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  • 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 Community for American Expats in Istanbul

Hello to all Americans in Istanbul! Are you interested in getting to know fellow expats in Istanbul? Looking for advice from other Americans, e.g. wondering if there are any bars in Istanbul which will be showing your favorite baseball or American football team’s upcoming match or where to go in town for st■ turkey?

Although Istanbul has lots to offer, you might be wondering where and how you can meet other Americans in the city. Luckily, InterNations is here to make this easier for you! You’re warmly invited to join the InterNations community. Within our international network in Istanbul, there’s a vibrant circle of American expats from all regions of USA, including New York City, Los Angeles, and beyond.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love InterNations in Istanbul

91,170
members in Istanbul
4,490
American members
95
monthly events
5,347
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Connect at Our Events in Istanbul

Attend our monthly events and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expats and fellow Americans in Istanbul. From sailing to spirituality, there is sure to be something for everyone! In most communities, there are also monthly Newcomers’ Events especially for those who have recently joined the American community in Istanbul. Take this chance to mingle and meet other expats and global minds in Istanbul.

Apr 15, 2025, 6:30 PM
4 attendees
Hello Everyone, We would like to welcome you to our new event to chat and dine . We would be pleased to see you with us! Please do not forget that this event is for Spanish Speakers only. Also pleas
Apr 16, 2025, 10:00 AM
9 attendees
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
You're invited to our Friday Night Open Air Party at Club 360 in Beyoğlu The party will take place on the terrace with some great club music. Date: Friday, May 2nd, 2025, from 19:00 to 2:00 AM Each

Want to meet other Americans at our events?

Why Americans move abroad … (and do they like it?)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys for expats — Expat Insider — where we ask people living around the world about every aspect of expat life. We’ve rounded up key facts about the typical American expat: what motivated them to move to a new country, what they enjoy about life abroad, as well as what they struggle with the most.

  • Community Member
    From United States of America, living in Istanbul
  • Community Member
    From United States of America, living in Istanbul
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    From United States of America, living in Istanbul
  • Community Member
    From United States of America, living in Istanbul
  • Community Member
    From United States of America, living in Istanbul

Meet other Americans in Istanbul

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Find People Who Share Your Passions

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Find other Americans to share your hobbies with

Enjoy the International Experience with InterNations

  • Browse our network of members to get to know American expats in Istanbul and connect with others.
  • Take part in our expat forums to get firsthand tips and information from fellow Americans in Istanbul.
  • Meet other American expats and global minds at 600 monthly official events and share your interests at more than 4,600 monthly activities in Istanbul and across the globe.

InterNations provides an easy, casual way to get to know expats from the USA and further afield in your local community. Sound good? Then let us welcome you into our Istanbul Community today!

Mix and Mingle with Americans 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 American 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 the United States of America in your local community and meet Americans 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 Americans 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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