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Cost of living in Istanbul for remote workers
A megacity on two continents with incredible food. Prices move fast with inflation.
Monthly budget
$1,430/month
Estimate for one person living comfortably, not luxury. Updated 2026-09.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇹🇷 Türkiye
- Your visa
- Internet
- 📶 ~40 Mbps (fixed broadband median)
- Local time
- Work overlap
- Plan a meeting →
- Language
- Turkish
- Vibe
- city food culture
Best months to be in Istanbul
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Stay longer with Türkiye's Digital Nomad Visa
$3,000/month (age 21 to 55, eligible nationalities only) · Up to 1 year