S. A. Basit Jawad
@ABJSYED
Pakistani expat in 罢眉谤办颈测别
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About me
Pakistani
Lives in Istanbul
Speaks English, Turkish, Urdu/Hindi
Registration: 18 November 2012
Are there Pakistani in Istanbul? by wasimkazi2000
Assalam Alaikum, I am Pakistani American and want to move to Istanbul with my wife and 2 little daughters. Please let me know is there Pakistani community around? And I heard there is a war threat from Seria? Whats all this? I also have lived ...
Hi / Salam, Istanbul got lots of universities and good for studies. Scholarships available too. Compared to other jobs, it's easier to find English language teaching job specially for a native.. With a little experience of teaching English and ... Read More
any pakistani or punjabi taxi driver who can take me to the city by hdetraders
I am coming to Istanbul for one day on the 16th of september. Can you help me introducing any pakistani or punjabi taxi driver who can take me to the city and shoping for one day. Regards *** Mehboob Ahmed
You will not find a Pakistani or foreign Taxi driver in Istanbul. Read More
Kimlik revoking
If you mean Citizenship by Kimlik then it will not be taken back after divorce. But if you mean residence permit then it will be taken back. Read More
Any South 陌ndian restaurents in turkey??
There are a few in Istanbul but they don't offer South Indian food like Idli, dossa etc.. I don't know about Dat莽a. Better learn cooking and get some spices :) Read More
Cricket worldcup 2015 any tv channel or live streaming site? by Njalal
Plz share if you know any tv channel that would show the matches or any live streaming sites?
Most likely Eurosports2 will give coverage as it did in last W.C. Read More
Are there Pakistani in Istanbul? by wasimkazi2000
Assalam Alaikum, I am Pakistani American and want to move to Istanbul with my wife and 2 little daughters. Please let me know is there Pakistani community around? And I heard there is a war threat from Seria? Whats all this? I also have lived ...
Get-togethers at large scale are not very ofter, once or twice a year, sometimes organized by consulate and sometimes by Pakistani students at different occassions. Most recent was a brunch on 2nd day of Eid at Misafir resturant in Taksim. There ... Read More
Are there Pakistani in Istanbul? by wasimkazi2000
Assalam Alaikum, I am Pakistani American and want to move to Istanbul with my wife and 2 little daughters. Please let me know is there Pakistani community around? And I heard there is a war threat from Seria? Whats all this? I also have lived ...
There is no reason for a foreigner to live in Konya. Ankara is safe but not much business or job opportunities for expats compated to Istanbul. Mostly there officials, diplomats and students. First 6 months in Istanbul are tough but once you get ... Read More
Are there Pakistani in Istanbul? by wasimkazi2000
Assalam Alaikum, I am Pakistani American and want to move to Istanbul with my wife and 2 little daughters. Please let me know is there Pakistani community around? And I heard there is a war threat from Seria? Whats all this? I also have lived ...
Lols.. :) but a few knows that... Read More
How to get a student Visa for Turkey by fuse bulb
Hello Members, I am from Pakistan and want to learn Turkish and stay in Turkey for an year. I have few questions if anyone can help. I was reading somewhere that you still have to get a residence permit when you are there as a student. Is it true? ...
Dilmer is just a language teaching institute. As I know, it is not a university itself but has affiliations with other universities and so its hard to get a student visa. Read More
Please Help........... by Subhankar Palit
I have got a job offer in Calik Enerji.I am from Kolkata and I want to know the authenticity of the offer.How do I do?
Ask the nearest Turkish consulate or embassy. Read More
Post youer Favoite restaurant in Bursa by lau.ts
Hello! My name is Laura and I have been in Bursa for about 2 months. One of my favorite things to do is to go out annd try the local cuisine, however I think is quite hard to pick a place to eat when you are not familiar in the city (and don't speak ...
Bursa is famous for Kestane and Iskender kebap. My favourite resturant is Yavuz 陌skenderoglu (Unlu cadde/ Osmangazi). Its very authentic for Iskender kebap. But maybe you won't like as it has too much butter on it. Another famous place is ... Read More
Small Business? by karanova
Hello,again:) I`m considering starting a small business,related with sport and beauty. Can someone advice me,how much at least I should invest only for papers,or making my own company may be.I`m a foreigner,but I`ve a residence permit. So,I wait ...
