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  • Meet Iranians in Istanbul

  • 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 - The Place for Iranians in Istanbul

Dorood bar shoma to all Iranians in Istanbul! Searching for other Iranians in Istanbul? Looking for reliable and useful insider tips from fellow Iranians for example, where in Istanbul can I find a Iranian restaurant? Or where in Istanbul can I find some nan-e kabab?

Join InterNations today and become a member of our Istanbul community. By becoming a member, you will join our active group of Iranian expats, coming from all corners of Iran, from Tehran, Mashad, Isfahan, and many more.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

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Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

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Meet fellow Iranians at our events in Istanbul

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow Iranians in Istanbul.

New to Istanbul? New to InterNations? Join us to mingle and meet other expat newbies! For the January'25, we are excited to invite you to Corridor Pera Bar, a cosy venue allowing us to mingle for a f
🌟 What to Expect: •Connect with a diverse, international group of amazing people. •Savor a variety of delectable dishes and drinks. •Unwind in a vibrant and cozy atmosphere after a long day at work.
Jan 23, 2025, 6:00 PM
13 attendees
Dear Friends, We will get together in a park bistro bar for drinks and dance on Thursday , January 16st at 8pm. If you'd like to come and hang out, dance, not dance but cheer on, mingle.... then come
Jan 23, 2025, 6:00 PM
4 attendees
🎨 Central Perk Lovers, join our "Friends" Themed Pub Quiz! Let’s dive into a nostalgia-drenched night as we look back on all the PIVOT-al movements of the greatest sitcom of all time. 🤗 Come along t

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  • Community Member
    From Iran, living in Istanbul
  • Community Member
    From Iran, living in Istanbul
  • Community Member
    From Iran, living in Istanbul
  • Community Member
    From Iran, living in Istanbul
  • Community Member
    From Iran, living in Istanbul

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

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 Iranians to share your hobbies with

Iranian Expats in Istanbul Exchange Tips and Advice

InterNations is the perfect place for Iranian expats in Istanbul to find the help and resources they have been looking for. The "Queen Of Cities" will soon become your new home with our InterNations community - we help you to take full advantage of your new life here!

  • Get to know Istanbul’s Iranian expats.
  • Join today and find everything you need through our Expat Forums and entries from fellow Iranians in Istanbul.
  • Read through our extensive Expat Guides to receive useful information on Istanbul.

Mingle with Fellow Iranians in Istanbul at Our Events and Activities

Our Istanbul community is also very active offline. Our members get to enjoy a range of events and activities on monthly and weekly basis, e.g. a great dinner at Istanbul’s fanciest restaurant organized by our InterNations Ambassadors, or a weekend trip to explore Turkey’s unique vibe. These events and activities are a perfect and casual way to get in touch with fellow Iranian expats in your city and Iranians in Turkey. Interested? Simply sign up for membership and join the ranks of our Iranians 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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