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  • Meet Russians 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 - A Place for Russians in Istanbul

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

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 Russian expats, hailing from Moscow, Yekaterinburg, Saint Petersburg and all regions of Russia.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

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Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Meet fellow Russians 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 Russians in Istanbul.

Dec 8, 2024, 6:00 AM
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Hiking in Western Black Sea region is arguably the best way to experience the region's scenery at a slower pace. This hike in between two villages is easy if you can walk for 11.5km. Not much up/downh
Dec 8, 2024, 8:00 AM
25 attendees
A journey full of pure air awaits you! On this walk, we'll stroll along Göktürk Pond, which sits in an area surrounded by lush forests. Municipal buses depart regularly from Levent, Eyüpsultan and
New to Istanbul? New to InterNations? Come join us to mingle and meet other expat newbies! Our Newcomers' Events are smaller, lovely get-togethers, especially for members who are new to our Istanbul
Mulled wine by the Fire, drank while soaking up the 360 Rooftop views You are invited to our New Year Party at Club 360 in Beyoglu on Friday, 20th December from 19:30 pm onwards. Each guest receives

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    From Russia, living in Istanbul
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    From Russia, living in Istanbul
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    From Russia, living in Istanbul
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    From Russia, living in Istanbul
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    From Russia, living in Istanbul

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Russian Expats in Istanbul Help You With Their Advice

With InterNations, Russian 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 Russian expats.
  • Become active in our Expat Forums in order to find insider tips and suggestions from fellow Russian 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 Russians 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 Russian 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 Russia in your local community and meet Russians 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 Russians 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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