Türkiye attracts Israeli relocators for its lower cost of living relative to Israeli urban centres, geographic proximity (under 2 hours flying time), and accessible residence pathways. Istanbul hosts a long-established Sephardic Jewish community and a smaller contemporary Israeli expat presence; Antalya and Bodrum see significant seasonal Israeli traffic.
Israeli citizens receive visa-free entry for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Long-term residence requires a Turkish residence permit, applied for in-country at e-ikamet.gov.tr.
Banking access is generally workable with a residence permit and Turkish tax number. Bilateral relations and policy can shift — keep a buffer for paperwork timing and have alternative banking options ready.