InterNations – The Place for New Zealanders Living in Turkey

Want to connect with the expat community of Newu0020Zealanders in Turkey? Looking for Newu0020Zealand compatriots to help you with your questions on expat life? Or are you looking for other Newu0020Zealand expats to go on an excursion to theu0020Bosporus with?

InterNations Turkey offers everything you might need as an expat, no matter whether you already live in Turkey or are still in Newu0020Zealand planning your upcoming foreign assignment. InterNations is the leading platform among expatriates and global minds in all countries around the world. Needless to say, our community of Newu0020Zealand expats in Turkey is going very strong, with members having roots all across Newu0020Zealand - from Christchurch, over Auckland to Wellington.

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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 New Zealanders at our events in Turkey

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

Morning Coffee in Historical Area of Maltepe.
Morning Coffee in Historical Area of Maltepe.
Only small group for a meaningful chat. The name "Beşceşmeler" means "five corners" in Turkish, as the region is located at the junction of five roads. The district is a popular destination for those who seek a quiet and peaceful environment, away from the chaotic city life. Few wooden houses and o
Only small group for a meaningful chat. The name "Beşceşmeler" means "five corners" in Turkish, as the region is located at the junction of five roads. The district is a popular destination for those who seek a quiet and peaceful environment, away from the chaotic city life. Few wooden houses and o
Morning Coffee Concert | Cafe Andaluz
Morning Coffee Concert | Cafe Andaluz
ISTANBUL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA “CAFE ANDALUZ” Conductor: Juan Jose Navarro Soloists: Donghyun Kim, Oboe & Cihat Aşkın, Violin Young Guest Artist: Derin Topgül, Cello Program: Juaquin Turina String Serenade Op. 87 (9’) Ernst Bloch Prayer (5’) Johann Sebastian Bach Concerto in C minor for Violin a
ISTANBUL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA “CAFE ANDALUZ” Conductor: Juan Jose Navarro Soloists: Donghyun Kim, Oboe & Cihat Aşkın, Violin Young Guest Artist: Derin Topgül, Cello Program: Juaquin Turina String Serenade Op. 87 (9’) Ernst Bloch Prayer (5’) Johann Sebastian Bach Concerto in C minor for Violin a
Coffee by  the Sea
Coffee by the Sea
Hi guys, I love to meet new people. If anyone interested we can meet on sunday.
Hi guys, I love to meet new people. If anyone interested we can meet on sunday.
Flamenco Concert: Barcelona Guitar Trio & Dance
Flamenco Concert: Barcelona Guitar Trio & Dance
Come and enjoy a night of flamenco live show with people from Internations Ankara.
Come and enjoy a night of flamenco live show with people from Internations Ankara.

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Why expats from New Zealand move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our Kiwi members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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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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Tips and Advice on Turkey from Your Fellow New Zealand Expats

Obviously, expat life in Turkey goes well beyond shipping your belongings and taking care of red tape. Socializing with fellow New Zealanders is an important facet of living abroad and can be a huge stepping stone in getting to know the Turkish mentality and way of life. New Zealanders in Turkey are a part of our community, calling cities such as Ankara, Antalya, Istanbul, and many others home. You can use InterNations to look for fellow New Zealanders in Istanbul, for example.

Wondering where to shop for New Zealand delicatessen, want to discuss your national team's latest match, or simply talk to someone in your native language? Become a member of the Turkish InterNations Community!

  • Our network is the best place to meet expats from New Zealand.
  • On the Turkey Expat Forums, you can get competent answers to all your expat-related questions: how to find a babysitter fluent in your mother tongue, where to get pavlova in Istanbul, etc.
  • The InterNations Places database for Turkey has information on the nearest New Zealand embassy and many other institutions.

From the Bosporus to Aegean Turkey, between the azure sea and silvery olive groves, you can meet supportive and friendly New Zealand expats in Turkey on InterNations.

Meet and Mingle with Fellow New Zealanders in Turkey

Additionally, InterNations hosts regular expat events and activities in Turkey. Our get-togethers are sure to cater to your taste as well: as a member, you can partake in cozy gatherings to enjoy some Turkish köfte, join one of our huge expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Istanbul’s best locations, and much more. Want to discover Turkey? Go on a weekend trip with your fellow expats to see the heavily forested mountains near the Black Sea and other beautiful landmarks.

Our meet-ups and activities offer many wonderful opportunities to mingle with expatriates hailing from New Zealand and dozens of other countries in a casual setting. Just sign up for your InterNations membership and you’ll soon hear a cordial Hello from our New Zealanders living in Turkey!

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