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InterNations — A Community for American Expats in Brussels

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

Although Brussels 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 Brussels, there’s a vibrant circle of American expats from all regions of USA, including New York City, Los Angeles, and beyond.

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Kelly Powell

Kelly Powell

I loved moving to Brussels. But after a while I felt homesick. On InterNations I met a bunch of people from the US. That helped a lot.

Maria Lombardi

Maria Lombardi

You can really get lost in the "capital of Europe" - InterNations helped me to get settled and to make a lot of expat friends.

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An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

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Why you'll love InterNations in Brussels

55,834
members in Brussels
2,184
American members
75
monthly events
56
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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What American expats love about living in Brussels

To gain a better understanding of expat life in Brussels, we asked our American members for their opinions. Let’s start with the positive ones first.

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One of the best things about Brussels is a slower pace of life than in the US and I feel that my values match with Belgium more than they do in the US. — American expat living in Brussels
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What I like about Brussels is outstanding healthcare, available to all expats and residents. Furthermore the city itself offers huge variety of cultural opportunities such as: art, music, theater. — American expat living in Brussels
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What I enjoy most about Brussels is good quality of life for the average person. The city is well connected to other countries. You can meet lots of foreigners, and make new friends. — American expat living in Brussels
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One of the best things about Brussels is going to the professional cycling events. — American expat living in Brussels
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Now let's see some common negative topics that our American members had on their minds:

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Dealing with bureaucracy here is incredibly frustrating. — American expat living in Brussels
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For me, it is difficult to make local friends. Even when they can speak English, they don't seem interested in being friends with anyone unless they speak French. Some people on the streets are very aggressive and it doesn't always feel safe walking alone. — American expat living in Brussels
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The cost of living is extremely high, and prices in general are quite overwhelming. — American expat living in Brussels
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Air pollution is a serious concern for me. — American expat living in Brussels
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Why Americans move abroad … (and do they like it?)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys for expats — Expat Insider — where we ask people living around the world about every aspect of expat life. We’ve rounded up key facts about the typical American expat: what motivated them to move to a new country, what they enjoy about life abroad, as well as what they struggle with the most.

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Connect at Our Events in Brussels

Attend our monthly events and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expats and fellow Americans in Brussels. 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 Brussels. Take this chance to mingle and meet other expats and global minds in Brussels.

Lebanese Shawarma
Lebanese Shawarma
Let's enjoy shawarma, a very popular street food originating from the Middle East, traditionally prepared with spiced meats (chicken or beef + lamb) piled on a vertical spit, with thin slices being cut as it rotates. Our vegetarian friends can also enjoy some delicious sandwiches/dishes.
Let's enjoy shawarma, a very popular street food originating from the Middle East, traditionally prepared with spiced meats (chicken or beef + lamb) piled on a vertical spit, with thin slices being cut as it rotates. Our vegetarian friends can also enjoy some delicious sandwiches/dishes.
Friday Evening Badminton
Friday Evening Badminton
Let's meet for some fun and exercise on the badminton courts from 19:00 to 21:00(courts 1 and 2). We expect each player to have the basics of badminton! Rules are simple, and every participant who registers is supposed to have read and understood these rules: 1. Members who are joining for the 1st
Let's meet for some fun and exercise on the badminton courts from 19:00 to 21:00(courts 1 and 2). We expect each player to have the basics of badminton! Rules are simple, and every participant who registers is supposed to have read and understood these rules: 1. Members who are joining for the 1st
Art Nouveau Maison Hannon
Art Nouveau Maison Hannon
Designed for the couple Marie Debard and Édouard Hannon by their friend and architect Jules Brunfaut. On the first floor of the Maison Hannon, explore the building’s turbulent history, from its abandonment to its gradual restoration. Discover how this private residence, originally conceived as a tot
Designed for the couple Marie Debard and Édouard Hannon by their friend and architect Jules Brunfaut. On the first floor of the Maison Hannon, explore the building’s turbulent history, from its abandonment to its gradual restoration. Discover how this private residence, originally conceived as a tot
Third Test, South Africa V New Zealand (Johannesburg)
The 3rd test in the historic All Blacks tour of South Africa
The 3rd test in the historic All Blacks tour of South Africa

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Find People Who Share Your Passions

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!

La Dolce Vita Group
La Dolce Vita Group
Outdoor Adventures Group
Outdoor Adventures Group
Party Group
Party Group
Forty+ and Fabulous Socializing Group
Forty+ and Fabulous Socializing Group

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Enjoy the International Experience with InterNations

  • Browse our network of members to get to know American expats in Brussels and connect with others.
  • Take part in our expat forums to get firsthand tips and information from fellow Americans in Brussels.
  • Meet other American expats and global minds at 600 monthly official events and share your interests at more than 4,600 monthly activities in Brussels and across the globe.

InterNations provides an easy, casual way to get to know expats from the USA and further afield in your local community. Sound good? Then let us welcome you into our Brussels Community today!

Mix and Mingle with Americans in Brussels at Our Events

Our Brussels community is also lively and welcoming offline. The InterNations Ambassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience in Brussels’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow American expats to discover the Flemish North. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from the United States of America in your local community and meet Americans in Belgium in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our Americans living in Brussels!

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