Looking for British Expats in Cape Town?

Thinking about moving to Cape Town as a Briton? These pros and cons come from the InterNations Expat Insider survey, in which thousands of expats around the world share what they like and don't like about life abroad each year. Country-level percentages aren't broken out for Cape Town, so the points below reflect what British expats there wrote in their own words.

• The weather. Sunshine and a mild climate dominate the answers as the single most-loved thing about life there.

• The nature and scenery are spectacular. Mountains, coast, and endless outdoor activities on the doorstep come up again and again.

• It is very affordable. Britons describe low-cost housing and eating out, and a lifestyle simply not affordable for ordinary people in the UK.

• Quality of life is high. Many say their quality of life improved, with good jobs, family and friends nearby, and a rich outdoor life.

• Safety is a concern. Crime is a constant backdrop, and Britons describe how it limits daily life.

• Politics and corruption weigh heavily. Political instability, corruption, and government inefficiency come up more than anything else.

• Inequality is visible. High unemployment, poverty, and beggars are a hard part of daily life, especially for youth.

• Transport and services have gaps. A lack of safe public transport and unreliable services round out the downsides.

For Britons, Cape Town offers breathtaking nature, sunshine, affordability, and a lifestyle that's hard to match on the money. The trade-offs are serious: crime, corruption, and inequality shape daily life. It rewards those who come for the landscape and lifestyle and can manage the security realities.

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 British members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

With InterNations, British expats in Cape Town are able to find both the help they need as well as lots of valuable information. The city on the cape of good hope, also known as Ikapa, 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 Cape Town’s British expats.
• Become active in our Expat Forums in order to find insider tips and suggestions from fellow British expats in Cape Town.
• Make full use of the Expat Guide for Cape Town to obtain important information on your temporary home abroad.

Our Cape Town 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 Cape Town’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow British expats to discover the Highveld's Gauteng City Region. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from United Kingdom in your local community and meet Brits in South Africa in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our Brits living in Cape Town!