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Looking for Iranian Expats in Istanbul?

  • Meet Iranians in Istanbul

  • Get information in our Istanbul guide

  • Join exciting events and activities

  • Exchange tips about expat life in Istanbul

  • Sven Baudach

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

InterNations - The Place for Iranians in Istanbul

Dorood bar shoma to all Iranians in Istanbul! Searching for other Iranians in Istanbul? Looking for reliable and useful insider tips from fellow Iranians for example, where in Istanbul can I find a Iranian restaurant? Or where in Istanbul can I find some nan-e kabab?

Join InterNations today and become a member of our Istanbul community. By becoming a member, you will join our active group of Iranian expats, coming from all corners of Iran, from Tehran, Mashad, Isfahan, and many more.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love InterNations in Istanbul

91,170
members in Istanbul
4,231
Iranian members
95
monthly events
84
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Meet fellow Iranians 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 Iranians in Istanbul.

Dear InterNations friends, Let’s unwind together after a busy week with an evening of good food, great company, and warm conversation! 🌸 This time, we’ll gather at International Restaurant, a hidde
Oct 30, 2025, 5:00 PM
27 attendees
Let's meet and explore the new Terminal Kadıköy Turkey's 1. world's 8th Time Out Market with 21 different street food stands and vaious restaurants. Terminal İstanbul is the starting point of anatolia
Say goodbye to weekday fatigue — and hello to weekend energy! Join us this Thursday Night for a vibrant Networking Event designed to recharge your spirit and get you ready for the weekend. Imagine thi
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 I

Want to meet other Iranians at our events?

  • Community Member
    From Iran, living in Istanbul
  • Community Member
    From Iran, living in Istanbul
  • Community Member
    From Iran, living in Istanbul
  • Community Member
    From Iran, living in Istanbul
  • Community Member
    From Iran, living in Istanbul

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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!

Find other Iranians to share your hobbies with

Iranian Expats in Istanbul Exchange Tips and Advice

InterNations is the perfect place for Iranian 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 Iranian expats.
  • Join today and find everything you need through our Expat Forums and entries from fellow Iranians in Istanbul.
  • Read through our extensive Expat Guides to receive useful information on Istanbul.

Mingle with Fellow Iranians 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 Iranian expats in your city and Iranians in Turkey. Interested? Simply sign up for membership and join the ranks of our Iranians living in Istanbul.

  • Sven Baudach

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

  • Maggy Roswick

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

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