Living and Working in Ankara, Turkey as an Expat | Expats Everywhere

Christine is from South Korea and lived in Ankara, Turkey for a very long time. She talks to ExpatsEverywhere about life as an expat in Turkey. She shares her experiences about safety, things to do, how much money you can make, Ankara as a travel hub, the weather, what to pack, and more!
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  • @s.o.s.crawford83
    @s.o.s.crawford833 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for pronouncing Ankara correctly. I lived their for four years. My father was in the Air Force. He was paid in US dollars. We lived off base but, we shopped on base at the commissary for products you couldn't get in the city and we went to the American hospital which was in the city. All of these years later I miss the bazaars and hot sunflower seeds well, I miss the food. All the elementary schools teach not only Turkish but, English and French.

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing. We don't pronounce much correctly so we're glad to hear it.

  • @armani8983
    @armani89834 жыл бұрын

    Alot of Question resolved. Thats why we always needs Teacher for life. She defined very very well.

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the comment and feedback, Leo.

  • @mirandapillsbury7885
    @mirandapillsbury78854 жыл бұрын

    thanks for the video!

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    4 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome! We appreciate the comment. If you haven't already, please subscribe. Thank you.

  • @abdulrahman-rk6rm
    @abdulrahman-rk6rm3 жыл бұрын

    This is a great video i have ever seen about Ankara turkey

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    3 жыл бұрын

    Woah! Thanks.

  • @cbm2156
    @cbm21562 жыл бұрын

    I spend 18 months in Ankara with the US Army back in the 1960s. I know it has changed a lot since then and the city itself is about 4 or 5 times larger than it was when I was there from late 1962 to May 1964. I enjoyed living there and think of it often as a great experience. .

  • @emincan007
    @emincan0074 жыл бұрын

    Hello guys. My origin is ankara and im every year there. I can say its one if the most beautiful cities i have seen. Its also safe and the people are funny and nice. In Ankara you can definitely have a great metropolitan life with nature around the city, lots of malls and safety. I only can advocate what shes telling about Ankara.

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing

  • @mother2midwife
    @mother2midwife3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 🙏🏻

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    3 жыл бұрын

    You’re welcome 😊

  • @sbring00able
    @sbring00able3 ай бұрын

    Wow born in S Korea? Her English is perfect

  • @cherifa8628
    @cherifa86285 жыл бұрын

    thnx for these info specially for people like me who would to find a job in turkey

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    5 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome. You're why we do it! In return, all we ask is that you subscribe and hit the notification bell. That's the way you can help us the most. And if you shared the video with someone you think could do with the info, that would be awesome too!

  • @bilaldavis5883
    @bilaldavis58833 жыл бұрын

    I really enjoyed that information. Thank you!

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Bilal. We appreciate the comment.

  • @tico_carlinhos

    @tico_carlinhos

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@ExpatsEverywhere This is me!

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@tico_carlinhos ahhh okay. There we go! 👏 👏 👏

  • @TheTanha47
    @TheTanha475 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Very clear insight for people who are interested to move to Turkey.

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    5 жыл бұрын

    You're very welcome. Thank you for the feedback. We really appreciate you taking the time to tell us that.

  • @yahyakhan649

    @yahyakhan649

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@ExpatsEverywhere how to find job in turkey

  • @abdimuhumad7155
    @abdimuhumad71553 жыл бұрын

    Hi wher can i found a list or links of schools that i can teach on English and French languages in ankara?

  • @ckurtulmamis
    @ckurtulmamis Жыл бұрын

    You may find pork products at big migros supermarket, including bacon.

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing.

  • @dea2432
    @dea24324 жыл бұрын

    Hi, please can you kindly do a video on the types of job available for unskilled workers?

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    4 жыл бұрын

    We'll see what we can turn up for you.

  • @Amira-ir6sb
    @Amira-ir6sb2 жыл бұрын

    I am planning to retire at the end of 2021 and I am serouslly thinking to move to Ankara after I research many other cities like Antalya or other Mediterranean cities that are hot and humid, I am thinking I can always visit theses cities in winter when it's cold in Ankara . It's not easy to decide but as of now I am 65% leaning towards Ankara.

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing, Amira. We appreciate you subscribing. - Josh & Kalie

  • @abdimuhumad7155
    @abdimuhumad71553 жыл бұрын

    Hi expats wher can i found a list or links of schools that i can teach on English and French languages in ankara?

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    3 жыл бұрын

    International School Advisors is a pretty good resource for that. www.ischooladvisor.com/city/Ankara - Josh & Kalie

  • @nomembers6666

    @nomembers6666

    Жыл бұрын

    I would highly recommend you go to Horizon education Center which is partnered up with citizens, high school which is based in kizilay cankaya

  • @thesabiqoon4178
    @thesabiqoon41783 жыл бұрын

    How can I find out information about english medium highschool and schools?

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    3 жыл бұрын

    Here are your international school options. www.ischooladvisor.com/city/Ankara

  • @nomembers6666

    @nomembers6666

    Жыл бұрын

    I would like to recommend you at school that is based in Ankara Turkey, which is called horizon education centre which is based in kizilay cankaya konur sokak 57/3

  • @viajerozz
    @viajerozz3 жыл бұрын

    Hi, great information, thanks! Can you recommend any resources or schools in Turkey that might employ a Spanish speaking (no English) teacher? Thanks!

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Ron. ISS and Search Associates seem to get the lion's share of job postings for international schools. So if you're looking for a job as a Spanish teacher, that's where to check.

  • @viajerozz

    @viajerozz

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@ExpatsEverywhere Thanks for the fast response! That's one reasn I subscrive :-)

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@viajerozz You're welcome! We're glad to do it. Thanks for subscribing.