Hi Anna, It will cost you approx. 4000 to 5000 TL depending on "mali m眉şavir" (financial consultant). Establishing business has nothing to do with your present residence permit. You can have a home office (need to show rent agreement).. Read More
Are there Pakistani in Istanbul? by wasimkazi2000
Assalam Alaikum, I am Pakistani American and want to move to Istanbul with my wife and 2 little daughters. Please let me know is there Pakistani community around? And I heard there is a war threat from Seria? Whats all this? I also have lived ...
Dear 'shahqureshi', I will write you a p.m and inform in detail . Read More
Are there Pakistani in Istanbul? by wasimkazi2000
Assalam Alaikum, I am Pakistani American and want to move to Istanbul with my wife and 2 little daughters. Please let me know is there Pakistani community around? And I heard there is a war threat from Seria? Whats all this? I also have lived ...
If you want prepared spices like "Biryani masala" or "Nehari masala" by brands like Shan, Chefpride, then its not available in Turkey. But you can find many spices in Spice market, 5M Migros, Real or Carrefour. If you are unaware of its Turkish ... Read More
Arab WOMAN & BABY needed for a TV-COMMERCIAL - non professional actors by giolelli
Our casting agency works with all main production companies in Istanbul and our actors are mainly foreigners living in the city. Every day/week new actors, professional and non-professional (any age, gender, phisical characteristics, acting ...
"laz person" :) i wonder why you specifically mentioned "laz" here ? you could have said a "local turk". or do you mean to say that if an egyptian girl can marry a laz person then she can act very well in film ? :) Read More
Hey girls i search a room by nadiaaaa
Hey My name is Nadia and i work in Istanbul. I must deliver my home as soon as possible and i search for a home and i prefer to saty with girls or shared home as girls and boys. Please give me the reasonable prices because i can't pay so ...
450 TL/month must be unfurnished. This rate is rare here in Istanbul. Read More
Hey girls i search a room by nadiaaaa
Hey My name is Nadia and i work in Istanbul. I must deliver my home as soon as possible and i search for a home and i prefer to saty with girls or shared home as girls and boys. Please give me the reasonable prices because i can't pay so ...
Hi Nadia.. The prices vary from area to area.. Also how many bedrooms you need. A 3 bedroom flat can cost you from 700 Lira to 3000 Lira depending on area. Read More
lots of beautiful people new and regular
I see, but the one I am talking about has a variety of Meditation programs. You can check yogahariom.com Read More
lots of beautiful people new and regular
Are you talking about Hari-Om yogacenter ? thats the only one I know in Kadık枚y.. Besides that I heard that most of them are in Beşiktas. Read More
after being in turkey 2 years by GuestPoster555
I just complete my two years here and at the visa office on a marriage residence visa they now tell me you got another 3 years to complete not allowed to work believe me it's not all fun and games. I came to this country with hope and exciting ideas ...
The situation is quite similar to most of the big cosmopolitan cities like New york, London, Paris etc. One should find out which places are safe to hang-out. Read More
Anyone live in Karab眉k?
Its a small town in Black sea region. mainly industrial area with chemical plants. What kind of job you found there ? If you are moving there from Ankara then life will be very boring for you:) Good luck.. Read More
Do I need a work permit? by Adelaid茅e
Hi everybody, Please, if I own a business ( e-commerce; so, I'm the only owner, no partnership. In that case, do I need Work permit ? For the Residence permit can I taket it minimum 1 year and then I will renew? Thanks in advance for your help,
Hi Yogita, What would be the category of that residence permit ? Touristic ? Read More
Do I need a work permit? by Adelaid茅e
Hi everybody, Please, if I own a business ( e-commerce; so, I'm the only owner, no partnership. In that case, do I need Work permit ? For the Residence permit can I taket it minimum 1 year and then I will renew? Thanks in advance for your help,
Hello.. @ Adelaid茅e : If you do any kind of e-commerce (like buying selling online, etc) then you cannot get work-permit because you will not have a registered company in Turkey. Apparently you will not get residence permit. @ pluche : You can ... Read More
How's life in Istanbul.... Really !?! by damla514
Hello people. I'm an expat Turk, living in Montreal (canada ) for 24 years. Fed up of the cold, I got my one-way ticket for Istanbul... And now I feel the stress coming up to my brain... I would love to have honest answers... How would life be for ...
