A Taste of Autumn: Roasted Chestnuts in Turkey The aroma of roasted chestnuts fills the streets of Alanya, Antalya, Istanbul, and many other Turkish cities. This simple yet delightful street food is a must-try for any visitor seeking a unique and healthy treat. Seasonal Delight: Warm Up with Roasted Chestnuts Roasted chestnuts truly shine during the colder months. As autumn arrives, so too does the...
Breakfast in Turkey is a paradise for food lovers! At this time, you can enjoy aromatic simit - golden rings prepared according to ancient recipes. In ancient times, simit was a popular snack for travelers - caravans that traveled long distances and needed nutritious and portable food. Simit was simple and easy to prepare, and most importantly - filling and tasty. Simit became...
Currently, many people have a desire to have dual citizenship, and Turkey is one of the countries that allows for it. However, it is important to note that some citizens of other countries may be required to renounce their original citizenship. There are various ways to obtain Turkish citizenship, and we will discuss some of them. Marriage to a Turkish Citizen If you marry a...
Vaccinations in Turkey are mandatory and provided free of charge to children before they enter school. Most vaccinations, such as MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) and DTP IPV (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio), are administered at one year and six months of age. Starting from 2020, revaccination is conducted at the age of two in family health centers. It is important to know the names of the...
When we travel, especially to countries rich in historical landmarks, visiting museums and archaeological sites becomes a must on our itinerary. However, the ticket prices for each attraction can hit our budget hard. Fortunately, in Turkey, like many other countries, there are museum passes that help save money on visiting these cultural sites. One of the most popular museum passes for Turkish...
Profitability is an indicator of investment efficiency that allows determining the profitability of their use. In the case of investments in Turkish real estate, profitability can be achieved through both rental income and resale. However, in order to evaluate the effectiveness of investments, it is necessary to calculate both profitability and return on investment (ROI). Buying property in...
Today we will discuss an important question: who can drive a vehicle with foreign license plates in Turkey? Car owners often ask themselves this question, so we will go over the main rules and requirements. A vehicle with foreign license plates in Turkey can be used by the owner themselves, as well as their immediate family members - spouse, parents, or children. However, it is necessary to...
Overstay is the exceeding of the permitted stay in a country on a visa or visa-free regime. Exceeding the stay can be deliberate or accidental, for example, if the residence permit has expired. For Russian citizens, the maximum stay in Turkey is 60 consecutive days, taking into account the overall limit of 90 days within 180 days. Ukrainians can stay in Turkey for up to 90 days without...
Turkey is an attractive location for foreign couples who dream of getting married. The abundance of beautiful places, beaches, mountains, and resorts, as well as the presence of major cities, make this country an ideal place for a romantic wedding. According to Turkish legislation, foreigners can get married in Turkey. However, the process of marriage registration for foreigners is slightly...
In Turkey, it is possible to keep your car with foreign license plates for longer than two years, but this requires certain conditions and procedures. If you have a work permit, a student residence permit or are a pensioner, you can bring a car into Turkey on bail. The official terms are as follows: You must have a work permit, student residence permit or pensioner status. The car...