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InterNations - The Place for Norwegians in Istanbul

Velkomen to all Norwegians in Istanbul! Searching for other Norwegians in Istanbul? Looking for reliable and useful insider tips from fellow Norwegians for example, where in Istanbul can I find a Norwegian restaurant? Or where in Istanbul can I find some lutefisk?

Join InterNations today and become a member of our Istanbul community. By becoming a member, you will join our active group of Norwegian expats, coming from all corners of Norway, from Oslo, Tromsø, Bergen, 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

Norwegian members

monthly events

5,347

interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Meet fellow Norwegians 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 Norwegians in Istanbul.

Opera Studio Istanbul Concert

23. February 2026, 17:45

4 attendees

A French Evening in the Footsteps of Orientalism.. The young voices of Opera Studio Istanbul meet with art lovers on an evening where the dreams of the East and the music of the West come together. On this bridge built through music and sound, reflecting the West's longing for the East, dreams, an

Poetry Reading

23. February 2026, 18:15

8 attendees

This special program, which will bring together Ahmet Hamdi Tanpınar, one of the giants of our literature, with you in his capacity as a poet, will allow you to listen to the most beautiful examples of the poetic journey that spanned the author's entire life, interpreted by the doyens of our theater

Iftar , Usküdar Mosque ,Streetlights , Strolling Coffeeshops

24. February 2026, 16:30

1 attendees

Usküdar area In Ramadan is especially fascinating . Starting with a potluck style Iftar near the mosque we will visit coffee shop after the prayer . If the weather will be bad we will go to the cafe directly. The group will be very small because there are 2 people from my side already .Dm for more

Let’s Connect at the March Networking Event!

3. March 2026, 16:00

123 attendees

We’d love for you to join us on March 3rd for a relaxed and friendly Networking Event, where great conversations and new connections come together. This event is the perfect opportunity to welcome new members, reconnect with familiar faces, and exchange ideas in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Dr

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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!