istanbul to obtain important information on your temporary home abroad.

Mix and Mingle with French in Istanbul at Our Events

Our Istanbul community is also lively and welcoming offline. The InterNations Ambassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience in Istanbul’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow French expats to discover Aegean Turkey, between the azure sea and silvery olive groves. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from France in your local community and meet French in Turkey in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our French living in Istanbul!

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