The Turkish Cypriot Diaspora and CAN Sigorta: Staying Connected Across Generations

The Turkish Cypriot diaspora is spread across the world.

From London to Melbourne, from Manchester to Toronto, thousands of Turkish Cypriots have built new lives abroad while maintaining deep emotional and cultural ties to Northern Cyprus.

Despite the distance, one connection rarely breaks: home.

Property, family houses, inherited land, vehicles, and businesses in Northern Cyprus remain part of daily life for many members of the diaspora. And with that connection comes responsibility, protection, and trust.

A Diaspora Shaped by History

Migration has been part of the Turkish Cypriot story for decades.

Political uncertainty, education, and economic opportunity led many families to settle abroad, particularly in the United Kingdom.

Over time, the diaspora grew into a multi-generational community.

Second and third generations may live abroad, but Northern Cyprus remains a reference point, not just geographically, but emotionally.

This reality creates unique needs, especially when it comes to insurance and risk management back home.

Why Insurance Matters More for the Diaspora

Living abroad means you are not always physically present to manage risks.

A water leak, storm damage, fire, or third-party liability issue in Northern Cyprus does not wait for flights or holidays. When something happens, distance becomes the biggest vulnerability.

For diaspora families, insurance is not just a legal requirement.

It is peace of mind.

It answers one simple question:

“If something happens while I’m away, is it handled?”

CAN Sigorta: A Constant Presence Since 1958

For many Turkish Cypriot families, CAN Sigorta is not a new name.

Founded in 1958, CAN Sigorta has grown alongside the modern history of Northern Cyprus. Generations have insured their homes, vehicles, and businesses with the same institution, creating continuity in a region shaped by change.

This long-standing presence matters to the diaspora.

Trust is not built through advertising. It is built through decades of reliability.

Bridging Distance with Digital Access

The needs of the diaspora have evolved.

Today, accessibility is as important as experience.

Families abroad expect to communicate easily, receive updates quickly, and handle matters without unnecessary complexity.

Digital communication, WhatsApp support, and remote document handling are no longer conveniences. They are necessities.

For diaspora clients, the value lies in knowing that:

• Questions are answered without delay
• Documents can be shared securely
• Matters are handled locally, even when clients are abroad

Distance should not create uncertainty.

More Than Insurance: A Relationship with Home

For the Turkish Cypriot diaspora, insurance is deeply emotional.

It protects:

• Family homes filled with memories
• Inherited properties passed through generations
• Vehicles used during annual visits
• Businesses that keep ties to the island alive

In this sense, insurance becomes part of cultural continuity.

Looking Forward

As the Turkish Cypriot diaspora continues to grow and evolve, the need for reliable, accessible, and locally rooted insurance becomes even more important.

Institutions that understand both heritage and modern expectations play a critical role in maintaining trust across borders.

CAN Sigorta’s story is closely linked with that of the Turkish Cypriot people, at home and abroad. And in a world where distance is measured in hours but trust is measured in decades, that connection still matters.