Living in Turkey

Renting an apartment in Turkey as a foreigner is generally achievable, but the process, paperwork, and everyday expectations can differ noticeably from what many newcomers are used to in their home countries.

Istanbulkart is the contactless transit card used across nearly all of Istanbul’s public transportation network, and understanding how it works will save you a lot of time and confusion if you’re spending any…

Turkey’s coworking scene has grown from a handful of spaces in Istanbul to a network covering the whole country, and remote workers now have real choices about where to base themselves.

Turkey has become a serious destination for remote workers, and the internet is a big part of the reason.

Staying connected in Turkey is easier than ever, and the choice has never been wider.

Getting a Turkish phone number is straightforward for visitors and residents, and it unlocks the country’s digital life.

Turkey’s address system looks complicated at first, with its long strings of neighborhoods, districts, and provinces, but it is actually logical once you understand the layers.

E-Devlet, meaning “e-state,” is Turkey’s digital government gateway, and it is one of the most complete in the world.

Turkey’s public transport runs on apps, and knowing which ones matter will save you time, money, and confusion.

No one plans a trip around emergencies, but everyone who travels well knows the numbers before they need them.

Moving to Turkey is a big enough decision without leaving a member of the family behind, and for many expats, the four-legged member is exactly that.

Raising children in a new country is one of the most rewarding and demanding experiences expat life offers, and Turkey is a genuinely good place to do it.