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Istanbul or San Sebastián
Comprehensive comparison between Istanbul (Turkey) and San Sebastián (Spain). 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, Istanbul is more affordable than San Sebastián. Istanbul has a cost rating of 85/100, while San Sebastián has a cost rating of 58/100.
In terms of safety, San Sebastián ranks higher with a safety score of 90/100, compared to Istanbul at 75/100. Istanbul's safety score is 75/100 and San Sebastián's safety score is 90/100.
Average rent in Istanbul is typically $1,000 per month, whereas typical rent in San Sebastián averages €800 - €1,200 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 San Sebastián, the process is rated as: Spanish Digital Nomad Visa & EU Freedom (Spain’s Nomad Visa provides non-EU remote workers a 1-to-3 year residence permit with streamlined tax benefits.).
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