Hello Damla, If you have not lived in Istanbul for long time then it will be a little tough to settle in the begining. But once you make good friends to socialise and get a decent job, then life is beautiful in Istanbul. Since you are a Turk, so you ... Read More
Atasehir - Places to see nearby.
Hi Azafark, Generally taxi is not a good option as it is expensive and unreliable (sometime) specially if your turkish is not enough. Best place for nightlife is Ortak枚y & Taksim which is quite far from Ataşehir. regards, Jawad Read More
urgent plz help
There is a money changer adjacent to Beyaz谋t Tram station (I forgot the name) Its in between some cafes. I saw Indian and Pakistani currencies there so you can try your luck there. Read More
Can I stay 1 day in Istanbul on Schengen visa? by owais.truefriend
Hi, I am planned to fly Karachi, Pakistan to Helsinki, Finland via Istanbul, Turkey by Turkish Airlines in October and will return in December. My question is that can I transit without any problem in Istanbul for one day trip of Istanbul city, ...
Hi Owais, Any Pakistani having a valid Schengen, US, UK or Canadian visa can get maximum 30 days Transit visa at Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Vice-versa for Turkish people going to Pakistan, mutually agreed by both countries. I heard that you can also ... Read More
Heyyyyy!!!
Hi Doc, First I thought not to comment as you asked for `positive replies` :) But for your information, it`s nearly impossible for a doctor or a similar professional say a pharmacist to get job in Turkey. regards, Read More
Are there Pakistani in Istanbul? by wasimkazi2000
Assalam Alaikum, I am Pakistani American and want to move to Istanbul with my wife and 2 little daughters. Please let me know is there Pakistani community around? And I heard there is a war threat from Seria? Whats all this? I also have lived ...
Please check this day-care center. Hope it suits you. Meşe Palamudu 脟ocuk Evi Tel: 0212 327 04 49 Fax:0212 327 04 50 Palanga Cad. M眉tevelli İbrahim Sok. No:8 Ortak枚y.-Beşiktaş Read More
indians in istanbul
Its hard to find good English medium schools. There are few but very expensive. Mostly in private schools the lessons are given in Turkish language. Read More
Are there Pakistani in Istanbul? by wasimkazi2000
Assalam Alaikum, I am Pakistani American and want to move to Istanbul with my wife and 2 little daughters. Please let me know is there Pakistani community around? And I heard there is a war threat from Seria? Whats all this? I also have lived ...
Hi / AoA Amna, Welocme to Istanbul. Daycare facilities are not common in Turkey like in US or UK. Tell me where you reside and I will try to find near yout area and inform you in p.m. Regards, Jawad Read More
I will be in Istanbul fist week of August
Hi Eric, I will be in Istanbul by end of August, so if you like we can meet for a coffee. p.m if interested. regards. Read More
Residence Permit ? by Adelaid茅e
Please, for the residence permit, someone knows if rules have changed from the begining of 2012 or it remain the same? Thanks,
Plz check the below website for foreigners in Istanbul. yabancilar.iem.gov.tr/ikamet.html Click the 2nd Row "2- Turistik Ama莽lı İkamet tezkeresi" This is for Residence permit on Touristic basis It says: A Bank statement or Money Changer's ... Read More
Residence Permit ? by Adelaid茅e
Please, for the residence permit, someone knows if rules have changed from the begining of 2012 or it remain the same? Thanks,
No, it does not change. Its same all over Turkey. Just like if you apply for visa for a country you need to Show bank statement to prove you have enough Money to support yourself in foreign land. Similarly the Emniyet(Police dept)ask you this ... Read More
Residence Permit ? by Adelaid茅e
Please, for the residence permit, someone knows if rules have changed from the begining of 2012 or it remain the same? Thanks,
Hi Hannarose, For 2 month overstay, an approximate fees is 300TL. I know this as one of my friend paid a similar amount few months ago as his visa expired. Foreigners need to take E-appointment (online) from Emniyet/police website by filling a ... Read More
meeting friends
For chess and general socialising, Iam in.. :) Regards. Read More
Living in Esenyurt
hi snow_flake, welcome to istanbul. you can use below website to travel by bus : http:// harita.iett.gov.tr/yeni/?hat=ESENYURT besides that you can reach metrobus stop by minibus(dolmu艧) and commute easily. better buy istanbulkart to travel ... Read More
Hi everyone ! I need advice on extending my fiancee's visa in Izmir by unity100
My fiancee is spanish, and im a turk living in izmir, currently with me. She came to turkey on a tourist 3 month visa. We are trying to marry, but as you know, marrying is not something you can do in a jiffy. So we need more time for preparations ...
