InterNations - A Place for Portuguese in Melbourne

Olá to all of our Portuguese in Melbourne! Are you interested in getting to know fellow Portuguese expats in Melbourne? Are you looking for advice from other Portuguese, e.g. which bars in Melbourne will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for cozido à Portuguesa?

You are cordially invited to be part of InterNations Melbourne. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of Portuguese expats, coming from Lisbon, Faro, Porto and all regions of Portugal.

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Alain Nguyen

Alain Nguyen

It was easier getting to know other expatriates in Melbourne with this platform and to share our previous experiences in Australia.

Samantha Greene

Samantha Greene

I love the idea of going out with other expats here in Melbourne and exploring the nightlife this city has to offer.

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 Melbourne

30,940
members in Melbourne
158
Portuguese members
15
monthly events
13
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Meet fellow Portuguese at our events in Melbourne

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

The Best Kind of "No": Understanding Champagne Rejections
Pop the Cork: Understanding Champagne Rejections What happens when a 'No' comes with a compliment? Lately, I’ve received three 'Champagne Rejections'—high-tier responses signaling I’ve moved past the slush pile. Whether it’s a personal note or a top-tier form letter, these are the industry’s way of
Pop the Cork: Understanding Champagne Rejections What happens when a 'No' comes with a compliment? Lately, I’ve received three 'Champagne Rejections'—high-tier responses signaling I’ve moved past the slush pile. Whether it’s a personal note or a top-tier form letter, these are the industry’s way of
Cuisine by Country: Y for Yemen
Cuisine by Country: Y for Yemen
Yemeni cuisine is celebrated for its rich, slow-cooked stews, aromatic rice dishes, and unique spice blends like Hawaij, which typically includes cumin, turmeric, and cardamom. A hallmark of Yemeni dining is the communal experience, where large platters of food are shared and traditional flatbreads
Yemeni cuisine is celebrated for its rich, slow-cooked stews, aromatic rice dishes, and unique spice blends like Hawaij, which typically includes cumin, turmeric, and cardamom. A hallmark of Yemeni dining is the communal experience, where large platters of food are shared and traditional flatbreads
Viking Treasures Exhibition
Viking Treasures Exhibition
It's going to be a really warm day on Saturday so why not escape the heat for a bit and travel back in time to learn about the Viking adventures. Items from the Viking era are now on display at Melbourne Museum. This is the last weekend to see this Exhibition so come and join us :) (...) Prote
It's going to be a really warm day on Saturday so why not escape the heat for a bit and travel back in time to learn about the Viking adventures. Items from the Viking era are now on display at Melbourne Museum. This is the last weekend to see this Exhibition so come and join us :) (...) Prote
InterNations Melbourne: Welcome 2026 @ the Osborne
InterNations Melbourne: Welcome 2026 @ the Osborne
Join us to 🎉 Welcome 2026 🎉 Let’s kick off the new year together! Come along for a great evening as we celebrate the start of 2026. More details will follow soon! 🎟️ Entry: See the “Entrance Fee” table above for your membership tier. You can check in by card or cash (if paying cash, please brin
Join us to 🎉 Welcome 2026 🎉 Let’s kick off the new year together! Come along for a great evening as we celebrate the start of 2026. More details will follow soon! 🎟️ Entry: See the “Entrance Fee” table above for your membership tier. You can check in by card or cash (if paying cash, please brin

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Why Portuguese 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 Portuguese 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 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!

Brunch & Lunch Group
Brunch & Lunch Group
DinnerNations Group
DinnerNations Group
Outdoor Adventures Group
Outdoor Adventures Group
Film Lovers Group
Film Lovers Group

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Portuguese Expats in Melbourne Share Their Experiences

InterNations is a place where Portuguese expats in Melbourne exchange experiences and tips to support each other. Australia's centre for the arts, commerce, education and tourism can be a great place for expats - our community helps you make the most of your experience!

  • Browse our Members Network to get to know Melbourne’s Portuguese expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow Portuguese expats in Melbourne.
  • Use the Expat Guide for Melbourne to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow Portuguese in Melbourne at Our Events

Our community in Melbourne is also very active offline. Our InterNations Ambassadors organize regular events and various expat activities, e.g. a dinner in Melbourne’s hippest restaurant or an outing with other Portuguese expats to explore Queensland. These activities are a casual way to get to know expats from Portugal in your local community as well as Portuguese in Australia nationwide. Interested? Simply become a member and we’ll be happy to welcome you among our Portuguese living in Melbourne!

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