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  • Sven Baudach

    My business partners, also mainly expats, and me, we always use the wonderful ֳŻ Events as an informal get-togethers.

ֳŻ - A Place for Russians in Izmir

Privet to all Russians in Izmir! Would you like to meet fellow Russian expats in Izmir? Would you like to get insider suggestions from other Russians, e.g. where in Izmir your hometown team’s next match is shown on TV or where to get borscht?

We would like to invite you to become a member of ֳŻ Izmir. As a member of ֳŻ, you will have access to an active group of Russian expats, hailing from Moscow, Yekaterinburg, Saint Petersburg and all regions of Russia.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love ֳŻ in Izmir

9,274
members in Izmir
201
Russian members
10
monthly events
625
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Meet fellow Russians at our events in Izmir

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow Russians in Izmir.

Apr 24, 2025, 6:00 PM
41 attendees
Dear ֳŻ Izmir Community, After having to cancel our March gathering —partly due to the ongoing heavy mood in the country— we’re glad to be back. Things may not be bright just yet, but we co
Dear Participants We regret to inform you that due to recent events, we have decided to postpone our gathering. Your safety and well-being are our top priorities, and we believe this is the best cour
Feb 28, 2025, 5:30 PM
50 attendees
Last month’s event at Hop Barley’s was an absolute blast! The cozy yet dynamic atmosphere made it possible for everyone to enjoy the night just the way they wanted. ✨ Wanted to mingle? There was a pe
Jan 24, 2025, 5:30 PM
74 attendees
Hello Everyone! As we step into the new year, let’s start 2025 on a positive note with good vibes and warm connections! We’re thrilled to invite you to our first gathering of the year, a perfect oppo

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Why Russian expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our Russian members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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    From Russia, living in Izmir
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    From Russia, living in Izmir
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    From Russia, living in Izmir
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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our ֳŻ Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Find other Russians to share your hobbies with

Russian Expats in Izmir Help You With Their Advice

With ֳŻ, Russian expats in Izmir are able to find both the help they need as well as lots of valuable information. the city formerly known as Smyrna offers so much for expats to explore - our community helps you enjoy your stay to the fullest.

  • Look through our Members Network to connect with Izmir’s Russian expats.
  • Become active in our Expat Forums in order to find insider tips and suggestions from fellow Russian expats in Izmir.
  • Make full use of the Expat Guide for Izmir to obtain important information on your temporary home abroad.

Mix and Mingle with Russians in Izmir at Our Events

Our Izmir community is also lively and welcoming offline. The ֳŻ Ambassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience in Izmir’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow Russian expats to discover Aegean Turkey, between the azure sea and silvery olive groves. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from Russia in your local community and meet Russians in Turkey in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our Russians living in Izmir!

  • Sven Baudach

    My business partners, also mainly expats, and me, we always use the wonderful ֳŻ Events as an informal get-togethers.

  • Maggy Roswick

    With all the great information and contacts provided by ֳŻ, it was no big deal to get settled in Istanbul.

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