InterNations – Uniting Chinese living in Turkey

Would you like to get in touch with other Chinese in Turkey? Are you in need of help and advice from your Chinese compatriots? Or would you like to join other Chinese expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. the Bosporus?

Whether you have settled as an expat in Turkey or are still living in China and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, InterNations Turkey offers everything you need: Established in 2007, our trusted community soon became the leading platform for international networking among expatriates and global minds around the world. Our network also counts a considerable number of Chinese expats in Turkey, coming from all corners of China - from Shanghai, over Beijing to Guangzhou.

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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.

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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Meet other Chinese at our events in Turkey

Attend our monthly events and activities for Chinese expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

InterNations Ankara: Saturday Night Connections at Route Tunalı
Get ready for a warm and lively Saturday evening at one of Tunalı’s most popular spots! 🎉 Join us at Route Tunalı for a night full of new faces, great conversations, and an energetic social atmosphere. Whether you're new in town or already part of our community, this event is the perfect chance to
Get ready for a warm and lively Saturday evening at one of Tunalı’s most popular spots! 🎉 Join us at Route Tunalı for a night full of new faces, great conversations, and an energetic social atmosphere. Whether you're new in town or already part of our community, this event is the perfect chance to
Watch Iconic Russian Rock Musician Yuri Shevchuk and DDT Live
Yuri Shevchuk the iconic Soviet and Russian rock musician and singer-songwriter who founded the rock band DDT (with Vladimir Sigachyov) in 1980, will perform a concert in Istanbul as part of his 2025 world tour. His previously planned Istanbul concert was cancelled in 2024 because of the health cond
Yuri Shevchuk the iconic Soviet and Russian rock musician and singer-songwriter who founded the rock band DDT (with Vladimir Sigachyov) in 1980, will perform a concert in Istanbul as part of his 2025 world tour. His previously planned Istanbul concert was cancelled in 2024 because of the health cond
Michelin* Rest. Bosphorus Views Live Music&After-Party @Karaköy
Hello friends! 👋 Get ready for the last terrace party of winter!🥳 You are invited to an evening at one of the most iconic hotels in Istanbul. 🍷✨ We will begin the night with live music at a Michelin-starred restaurant overlooking the magnificent Bosphorus. 🎶 Afterwards, we will continue the nig
Hello friends! 👋 Get ready for the last terrace party of winter!🥳 You are invited to an evening at one of the most iconic hotels in Istanbul. 🍷✨ We will begin the night with live music at a Michelin-starred restaurant overlooking the magnificent Bosphorus. 🎶 Afterwards, we will continue the nig
InterNations Antalya: Turkish Meyhane Night
InterNations Antalya: Turkish Meyhane Night
🇹🇷 InterNations Antalya – Turkish Meyhane Night at Leyla Meyhane! (Kaleiçi) A Night of Live Music, Meze & Authentic Turkish Culture 📅 29 November / Saturday Dear InterNations members, We are excited to invite you to a special Turkish Meyhane Night at Leyla Meyhane — an evening full of tradition
🇹🇷 InterNations Antalya – Turkish Meyhane Night at Leyla Meyhane! (Kaleiçi) A Night of Live Music, Meze & Authentic Turkish Culture 📅 29 November / Saturday Dear InterNations members, We are excited to invite you to a special Turkish Meyhane Night at Leyla Meyhane — an evening full of tradition

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Our Global Partners

Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.

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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Find Tips and Advice on Turkey from Chinese Expats

Of course, expat living in Turkey is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Chinese is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the Turkish way of life and mentality. InterNations helps you connect and meet up with other Chinese in Turkey, residing in Istanbul, Ankara, Antalya and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Chinese in Istanbul or Chinese in Ankara.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for Chinese food or discuss your favorite sports team's latest match, become a member of the Turkish InterNations Community:

  • Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from China in Turkey.
  • Obtain and share insider tips in our Turkey Expat Forums – e.g. how to hire a babysitter fluent in your native tongue for your children or where to get Peking\ duck\ &\ hot\ pot in Ankara.
  • Search the InterNations Places database for Turkey to get information on institutions from your home country, including the Chinese embassy.

From the\ Bosporus to Aegean\ Turkey,\ between\ the\ azure\ sea\ and\ silvery\ olive\ groves, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Chinese expats in Turkey.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Chinese in Turkey

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in Turkey. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional Turkish k\öfte, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Istanbul’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see semi-desert\ Anatolia as well as other beautiful landmarks in Turkey.

Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from China and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Ni\ hao from our Chinese living in Turkey!

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