InterNations – Uniting Russians living in Turkey

Would you like to get in touch with other Russians in Turkey? Are you in need of help and advice from your Russian compatriots? Or would you like to join other Russian 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 Russia 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 Russian expats in Turkey, coming from all corners of Russia - from Saint Petersburg, over Moscow to Yekaterinburg.

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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 Russians at our events in Turkey

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

2nd Istanbul Chapter; Essays & Aphorisms by Arthur Schopenhauer
For our second gathering, we return to Schopenhauer but this time, we go deeper. In our first session, we laid the philosophical foundation: understanding his metaphysics, his life, and the core idea of the "Will." Now, we move from foundation to exploration. We'll dive into specific essays and ap
For our second gathering, we return to Schopenhauer but this time, we go deeper. In our first session, we laid the philosophical foundation: understanding his metaphysics, his life, and the core idea of the "Will." Now, we move from foundation to exploration. We'll dive into specific essays and ap
Dinner in Beyoglu
Dinner in Beyoglu
This time we will meet in Asmalımescit area at the heart of Istanbul nightlife. The concept is a la carte, you will pay for what you eat and drink.
This time we will meet in Asmalımescit area at the heart of Istanbul nightlife. The concept is a la carte, you will pay for what you eat and drink.
In SuadiyEe..
In SuadiyEe..
Hi dear chillout members, Lets meet for drink a coffee in suadiye.. on friday afternoon at 18.00 oclock.. pls when you arrive call me..
Hi dear chillout members, Lets meet for drink a coffee in suadiye.. on friday afternoon at 18.00 oclock.. pls when you arrive call me..
InterNations Izmir: City Center Vibes
InterNations Izmir: City Center Vibes
Hello everyone! This February, we’re meeting at Wannabe Pizza Bar — a small, cozy spot in the heart of the city, perfect for relaxed chats and an easy Friday night. Drinks and handmade pizzas to start, chats that flow naturally… Later on, a DJ set quietly takes over and carries the night forward.
Hello everyone! This February, we’re meeting at Wannabe Pizza Bar — a small, cozy spot in the heart of the city, perfect for relaxed chats and an easy Friday night. Drinks and handmade pizzas to start, chats that flow naturally… Later on, a DJ set quietly takes over and carries the night forward.

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Why Russian expats 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 Russian 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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Find Tips and Advice on Turkey from Russian Expats

Of course, expat living in Turkey is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Russians 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 Russians in Turkey, residing in Istanbul, Ankara, Antalya and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Russians in Istanbul or Russians in Ankara.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for Russian 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 Russia 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 borscht in Ankara.
  • Search the InterNations Places database for Turkey to get information on institutions from your home country, including the Russian embassy.

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

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Russians 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 köfte, 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 Russia and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Privet from our Russians living in Turkey!

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