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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.

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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.

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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!

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Why you'll love InterNations in Istanbul

91,170
members in Istanbul
92
Norwegian members
95
monthly events
5,347
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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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.

Carmen by Antonio Gades
Carmen by Antonio Gades
Hellooo💃 I have the exciting news for the Carmen Lovers 🤗 The theatrical ballet Carmen was choreographed and directed by Antonio Gades in collaboration with filmmaker Carlos Saura is coming to Türkiye for the first time. An incredibly thrilling and spectacular performance awaits you…Make sure to
Hellooo💃 I have the exciting news for the Carmen Lovers 🤗 The theatrical ballet Carmen was choreographed and directed by Antonio Gades in collaboration with filmmaker Carlos Saura is coming to Türkiye for the first time. An incredibly thrilling and spectacular performance awaits you…Make sure to
Let's Come Together for the 90's Quiz Night
Let's Come Together for the 90's Quiz Night
🎙Let's come together for the special quiz edition 1990’s Quiz Night (QN # 84), to have a pleasant evening while testing your knowledge with quiz questions, pictures and music! Join us for the 90’s Quiz at our new venue in Kadıköy. You can participate in the competition with a maximum of 5 teammat
🎙Let's come together for the special quiz edition 1990’s Quiz Night (QN # 84), to have a pleasant evening while testing your knowledge with quiz questions, pictures and music! Join us for the 90’s Quiz at our new venue in Kadıköy. You can participate in the competition with a maximum of 5 teammat
Wild Horse Nine - the Movie + After Cinema Time in Kadıköy
No plans for Thursday evening? Join us for a screening of Wild Horse Nine, the brand-new dark comedy political thriller written and directed by Martin McDonagh and featuring a great cast including John Malkovich, Sam Rockwell, and Steve Buscemi. 🎬 The Plot: Set in 1973 just days before the Chile
No plans for Thursday evening? Join us for a screening of Wild Horse Nine, the brand-new dark comedy political thriller written and directed by Martin McDonagh and featuring a great cast including John Malkovich, Sam Rockwell, and Steve Buscemi. 🎬 The Plot: Set in 1973 just days before the Chile
InterNations Istanbul Autumn Nights at Club 360
InterNations Istanbul Autumn Nights at Club 360
Autumn Nights Party | 27 November 2026 Join us for our Autumn Party at Club 360 and enjoy an evening above the city with beautiful panoramic views of Istanbul. We’ll meet on the rooftop on Friday, 20 November, from 19:30, giving you plenty of time to settle in, meet other international members, an
Autumn Nights Party | 27 November 2026 Join us for our Autumn Party at Club 360 and enjoy an evening above the city with beautiful panoramic views of Istanbul. We’ll meet on the rooftop on Friday, 20 November, from 19:30, giving you plenty of time to settle in, meet other international members, an

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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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Norwegian Expats in Istanbul Exchange Tips and Advice

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

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

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