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InterNations — A Community for American Expats in Basel

Hello to all Americans in Basel! Are you interested in getting to know fellow expats in Basel? Looking for advice from other Americans, e.g. wondering if there are any bars in Basel which will be showing your favorite baseball or American football team’s upcoming match or where to go in town for stuffed turkey?

Although Basel has lots to offer, you might be wondering where and how you can meet other Americans in the city. Luckily, InterNations is here to make this easier for you! You’re warmly invited to join the InterNations community. Within our international network in Basel, there’s a vibrant circle of American expats from all regions of USA, including New York City, Los Angeles, and beyond.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love InterNations in Basel

16,174

members in Basel

1,042

American members

monthly events

interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Connect at Our Events in Basel

Attend our monthly events and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expats and fellow Americans in Basel. From sailing to spirituality, there is sure to be something for everyone! In most communities, there are also monthly Newcomers’ Events especially for those who have recently joined the American community in Basel. Take this chance to mingle and meet other expats and global minds in Basel.

Afternoon Xmas Market Tour in Basel

18. December 2025, 15:15

1 attendees

In case you too happen to have Thursday off, would you be up for an afternoon walk across the historical center, to unveil the many surprises that the city prepared for us for Christmas? We'll try to walk along the Nativity route ( https://www.krippenweg.ch/ ), so as to admire Christmas cribs, magi

InterNations Basel Official Event @ L'Osteria Basel

15. January 2026, 18:00

4 attendees

Dear Basel Community, I would like to invite you all to an after-work with a welcome drink in the Italian Restaurant L'osteria Basel :) Around 21:00 a DJ starts playing and we can all dance and enjoy the Dancefloor:) Feel free to invite your friends to enjoy the music, dance; laugh and socialize

Want to meet other Americans at our events?

Our Global Partners

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!