InterNations – Uniting Australians living in France

Would you like to get in touch with other Australians in France? Are you in need of help and advice from your Australian compatriots? Or would you like to join other Australian expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. the salty marshland of the Camargue?

Whether you have settled as an expat in France or are still living in Australia and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, InterNations France offers everything you need: Established in 2007, our trusted community soon became the leading platform for international networking among expatriates and global minds around the world. Our network also counts a considerable number of Australian expats in France, coming from all corners of Australia - from Sydney, over Canberra to Melbourne.

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Ruben Barbosa

Ruben Barbosa

After work I enjoy meeting other Brazlian expats offline. We go for a beer together and it feels like home. Thanks InterNations.

Verona Torres

Verona Torres

The idea to connext expatriates in Strasbourg fits perfectly to the city. Both are truly international.

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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Meet other Australians at our events in France

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

Le Salon TECH & RSE
Le Salon TECH & RSE
FH Tech is the trade show dedicated to technological and CSR innovations for the hospitality and food service industry. Exhibitors, a startup village, conferences, awards, and guided tours offer a comprehensive overview of digital and eco-friendly solutions to accelerate your sustainable and digital
FH Tech is the trade show dedicated to technological and CSR innovations for the hospitality and food service industry. Exhibitors, a startup village, conferences, awards, and guided tours offer a comprehensive overview of digital and eco-friendly solutions to accelerate your sustainable and digital
Estonian Movie " Spring (Kevade), 1969"
Estonian Movie " Spring (Kevade), 1969"
This film has twice been voted the best Estonian film of all time. Adapted from the famous novel of the same name by Oskar Luts (1887-1953), it offers a humorous chronicle of a rural Estonian school at the end of the 19th century. The story, rich in adventures, colorful characters, witty jokes, and
This film has twice been voted the best Estonian film of all time. Adapted from the famous novel of the same name by Oskar Luts (1887-1953), it offers a humorous chronicle of a rural Estonian school at the end of the 19th century. The story, rich in adventures, colorful characters, witty jokes, and
The Secret Dinner in Paris
The Secret Dinner in Paris
A Silent Dinner themed “Tempus Fugit” About ten days ago, Rosalia lit up Paris with her Lux Tour. The Catalan icon carried thousands of Parisians away from the frenzy of the city into a world somewhere between here and above. For her, spirituality is a way to escape: “The rhythm of everything is so
A Silent Dinner themed “Tempus Fugit” About ten days ago, Rosalia lit up Paris with her Lux Tour. The Catalan icon carried thousands of Parisians away from the frenzy of the city into a world somewhere between here and above. For her, spirituality is a way to escape: “The rhythm of everything is so
A Taste of Africa
A Taste of Africa
This month, let's travel to Africa and discover its variety of cuisine and culture. With such a colourful venue, positive vibes will bring us a great dinner and evening together. May you have any question, use the comment section below.
This month, let's travel to Africa and discover its variety of cuisine and culture. With such a colourful venue, positive vibes will bring us a great dinner and evening together. May you have any question, use the comment section below.

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

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.

Professional Networking Group
Professional Networking Group
Joie de Vivre Group
Joie de Vivre Group
Travel Addicts Group
Travel Addicts Group
Afterwork Group
Afterwork Group

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Find Tips and Advice on France from Australian Expats

Of course, expat living in France is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Australians is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the French way of life and mentality. InterNations helps you connect and meet up with other Australians in France, residing in Paris, Lyon, Nice and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Australians in Paris or Australians in Lyon.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for Australian food or discuss your favorite sports team's latest match, become a member of the French InterNations Community:

  • Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from Australia in France.
  • Obtain and share insider tips in our France Expat Forums – e.g. how to hire a babysitter fluent in your native tongue for your children or where to get vegemite in Lyon.
  • Search the InterNations Places database for France to get information on institutions from your home country, including the Australian embassy.

From the salty marshland of the Camargue to the Loire Valley, also known as the "Garden of France", we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Australian expats in France.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Australians in France

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in France. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional French foie gras, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Paris’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see the Mediterranean climate and scenery of La Provence as well as other beautiful landmarks in France.

Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from Australia and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Hello from our Australians living in France!

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