InterNations - A Place for Italians in Geneva

Buongiorno to all Italians in Geneva! Would you like to meet fellow Italian expats in Geneva? Would you like to get insider suggestions from other Italians, e.g. where in Geneva your hometown team’s next match is shown on TV or where to get minestrone?

We would like to invite you to become a member of InterNations Geneva. As a member of InterNations, you will have access to an active group of Italian expats, hailing from Rome, Napoli, Milan and all regions of Italy.

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Nathan Reed

Nathan Reed

UNO, WHO, IKRK, WTO -- I really appreciate the humanitarian and professional networking events for InterNations expats in Geneva…

Amanda Miller

Amanda Miller

InterNations and the amazing events around here helped me get my bearings in an expat hotspot like Geneva.

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!

Why you'll love InterNations in Geneva

38,484
members in Geneva
2,224
Italian members
38
monthly events
42
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Meet fellow Italians at our events in Geneva

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

2026 Transformation and Fire: Welcome to the Year of the Horse
✨ Event Description 2026 has begun and with it comes the bold, untamed energy of the Yang Fire Horse. This year doesn’t whisper; it gallops. It invites you to move, act, transform. In this interactive evening, we’ll open a circle of dialogue to explore: – What have you felt since February or mayb
✨ Event Description 2026 has begun and with it comes the bold, untamed energy of the Yang Fire Horse. This year doesn’t whisper; it gallops. It invites you to move, act, transform. In this interactive evening, we’ll open a circle of dialogue to explore: – What have you felt since February or mayb
Language Exchange Iftar- Geneva
Language Exchange Iftar- Geneva
Join us in Geneva for a special Language Exchange event during Ramadan! We will gather for an Iftar (the evening meal at sunset) to share food, languages, and cultures in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. This event is open to everyone — all religions, backgrounds, and nationalities are welcome. Co
Join us in Geneva for a special Language Exchange event during Ramadan! We will gather for an Iftar (the evening meal at sunset) to share food, languages, and cultures in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. This event is open to everyone — all religions, backgrounds, and nationalities are welcome. Co
Discover A New Venue: an After‑Work Apéro
Discover A New Venue: an After‑Work Apéro
Join us for a relaxed after‑work apéro as we celebrate the opening of (...) Protected content (...) Kind note on registration: Please note that guests are kindly asked to settle their own food and drink bills directly with the venue. Registration is requested only if you plan to join. If your p
Join us for a relaxed after‑work apéro as we celebrate the opening of (...) Protected content (...) Kind note on registration: Please note that guests are kindly asked to settle their own food and drink bills directly with the venue. Registration is requested only if you plan to join. If your p

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What Italians in Geneva think about the Geneva

Here you can find both positive and negative quotes about expat life in Geneva. We have collected them from our yearly Expat Insider survey, where our members share their thoughts about the cities and countries they live in. Let's begin with the positives.

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I enjoy nature a lot and I have made some good friends.
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Small and efficient country to live in, it is easy to travel around. Geneva also offers good working conditions
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Peace, security, dialogue, multiculturalism and the respect for the environment is what I enjoy most of this country.
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I like the multicultural environment.
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What Italians don't like about Geneva

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There should be more social life in this small city. Every restaurant, club or bar should be able to close later. It is perfect for a family, but a little bit boring for young professionals.
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Shops, restaurants and anything similar close too early.
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I don't like long cold winter, lack of bike paths, the choices made by the government (despite being rich, there is no investments towards health determinants).
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Swiss people are often introverts and not particularly social, especially at work.
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The unfriendliness and arrogance of local people can make you feel unwelcome.
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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!

Nyon Activities Group
Nyon Activities Group
Taste Buddies Group
Taste Buddies Group
Theatre & Performing Arts Group
Theatre & Performing Arts Group
City Explorers Group
City Explorers Group

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Italian Expats in Geneva Help You With Their Advice

With InterNations, Italian expats in Geneva are able to find both the help they need as well as lots of valuable information. The worldwide centre for diplomacy and international co-operation 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 Geneva’s Italian expats.
  • Become active in our Expat Forums in order to find insider tips and suggestions from fellow Italian expats in Geneva.
  • Make full use of the Expat Guide for Geneva to obtain important information on your temporary home abroad.

Mix and Mingle with Italians in Geneva at Our Events

Our Geneva 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 Geneva’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow Italian expats to discover Interlaken, the outdoor and action sports capital of Switzerland. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from Italy in your local community and meet Italians in Switzerland in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our Italians living in Geneva!

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