AboutVictoria Williams Expertise Happy to advise on most matters that effect foreigners and expats living in Turkey especially restaurants, property, legal matters and general bureaucracy. Not very well informed about boats, flora & fauna...
Experience I have worked in Tourism, PR and property consultancy in the Bodrum area since 1995 and am presently involved in assisting foreigners with a wide range of legal matters via an established firm. A year spent in Istanbul in 2002-03 followed by regular trips means I can also provide some assistance in that area too.
Education/Credentials Registered with the Turkish Department of Education as a qualified real estate consultant & Turkish/English translator.
Question hi i was in turkey and met a turkish friend and want him to come over here and visit but he asked me to send him a invitation but im not sure what it is and what to write on it can u help?
Answer Dear Natalie,
The British Consulate likes to be as sure as possible that visitors from Turkey actually have a place to stay and someone who will be responsible for them while they are in the UK.
You should write a letter explaining that you are inviting your friend to stay with you between (date of arrival) and (date of departure) and that you accept to be his contact during this period. You might like to add the purpose of the visit, for example, do you intend to travel around, are you returning hospitality shown to you in Turkey? If you work, will you be taking time off so that you can show him around? It doesn't need to be a long letter but do make sure your full contact details are clear and that it is signed in case they want to contact you.
