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InterNations - A Place for Spaniards in Brussels

¡Hola! to all Spaniards in Brussels! Would you like to meet fellow Spanish expats in Brussels? Would you like to get insider suggestions from other Spaniards, e.g. where in Brussels your hometown team’s next match is shown on TV or where to get paella?

We would like to invite you to become a member of InterNations Brussels. As a member of InterNations, you will have access to an active group of Spanish expats, hailing from Madrid, Sevilla, Barcelona and all regions of Spain.

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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
2,404
Spanish members
75
monthly events
56
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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What Spanish in Brussels love about the city

We receive lot of written feedback from the thousands of survey-participants each year. Let's see some of the most common positive quotes.

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What I enjoy most about Brussels is access to forest and green spaces in the city or nearby. — Spanish expat living in Brussels
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What I really enjoy in Brussels is working stability. — Spanish expat living in Brussels
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What I enjoy most about Brussels is the mix of cultures, access to different things coming from different countries, the cultural environment (concerts, theater plays, museums, events), all kind of parties, and people are super friendly and diverse. — Spanish expat living in Brussels
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What I enjoy most about Brussels is the social life and opportunities to travel easily. — Spanish expat living in Brussels
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Now let's move to negative reviews of expat life in Brussels

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Maybe the weather is often too gray too but is just something you can cope with. — Spanish expat living in Brussels
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I don't always feel completely safe in certain areas. — Spanish expat living in Brussels
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A major drawback for me is the presence of bureaucracy. — Spanish expat living in Brussels
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Why Spanish expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our Spanish members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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Meet fellow Spaniards at our events in Brussels

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow Spaniards in Brussels.

EU - Jamaica Business Forum
EU - Jamaica Business Forum
The Embassy of Jamaica in Brussels invites you to participate in the EU - Jamaica Business Forum which will be held under the theme 'Trade, Investment, Resilence'. The programme will be from 14:00 to 17:00, but participants are encouraged to arrive from 13:30 to 13:50 to ensure a smooth flow for ev
The Embassy of Jamaica in Brussels invites you to participate in the EU - Jamaica Business Forum which will be held under the theme 'Trade, Investment, Resilence'. The programme will be from 14:00 to 17:00, but participants are encouraged to arrive from 13:30 to 13:50 to ensure a smooth flow for ev
French Language in Brussels
French Language in Brussels
This group is open to ALL, whether you are a native French speaker or a true beginner, don't be shy and simply join us! We'll meet to chit-chat or just listen to each other, have a drink, and enjoy a relaxing evening together. - How to find us? Our meetings take place very close to Gare Centrale a
This group is open to ALL, whether you are a native French speaker or a true beginner, don't be shy and simply join us! We'll meet to chit-chat or just listen to each other, have a drink, and enjoy a relaxing evening together. - How to find us? Our meetings take place very close to Gare Centrale a
Meeting in a Convivial Atmosphere
Meeting in a Convivial Atmosphere
Hello everyone We go in a traditional place for our place but every time people like it. It is in a cellar of 16th Century. Come to have a chat with a nice drink. Every two weeks there is Live music. For new comers in Brussels, I can recommend and like to welcome you! See you there. Danny
Hello everyone We go in a traditional place for our place but every time people like it. It is in a cellar of 16th Century. Come to have a chat with a nice drink. Every two weeks there is Live music. For new comers in Brussels, I can recommend and like to welcome you! See you there. Danny
InterNations Brussels | November Event @ THE NETWORK - New Venue
Join us with good vibes in a stylish new venue! - Located right in the heart of Place du Luxembourg, facing the European Parliament, Network Gastropub is the ultimate international meeting point. Its name says it all: a true crossroads where an after-work drink can turn into great conversations and
Join us with good vibes in a stylish new venue! - Located right in the heart of Place du Luxembourg, facing the European Parliament, Network Gastropub is the ultimate international meeting point. Its name says it all: a true crossroads where an after-work drink can turn into great conversations and

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

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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Spanish Expats in Brussels Help You With Their Advice

With InterNations, Spanish expats in Brussels are able to find both the help they need as well as lots of valuable information. The "Capital Of Europe" offers so much for expats to explore - our community helps you enjoy your stay to the fullest.

  • Look through our Members Network to connect with Brussels’s Spanish expats.
  • Become active in our Expat Forums in order to find insider tips and suggestions from fellow Spanish expats in Brussels.
  • Make full use of the Expat Guide for Brussels to obtain important information on your temporary home abroad.

Mix and Mingle with Spaniards 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 Spanish expats to discover the Flemish North. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from Spain in your local community and meet Spaniards 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 Spaniards living in Brussels!

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