Izmir, Turkey: Cost of Living, Healthcare, Local Clubs and Activities, Healthcare and What to Know About Living in Izmir

Izmir, Turkey

Last updated on Feb 10, 2022

Summary: Expats, digital nomads and retirees talk about what it is really like living in Izmir, Turkey. They offer advice about meeting people, cost of living, finding a home and more.

What do I need to know about living in Izmir?

When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to Izmir, they said:

"If a friend of mine was thinking of moving here I would be delighted! I think it's a great city. I would advise them to learn some Turkish beforehand (it'll make things a little smoother) and not to forget their winter stuff (even though Izmir is on the Aegean and has hot summers it gets cold here in the winter)," mentioned another expat in Izmir.

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How do I meet people in Izmir?

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About the Author

Betsy Burlingame is the Founder of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Some of Betsy's more popular articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Italy, 12 Things to Know Before Moving to The Dominican Republic and the Living in Panama Guide. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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