Moving to Turkey: Complete Relocation Checklist

Two to three months before

• Decide the city and neighbourhood shortlist, and check commute realities
• Collect civil documents you may need abroad: birth, marriage, qualifications
• Arrange translations and legalisation of documents while you still have access to issuers
• Get quotes for international moving or decide to travel light
• Review health insurance options for the first months
• Check what your pets, vehicle or specialist equipment will require

One month before

• Confirm temporary accommodation for arrival week
• Book airport transfer and, if needed, an interpreter for early appointments
• Set up an eSIM or a plan for connectivity on day one
• Notify banks, insurers, tax office and subscriptions of your move
• Photograph valuables and back up important files
• Prepare a document folder that travels in your hand luggage

Arrival week

• Get a working local number and internet access
• Start the housing search or complete the contract you agreed remotely
• Understand the lease: deposit, notice, utilities, who pays what
• Register utilities and book an internet installation appointment
• Begin any residency-related steps that require you to be in the country

First three months

• Complete residency paperwork and keep copies of everything submitted
• Register with a doctor and, if you have children, complete school admissions
• Set up local payment methods and understand recurring bills
• Learn the basics of the language for daily errands
• Build a small local network — neighbours, colleagues, community groups

Where the marketplace fits

Most of these tasks map to a service you can book: airport transfer, apartment search, moving, translation, internet setup, school search and local orientation. Browse services or start from the Turkey country page to see what is available in your destination city.

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