InterNations – The Place for South Africans Living in Turkey

Want to connect with the expat community of Southu0020Africans in Turkey? Looking for Southu0020African compatriots to help you with your questions on expat life? Or are you looking for other Southu0020African 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 Southu0020Africa 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 Southu0020African expats in Turkey is going very strong, with members having roots all across Southu0020Africa - from Durban, over Johannesburg to Capeu0020Town.

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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 South Africans at our events in Turkey

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

"Yine Düşsem Yollara, Yollara" by Haldun TANER (Book Discussion)
I invite you to a collective reading and discussion of "Yine Düşsem Yollara Yollara" by Haldun Taner, a master of keen observation and subtle humor. In this gathering, we will explore: Taner’s perspective on travel and the idea of “the road,” His observations on people in Türkiye and around the w
I invite you to a collective reading and discussion of "Yine Düşsem Yollara Yollara" by Haldun Taner, a master of keen observation and subtle humor. In this gathering, we will explore: Taner’s perspective on travel and the idea of “the road,” His observations on people in Türkiye and around the w
Pottery & Ceramic Workshop
Pottery & Ceramic Workshop
Hello.., On Saturday Let’s make hand-built pretty ceramic pieces and unlock your artistic potential by this way ☺️ This workshop is beginner friendly and no experience needed , Ceramic Artist will guide you personal step by step All materials and kiln firing is included Please confirm your attend
Hello.., On Saturday Let’s make hand-built pretty ceramic pieces and unlock your artistic potential by this way ☺️ This workshop is beginner friendly and no experience needed , Ceramic Artist will guide you personal step by step All materials and kiln firing is included Please confirm your attend
Art & Coffee
Art & Coffee
Lets gather around for a fun figure painting activity!!! A nice chat and enjoyable moments are awating for you, with a fine coffee!!! Great experience for a fine saturday afternoon , just bring your positive vibrations and share your vibes together.
Lets gather around for a fun figure painting activity!!! A nice chat and enjoyable moments are awating for you, with a fine coffee!!! Great experience for a fine saturday afternoon , just bring your positive vibrations and share your vibes together.
Let’s Connect at the February Networking Event!
Let’s Connect at the February Networking Event!
We’d love for you to join us for a relaxed and friendly Networking Event! It’s the perfect chance to meet our new members, catch up with familiar faces, and share ideas in a warm atmosphere. Let’s build meaningful connections together! Dress Code: Sm
We’d love for you to join us for a relaxed and friendly Networking Event! It’s the perfect chance to meet our new members, catch up with familiar faces, and share ideas in a warm atmosphere. Let’s build meaningful connections together! Dress Code: Sm

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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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Tips and Advice on Turkey from Your Fellow South African Expats

Obviously, expat life in Turkey goes well beyond shipping your belongings and taking care of red tape. Socializing with fellow South Africans 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. South Africans 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 South Africans in Istanbul, for example.

Wondering where to shop for South African 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 South Africa.
  • 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 bobotie in Istanbul, etc.
  • The InterNations Places database for Turkey has information on the nearest South African 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 South African expats in Turkey on InterNations.

Meet and Mingle with Fellow South Africans 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 South Africa and dozens of other countries in a casual setting. Just sign up for your InterNations membership and you’ll soon hear a cordial Siya namkela nonke, welkom, isibingelelo from our South Africans living in Turkey!

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