hi unity100 * you can go to any money changer (d枚viz) and ask for a change receipt worth USD3000/- in return of commission which will be equal to the difference of buying and selling. For example if the difference between buying and selling is 0,02 ... Read More
Looking for a job
Hi Sara, It is very difficult for you to get a job here, specially in tourism sector because first of all you are a foreigner and secondly your Turkish is not good. Any company hiring you need to get work permit for you which is a difficult task. ... Read More
getting temporary living permit/long visa
Hi Amalia, It is very easy. You come to Turkey with a touristic visa and on behalf of that get a 6-months 陌kamet(residence permit). Get married during this period and convert your Ikamet's duration to 1 year on the basis of your ... Read More
Tear Gas....Welcome to Istanbul! by charlrose
Hi I moved to Istanbul about 6 days ago and yesterday had my first experience of some Police enforcement in Taksim Square. They were using tear gas to disperse crowds (I couldn't see any crowds!). As I have never been in this situation before I was ...
Hi Charlotte, Welcome to Istanbul. Actually these kinds of incidence are normal here but not very frequent. Mostly the people living here knows the day, time & place when such thing will occur, for instance 1st May or a football match. Usually ... Read More
Indians in istanbul need your help please by anujm
Hi To all my fellow indians in istanbul. I am looking at a potential move to Istanbul with my family (including my wife and daughter) and just wanted to get a sense of what's it like for indian's to live in istanbul, are there many indians around? ...
Welcome to Istanbul. There is no such area where you can find Indian and Pakistanis. The reason being that, in this big city there are not many Indians and Pakistanis and all are scattered living closer to their place of work. Regards, Read More
Are there Pakistani in Istanbul? by wasimkazi2000
Assalam Alaikum, I am Pakistani American and want to move to Istanbul with my wife and 2 little daughters. Please let me know is there Pakistani community around? And I heard there is a war threat from Seria? Whats all this? I also have lived ...
Hi Mudassar. I sent you p.m. Read More
schools and neighborhoods in Izmir by greteroland
Hi all, My son, his daughter and I are moving to Izmir in June, 2013. My grand-daughter will need to go to 8th grade, so we are looking for a school that doesn't cost an arm and a leg, but is excellent, of course. Also, we will need to rent ...
"English medium school" is a biggest issue for foreigners in Turkey. Even the private schools do not offer subjects in English. However some schools belonging to embassies & consulates are English medium, but they are very expensive. Read More
Residence Permit ? by Adelaid茅e
Please, for the residence permit, someone knows if rules have changed from the begining of 2012 or it remain the same? Thanks,
It will not be a visa, but a 6-month residence permit Read More
Residence Permit ? by Adelaid茅e
Please, for the residence permit, someone knows if rules have changed from the begining of 2012 or it remain the same? Thanks,
You will get residence permit (ikamet tezkeresi) on the basis of your sponsorship by Turkish Citizen. The first Residence permit is always given by Emniyet @ Vatan cad and later on by the Emniyet where you live. Read More
Are there Pakistani in Istanbul? by wasimkazi2000
Assalam Alaikum, I am Pakistani American and want to move to Istanbul with my wife and 2 little daughters. Please let me know is there Pakistani community around? And I heard there is a war threat from Seria? Whats all this? I also have lived ...
I sent you P.M :) Hi Friends, i am Aamir From Pakistan but living in Dubai UAE, i would like to visit Istanbul. will you Please suggest me the cheapest place for stay as i will come only for 7 days and also guide me that how i can i visit Istanbul, ... Read More
Indians in istanbul need your help please by anujm
Hi To all my fellow indians in istanbul. I am looking at a potential move to Istanbul with my family (including my wife and daughter) and just wanted to get a sense of what's it like for indian's to live in istanbul, are there many indians around? ...
