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The world's largest expat community

Your Expat Community in the United Kingdom

  • Connect with fellow expats in the UK

  • Join exciting events and groups for expats

  • Get information in our expat guides

  • Exchange tips about expat life in the UK

  • Jan-Peter van Tijk

    I wish I'd found InterNations sooner: It would have made my first few month as an expat in London much less overwhelming.

Welcome to Our Network of Expatriates in the UK!

Hello, and welcome to our UK expatriate community! InterNations is a platform offering a range of services to help expatriates, including you, navigate the issues they encounter when moving to a new country. At the heart of this is a secure and supportive community, which you are invited to contribute to. Once you've joined InterNations, we'll be able to address your questions and concerns in our community. There's a lot to think about, from, "what visa do I need to work in the UK?", to "are there any travel restrictions between England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland?" and "how does healthcare work here?".

With InterNations, you never stand alone. Whether you are moving to another country or going on a business trip somewhere — our communities around the world are there to make you feel at home wherever you are. Feel free to check out our vibrant InterNations Communities in countries like Egypt or Panama.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love InterNations in the UK

306,385
members in UK
183
monthly events
171
interest-based groups
305
event hosts

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Join Our Online and In-Person Events in the United Kingdom

Attend our many events to get to know like-minded expats, both in the UK and around the world! Our new online events even let you find connection and inspiration without leaving your home.

May 22, 2025, 7:15 PM
208 attendees
We invite you to our next Official Socializing Event in the heart of London. This weekend we are up for an extra portion of socializing at our central-London venue, Sway at Covent Garden. Join us for
May 23, 2025, 8:00 PM
23 attendees
We are delighted to invite you for our May event at The Embankment, a beautiful Grade II listed building, designed by Albert Nelson Bromley, originally used as a Boots pharmacy. The Embankment is loca
May 23, 2025, 8:30 PM
38 attendees
We are going back to the luxury lifestyle hotel in the heart of Oxford, with 101 rooms, destination restaurant, rooftop bar, restorative spa and plenty of spaces to discover and explore. Located on B
New in the city? New to InterNations? Our Newcomers’ Events are smaller, lovely get-togethers, especially organized for members who are new in our community. Come join us to mingle and meet other exp

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Connect with Like-Minded Expatriates in the United Kingdom

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    From Poland, living in Edinburgh
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    From Portugal, living in Edinburgh
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    From Russia, living in Brighton
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    From Hungary, living in Manchester
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    From Hungary, living in Manchester
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    From Portugal, living in London
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    From Austria, living in Glasgow
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    From Malaysia, living in London
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    From Russia, living in Reading

Meet other expats like you in the United Kingdom

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you like culture and music? Books? Food? Or is having a relaxed coffee and a chat more your thing? Whatever you're into, we've got the group for you. So go ahead and do more of what you love in the UK - or learn something new!

Share your hobbies and interests with expats in the United Kingdom

Embark on Your Life as an Expat in the UK

From the buzzing sprawl of London to the rolling Yorkshire dales, the UK has something to offer everyone. You don't need a piece of the countryside to be able to enjoy it, however; freedom of access means that the most beautiful parts of the country are ring-fenced from builders and open for the public to explore. Here, the best of both worlds is a real possibility. But we're sure you're not just here for the views. The UK has a variety of industries and an economy that is relatively lush in comparison to many other corners of the world. Whatever your skills, employment often comes with training here, so you'll soon feel equipped to contribute to the UK's continued economic recovery.

InterNations is the largest global network for expatriates, with communities in 420 cities around the world. Meet fellow global minds in your city of residence or get to know local expatriates before you're moving or traveling abroad and never feel like a stranger. InterNations makes it easy for you to stay in touch with your expat friends, both online and offline, so you can grow your network of friends and contacts from all over the world. Whether they live in United States of America or in the Philippines, InterNations allows you to be close to them even if they are miles away.

The Network for Like-Minded Expatriates in the UK

InterNations offers a network where you can connect with expat and global minds in a secure environment, both online and offline. Each member goes through a careful approval process, to uphold the high quality of our community. Respect of our principles is key, with trust, politeness, and a welcoming and open-minded attitude the order of the day. This means that you will be able to interact in a friendly and trustworthy environment. All relevant questions are welcome, so fire away on topics as diverse as work permits and where to get the best fish and chips. Our real life events and groups also offer an opportunity for our global community to be a part of your life. From London to Manchester and Birmingham, there will be opportunities to enjoy languages, active hobbies, and cultural enrichment, helping you to feel at home in your existing hobbies, in a brand new land. Our larger social events are a chance to branch out and meet the wider InterNations community — we're a friendly and fascinating bunch!