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  • Paul Zimmerer

    The InterNations network helped me transition from a study abroad student to a resident of Zagreb.

InterNations – The Place for South Africans Living in Croatia

Want to connect with the expat community of South Africans in Croatia? Looking for South African compatriots to help you with your questions on expat life? Or are you looking for other South African expats to go on an excursion to the plains, lakes and rolling hills of the continental north with?

InterNations Croatia offers everything you might need as an expat, no matter whether you already live in Croatia or are still in South Africa planning your upcoming foreign assignment. InterNations is the leading platform among expatriates and global minds in all countries around the world. Needless to say, our community of South African expats in Croatia is going very strong, with members having roots all across South Africa - from Durban, over Johannesburg to Cape Town.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

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Meet other South Africans at our events in Croatia

Attend our monthly events and activities for South Africans expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

Mar 8, 2024, 7:00 PM
18 attendees
We are delighted to invite you to the InterNations March event in "Chic bar & more" on this special date when we are celebrating International Women's Day! InterNations is thrilled to bring together
Sep 29, 2023, 7:00 PM
18 attendees
Dear InterNations friends, Lets celebrate together a fabulous InterNations Sweet 16 birthday at Egoist Bar Cvjetno on Friday, September 29th! Join us for an unforgettable night full of joy with the
Jun 29, 2023, 7:00 PM
14 attendees
Dear InterNations Friends, We are delighted to invite you to the InterNations event taking place at Pappar Bistro & Bar in Bundek Center on Thursday, June 29, 2023. InterNations is thrilled to bri
May 29, 2023, 7:00 PM
20 attendees
Meet Internationals in the Heart of Zagreb! Join us to celebrate the month of May surrounded by international friends and like-minded people in one of the most beautiful locations in the heart of Zag

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    Tips and Advice on Croatia from Your Fellow South African Expats

    Obviously, expat life in Croatia goes well beyond shipping your belongings and taking care of red tape. Socializing with fellow South Africans is an important facet of living abroad and can be a huge stepping stone in getting to know the Croatian mentality and way of life. South Africans in Croatia are a part of our community, calling cities such as Dubrovnik, Rijeka, Zagreb, and many others home. You can use InterNations to look for fellow South Africans in Zagreb, for example.

    Wondering where to shop for South African delicatessen, want to discuss your national team's latest match, or simply talk to someone in your native language? Become a member of the Croatian InterNations Community!

    • Our network is the best place to meet expats from South Africa.
    • On the Croatia Expat Forums, you can get competent answers to all your expat-related questions: how to find a babysitter fluent in your mother tongue, where to get bobotie in Zagreb, etc.
    • The InterNations Places database for Croatia has information on the nearest South African embassy and many other institutions.

    From the plains, lakes and rolling hills of the continental north to the densely wooded mountains of the Dinaric Alps, you can meet supportive and friendly South African expats in Croatia on InterNations.

    Meet and Mingle with Fellow South Africans in Croatia

    Additionally, InterNations hosts regular expat events and activities in Croatia. Our get-togethers are sure to cater to your taste as well: as a member, you can partake in cozy gatherings to enjoy some Croatian paški sir, join one of our huge expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Zagreb’s best locations, and much more. Want to discover Croatia? Go on a weekend trip with your fellow expats to see Istra peninsula and other beautiful landmarks.

    Our meet-ups and activities offer many wonderful opportunities to mingle with expatriates hailing from South Africa and dozens of other countries in a casual setting. Just sign up for your InterNations membership and you’ll soon hear a cordial Siya namkela nonke, welkom, isibingelelo from our South Africans living in Croatia!