  • @egekeremgencoglu2130

    @egekeremgencoglu2130

    3 жыл бұрын

    You can search it from Turkish national employment site kariyer.net. You can easily find a job as a native spanish teacher.

  • @abdimuhumad7155

    @abdimuhumad7155

    3 жыл бұрын

    How can i get a link English and French teaching job schools

  • @hafsahamdi9516
    @hafsahamdi95164 жыл бұрын

    hi/meraba how can a Somli family live in Ankara we would love to live in Ankara

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hi, have you checked your visa requirements for Turkey?

  • @preetibahravi2725
    @preetibahravi27254 жыл бұрын

    Hello, would you advice studying English Literature/English First Language Degree in Turkey, Ankara? My end goal is to become an expat teacher. I would love to know about what is required and what expectation is needed?

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    4 жыл бұрын

    Being a teacher in an international school generally requires being a licensed teacher in your home country.

  • @syrinebendoub944
    @syrinebendoub9443 жыл бұрын

    Hello , I'm Morrocan and I have english civilisation and literature degree and my master is about english for communication and TESOL certification that allow me to teach in international private universities ?

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sorry, what's your question here? Are you wondering if you're able to teach at private international university based on what your qualifications are? Where did you study your degrees? It would certainly help if you got them in a native English speaking country like the US, UK, or Canada.

  • @ibrahimadan2437
    @ibrahimadan24374 жыл бұрын

    Hey I was wondering what's the average cost of a 2 bedroom apartment in Ankara? Not luxurious and nothing to crowded and etc just a normal 2 bedroom apartment In a safe neighborhood

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    4 жыл бұрын

    Numbeo is a solid resource for averages around the world. www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/in/Ankara?displayCurrency=USD

  • @thewidowmaker3979

    @thewidowmaker3979

    3 жыл бұрын

    2000-2500TL

  • @egekeremgencoglu2130

    @egekeremgencoglu2130

    3 жыл бұрын

    You can easily find a 2 bedroom apartment 300.000 to 700.000 (TL) depends on how luxury it is. You can look at sahibinden.com. for more real estate. It's a national real estate site. You can search that thousands of houses there.

  • @egekeremgencoglu2130

    @egekeremgencoglu2130

    3 жыл бұрын

    Rent price is around 1600 to 3000 TL depends on the neighborhood and luxuriousness.

  • @turhanoniz3523
    @turhanoniz35233 жыл бұрын

    İt was more like a integration than interview

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    3 жыл бұрын

    😂 that's funny.

  • @dalailama9132
    @dalailama91323 жыл бұрын

    TURKEY IS MOST BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY IN WORLD & HOLDS MOST SECRET$ OF ALL WORLD ; BASICALLY IN TURKEY THEY HAVE A LIBRARY OF ALL THE LANGUAGE$ THAT GOT LOST.. SAVED

  • @aishaosman9446
    @aishaosman94463 жыл бұрын

    Hi. I am a registered nurse from the U.S. Are there any expat RN jobs for candidates like myself coming into Ankara? Thanks!

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    3 жыл бұрын

    Certainly there's more of an opportunity in a private hospitals. Have you checked any job boards online? We haven't really vetted these but it's a start. unjobs.org/themes/nursing vacanciesinturkey.com/jobs/international-ngo-jobs-turkey-non-profit-nurse/

  • @koushazaribaf4752
    @koushazaribaf47525 жыл бұрын

    thank you very much. Could you please mention her instagram or something I could talk to her. I have some questions

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    4 жыл бұрын

    IG c_park410 should do the trick.

  • @trneighty5941
    @trneighty59412 жыл бұрын

    Unfortunate to hear it’s unsafe to travel alone. I was hoping to visit there and I don’t have anyone to go with.

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing. We hope you can find a travel buddy.

  • @ckurtulmamis

    @ckurtulmamis

    Жыл бұрын

    It is mostly safe for solo travelers, if you do it with common sense. There are lots of solo travelers in Turkey, yeah even females too. She is making big of a deal.

  • @suzzywebbers7961

    @suzzywebbers7961

    10 ай бұрын

    I am travelling alone in Turkey all the time. It is very safe. Turks are very considerate and respectful and very adequate in general. Just use your common sense.

  • @user-zh2bs1jw2j
    @user-zh2bs1jw2j3 ай бұрын

    hi, loved the video. can you please provide her contact on any social media as i have a bunch of questions, hope she can guide me with those. so please if possible , give her updated social media contact. thank you❤

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    3 ай бұрын

    Hi, sorry, she doesn't want to be contacted about the interview. She also moved from Ankara some years back. Thanks for the love though.

  • @nomembers6666
    @nomembers66662 жыл бұрын

    I’m Somali and I’ve been in Ankara for seven months so far not even one Turkish person speaks English

  • @robinhazell6019
    @robinhazell6019Ай бұрын

    The first lady is an English teacher, yet her grammar is terrible, she kept saying 'a' instead in 'an;. No wonder Grammerly is an American invention.

  • @ExpatsEverywhere

    @ExpatsEverywhere

    Ай бұрын

    This is a bit of a strange comment, Robin. Christine is a music teacher at international schools originally from South Korea. Her American accent is attributed to going to American international schools around the world as her parents are South Korean expats. So English is her second language at the end of the day.

  • @robinhazell6019

    @robinhazell6019

    Ай бұрын

    @@ExpatsEverywhere I too was an ESL /EFL Teacher in 3 Asian countries for 28 years.Nothing strange about my comment because I only pointed out the truth of her speaking skills. If she had American teachers, then that explains her grammar skills, as I pointed out, it is no surprie that GRAMMERLY is from the USA. BTW: I worked with many American teachers, and their grammar was good,.I would say that the level of Grammar in all English speaking countries has fallen remarkably in the last 20 - 30 years.