InterNations – The Place for South Africans Living in France

Want to connect with the expat community of Southu0020Africans in France? Looking for Southu0020African compatriots to help you with your questions on expat life? Or are you looking for other Southu0020African expats to go on an excursion to theu0020saltyu0020marshlandu0020ofu0020theu0020Camargue with?

InterNations France offers everything you might need as an expat, no matter whether you already live in France or are still in Southu0020Africa 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 Southu0020African expats in France is going very strong, with members having roots all across Southu0020Africa - from Durban, over Johannesburg to Capeu0020Town.

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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 South Africans at our events in France

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

InterNations Nice | Where Stories Meet the New Year...
We’re thrilled to invite you to an evening of connection, conversation, and comfort. Join us for some delicious homemade Italian food, a few drinks, and the kind of conversations that leave you inspired. It’s the perfect chance to catch up, share stories, and celebrate the new version of us - all i
We’re thrilled to invite you to an evening of connection, conversation, and comfort. Join us for some delicious homemade Italian food, a few drinks, and the kind of conversations that leave you inspired. It’s the perfect chance to catch up, share stories, and celebrate the new version of us - all i
BD ART OPENING VERNISSAGE
BD ART OPENING VERNISSAGE
Expo includes work of InterNations ambassador Gail Mallimson
Expo includes work of InterNations ambassador Gail Mallimson
POSTPONED. Shake off January Lethargy With an Evening of Bowling
We're postponing this event till next month when more people will be available. See you then :) Join us for a fun evening at the bowling alley of Montaudran. There's a cocktail bar, tapas menu, music and yes even bowling! Get those arms in shape !!
We're postponing this event till next month when more people will be available. See you then :) Join us for a fun evening at the bowling alley of Montaudran. There's a cocktail bar, tapas menu, music and yes even bowling! Get those arms in shape !!
Enjoying A Delicious Diner
Enjoying A Delicious Diner
La gastronomie d'un chef en mode brasserie for a great traditional french kitchen :)
La gastronomie d'un chef en mode brasserie for a great traditional french kitchen :)

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Our Global Partners

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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Tips and Advice on France from Your Fellow South African Expats

Obviously, expat life in France 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 French mentality and way of life. South Africans in France are a part of our community, calling cities such as Lyon, Nice, Paris, and many others home. You can use InterNations to look for fellow South Africans in Paris, 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 French InterNations Community!

  • Our network is the best place to meet expats from South Africa.
  • On the France 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 Paris, etc.
  • The InterNations Places database for France has information on the nearest South African embassy and many other institutions.

From the salty marshland of the Camargue to the Loire Valley, also known as the "Garden of France", you can meet supportive and friendly South African expats in France on InterNations.

Meet and Mingle with Fellow South Africans in France

Additionally, InterNations hosts regular expat events and activities in France. Our get-togethers are sure to cater to your taste as well: as a member, you can partake in cozy gatherings to enjoy some French foie gras, join one of our huge expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Paris’s best locations, and much more. Want to discover France? Go on a weekend trip with your fellow expats to see Brittany's rocky Atlantic coastline 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 France!

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