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InterNations - A Place for Indians in Paris

Namaste to all of our Indians in Paris! Are you interested in getting to know fellow Indian expats in Paris? Are you looking for advice from other Indians, e.g. which bars in Paris will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for bhakri?

You are cordially invited to be part of InterNations Paris. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of Indian expats, coming from New Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai and all regions of India.

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Rajat Bhatnagar

Rajat Bhatnagar

As a new arrival in Paris, InterNations provided me with the chance to get in touch with other Indians and get used to life in Europe faster.

Samantha Greene

Samantha Greene

Meeting people from so many different countries in a convivial atmosphere is what I like best about our expat events in Paris.

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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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Why you'll love InterNations in Paris

88,229
members in Paris
3,555
Indian members
82
monthly events
3,134
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Why Indians move abroad … (and do they like it?)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys for expats — Expat Insider — where we ask people living around the world about every aspect of expat life. We’ve rounded up key facts about the typical Indian expat: what motivated them to move to a new country, what they enjoy about life abroad, as well as what they struggle with the most.

What our Indian members had to say about life in Paris.

To gain a better understanding of expat life in Paris, we asked our Indian members for their opinions. Let’s start with the positive ones first.

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I really enjoy life in Paris. Life is good, and I’m happy-go-lucky — I take things as they come and enjoy making new friends. — Indian expat living in Paris
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One thing that stands out to me about living in Paris is the beautiful location, not to mention all the amazing cafés, and desserts. — Indian expat living in Paris
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I love having easy access to nature and there is plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities in Paris. — Indian expat living in Paris
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I feel a strong sense of safety walking around Paris at any hour without having to worry. — Indian expat living in Paris
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I really enjoy living in Paris because of the strong career prospects the city offers. — Indian expat living in Paris
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Now let's see some common negative topics that our Indian members had on their minds:

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People are not always open and receptive, and I find that some employers lack understanding of the challenges immigrants face when integrating. I’ve been rejected for not being fluent in French, despite being willing to learn the language and integrate into the culture. — Indian expat living in Paris
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The only think I don't like much is that now I am a passive smoker. The French are die-hard cigarette smokers. They still act as if no identifiable harm will come to you if you smoke and denial is rampant. From the young to the very old, the French smoke with a seriousness not seen anywhere else since the 1960s.
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I find that local people are not always welcoming, the crime rate feels high, and not speaking French can be a major barrier, especially when looking for jobs. I also feel there is a lack of an international approach to life. — Indian expat living in Paris
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I find the administrative processes challenging, especially with long delays in paperwork. — Indian expat living in Paris
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It is hard to make connections with people, as socialising opportunities can be few and far between. — Indian expat living in Paris
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Meet fellow Indians at our events in Paris

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

SBK WEDNESDAY
SBK WEDNESDAY
★★★ SBK Wednesday / Wednesday, August 26, 2026 ★★★ ★★★ Classes + SALSA / BACHATA / KIZOMBA Party ★★★ ★★★ Nadoo & DJ Jeffito ★★★ 8:30 PM – 9:15 PM: Salsa class with Jeffito 9:15 PM – 10:15 PM: Bachata class with Nadoo From 10:15 PM: Salsa, Bachata, & Kizomba party with DJ Jeffito ★★★ Admission: €7
★★★ SBK Wednesday / Wednesday, August 26, 2026 ★★★ ★★★ Classes + SALSA / BACHATA / KIZOMBA Party ★★★ ★★★ Nadoo & DJ Jeffito ★★★ 8:30 PM – 9:15 PM: Salsa class with Jeffito 9:15 PM – 10:15 PM: Bachata class with Nadoo From 10:15 PM: Salsa, Bachata, & Kizomba party with DJ Jeffito ★★★ Admission: €7
Outdoor Tennis - Neuilly S/Seine
Outdoor Tennis - Neuilly S/Seine
Hello dear Tennis players 😊! Let s have nice Thursday lunch brake session. It is organised for quite good or average level players . If you wish we could go afterwards and have a drink or a snack in a nice place nearby. See you soon!
Hello dear Tennis players 😊! Let s have nice Thursday lunch brake session. It is organised for quite good or average level players . If you wish we could go afterwards and have a drink or a snack in a nice place nearby. See you soon!
InterNations Paris | August Afterwork by the Seine
InterNations Paris | August Afterwork by the Seine
✨🥂 Seine Nights – August Edition ☀️🌅 August in Paris has its own special charm. The city feels calmer, the evenings stay warm, and the Seine becomes the perfect place to unwind after a summer day. Join us aboard a cosy péniche for relaxed conversations, great company, and beautiful riverside vie
✨🥂 Seine Nights – August Edition ☀️🌅 August in Paris has its own special charm. The city feels calmer, the evenings stay warm, and the Seine becomes the perfect place to unwind after a summer day. Join us aboard a cosy péniche for relaxed conversations, great company, and beautiful riverside vie
Internations Paris I White Dress Garden Party@ Martin République
📚🍸 BACK TO SCHOOL "WRITE DRESS GARDEN PARTY" 🍸📚 Summer is over... and it's time to get everyone back together! 🎉 After an amazing summer, join us for our Back to School Garden Party in the Garden of the "Martin Restaurant" in the heart of Paris near République. The perfect opportunity to reco
📚🍸 BACK TO SCHOOL "WRITE DRESS GARDEN PARTY" 🍸📚 Summer is over... and it's time to get everyone back together! 🎉 After an amazing summer, join us for our Back to School Garden Party in the Garden of the "Martin Restaurant" in the heart of Paris near République. The perfect opportunity to reco

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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!

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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Indian Expats in Paris Share Their Experiences

InterNations is a place where Indian expats in Paris exchange experiences and tips to support each other. The "City Of Light" 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 Paris’s Indian expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow Indian expats in Paris.
  • Use the Expat Guide for Paris to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow Indians in Paris at Our Events

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

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