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Comprehensive comparison between Arequipa (Peru) and Istanbul (Turkey). Analyze differences in purchasing power, housing, safety, and visas to make your next move.
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Based on 2026 cost of living data, Arequipa is more affordable than Istanbul. Arequipa has a cost rating of 22/100, while Istanbul has a cost rating of 85/100.
In terms of safety, Arequipa ranks higher with a safety score of 82/100, compared to Istanbul at 75/100. Arequipa's safety score is 82/100 and Istanbul's safety score is 75/100.
Average rent in Arequipa is typically €250 - €450 per month, whereas typical rent in Istanbul averages $1,000 per month.
For Arequipa, the visa process is rated as: Peru Rentista (Passive Income) & Digital Nomad Visa (Peru’s Rentista visa grants permanent residency to foreign remote earners / retirees (~$1,000/mo income), alongside digital nomad entries.). For Istanbul, the process is rated as: Accessible (Residency permits (Ikamet) are standard, though rules for property-based residency have tightened.).
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