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Comprehensive comparison between Istanbul (Turkey) and Phnom Penh (Cambodia). 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, Phnom Penh is more affordable than Istanbul. Istanbul has a cost rating of 85/100, while Phnom Penh has a cost rating of 24/100.
In terms of safety, Phnom Penh ranks higher with a safety score of 76/100, compared to Istanbul at 75/100. Istanbul's safety score is 75/100 and Phnom Penh's safety score is 76/100.
Average rent in Istanbul is typically $1,000 per month, whereas typical rent in Phnom Penh averages €400 - €700 per month.
For Istanbul, the visa process is rated as: Accessible (Residency permits (Ikamet) are standard, though rules for property-based residency have tightened.). For Phnom Penh, the process is rated as: 1-Year Ordinary Business Visa (EB Visa) (Cambodia offers the easiest 1-year renewable Ordinary (EB) Business Visa in Southeast Asia, with zero complicated income proofs.).
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