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InterNations - The Place for Koreans in Istanbul

Hwangyong-hamnida to all Koreans in Istanbul! Searching for other Koreans in Istanbul? Looking for reliable and useful insider tips from fellow Koreans for example, where in Istanbul can I find a South Korean restaurant? Or where in Istanbul can I find some kimchi?

Join InterNations today and become a member of our Istanbul community. By becoming a member, you will join our active group of South Korean expats, coming from all corners of South Korea, from Seoul, Incheon, Busan, 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

Korean members

monthly events

interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Meet fellow Koreans 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 Koreans in Istanbul.

Let’s Connect at the February Networking Event!

5. February 2026, 16:00

224 attendees

We’d love for you to join us for a relaxed and friendly Networking Event! It’s the perfect chance to meet our new members, catch up with familiar faces, and share ideas in a warm atmosphere. Let’s build meaningful connections together! Dress Code: Sm

Don Giovanni Opera

5. February 2026, 17:00

11 attendees

Let’s enjoy one of Mozart’s greatest masterpieces together! We’ll meet for a pre-show gathering at 19:00 at (...) Protected content (...) for the 20:00 performance of Don Giovanni. About the Opera: Don Giovanni is a dramatic and darkly comic journey following the legendary seducer Don Juan. Mozar

Turkish Tea: the Best. Chat: Even Better.

5. February 2026, 18:00

7 attendees

Turkish Tea: The Best. Chat: Even Better. ☕️✨ On a chilly day, let’s warm up with a cup of Turkish tea and enjoy some fun conversation 🧣💬

InterNations Istanbul Mega Party Night @360

13. February 2026, 17:30

157 attendees

Join us on Friday, 13 February, for a special rooftop party at Club 360. The event takes place indoors on the rooftop offering a full 360 degree panoramic view. The venue will also be hosting a special in house event on the same evening, welcoming an additional 100 international guests, creating

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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!