@ movenget : - once you get your work permit and residence permit you can sponsor your family. - it depends on your qualification and experience and the sector you are working. - you need to go to emniyet yabanci mud眉rl眉ğ眉 (police) and ... Read More
Citizenship and Backround Check
No it does not allow to work or own a shop. You need a work permit which will be sponsored by a company registered in Turkey. Read More
somebody to play table tennis and squash around Besiktas? by LucinkaRa
Hi, I am new in Istanbul and would like to find new friends to do some sports with. Please let me know if interested! ;) Lucie
Thanks Midnight78, and can you please inform suitable place for Table Tennis particularly near E-5. I know that there are some tables in Profilo Mall near Mecidiyekoy. Read More
Citizenship and Backround Check
No, there is no such checking once you provide all relevant documents. Read More
somebody to play table tennis and squash around Besiktas? by LucinkaRa
Hi, I am new in Istanbul and would like to find new friends to do some sports with. Please let me know if interested! ;) Lucie
hi guys, i am interested in squash and table-tennis both but i could not find any squash court yet. i guess squash is not a popular sport here. anyways. i am looking forward to play soon. regards, Read More
My headscarf one HUGE problem! by bonnoise
Hello dear expats, As the title of my post indicates, my headscarf is an obstacle for me to find a job, in a so ' called" muslim coutry. I'm a young English teacher, with an experience of 2 years but yet, can't find a job. I thought that the only ...
Hi bonnoise, I think you better look for job in areas like Fatih or Eyup.. Also there are some Vak谋f which offers English courses for their studnts. Maybe they can hire you. But I have no idea about their salaries. good luck.. Read More
Istanbul Asian Side by Rezafizh
Selam all friends! I'm Indonesian and now living in 脺mraniye, Asian Side, i just want to know is there any interesting places that i should visit in the Istanbul Asian Side? Or is there any foreigners / Turkish here? I just want to prove this ...
@sunsetglow : are you sure that viaport is the biggest shopping center in turkey ? i thought its cevahir (source : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_largest_shopping_malls_in_the_world) @ays4 : agreed. european side is better and real istanbul :) Read More
resident permit
You need to apply for the residence permit. Also check for the e-randevu(electronic appointment) dates because sometimes it is very hard to get appointment on time. one of my friend applied for appointment for residence permit in october and he got ... Read More
resident permit
Here are the answers: - You need a separate resident permit based on Husband's permit. - Get birth-certificate from hospital and go to Consulate for registration and passport. Also need to register the newborn in Emniyet@ Vatan. - Passport is ... Read More
Help and suggestions for an internship in Turkey (Istanbul)
hi dilek, it will be easier to do internship in a good firm provided you got a good network or p.r with someone inside.. best of luck. Read More
Public librairies in Istanbul
soon you will know the general interest of public in libraries :) Read More
Public librairies in Istanbul
Ok, I will inform you some libraries in private message Read More
Public librairies in Istanbul
Welcome to Istanbul. There are many good librairies, it depends in which area you are living. Read More
Student coming to Istanbul University from Pakistan by pakistani_guy
Hello all, I am new to this forum. I am a student from Pakistan and have recently acquired the Turkish Government scholarship for PhD at Istanbul University. I would appreciate if anyone studying at Istanbul University can get in touch with ...
Dear Pakistani_guy, Hope you have reached Ist. sound and safe and have settled and met Pakistani fellows. I am new @ expat-blog and saw this thread late. If you still need some guidance, you can write me in private. enjoy your stay :) Read More
Indian food supplies in Ankara by Fatma Ilhan
Hi, my name is Fatma, I'm Turkish but was born and raised in Kuwait, I came to live in Ankara tow years ago.as you know Kuwait has a very large Indian community, so my family and I came to be very fund of Indian food, but we can't fined any stores ...
Hi Fatma, You can easily find Basmati rice in Migros or Carefour etc. I have seen curry powder and other spices in Spice Market-Istanbul but no idea about Ankara. Happy hunting :) Read More