InterNations – Uniting Chinese living in Portugal

Would you like to get in touch with other Chinese in Portugal? Are you in need of help and advice from your Chinese compatriots? Or would you like to join other Chinese expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. the Algarve?

Whether you have settled as an expat in Portugal or are still living in China and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, InterNations Portugal offers everything you need: Established in 2007, our trusted community soon became the leading platform for international networking among expatriates and global minds around the world. Our network also counts a considerable number of Chinese expats in Portugal, coming from all corners of China - from Shanghai, over Beijing to Guangzhou.

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Gustavo De faz

Gustavo De faz

The quality of InterNations' members convinced me to join. And I've indeed received a very warm welcome from fellow Lisbon expats..

Melanie S. Hamann

Melanie S. Hamann

InterNations Events in Lisbon are great - I love the rightfully popular events organized by our friendly Ambassador team.

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 Chinese at our events in Portugal

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

Networking Walking and Lunch II
Networking Walking and Lunch II
Hey everyone 👋 I’m organizing a relaxed walk + lunch experience and would love to have you join. We’ll start with a scenic walk — time to connect, breathe, and enjoy nature — followed by a nice lunch together. It’s not just about networking… it’s about meeting good people in a natural, easy way.
Hey everyone 👋 I’m organizing a relaxed walk + lunch experience and would love to have you join. We’ll start with a scenic walk — time to connect, breathe, and enjoy nature — followed by a nice lunch together. It’s not just about networking… it’s about meeting good people in a natural, easy way.
Psychology of Life Transitions Workshop
Psychology of Life Transitions Workshop
After you moved abroad and the initial excitement faded, did something start to feel… off? Maybe you feel less like yourself. Maybe you’ve caught yourself second-guessing things you thought you were sure about. Most people don’t talk about this part—and it’s far more common than you think. There’s
After you moved abroad and the initial excitement faded, did something start to feel… off? Maybe you feel less like yourself. Maybe you’ve caught yourself second-guessing things you thought you were sure about. Most people don’t talk about this part—and it’s far more common than you think. There’s
A Day in Amarante
A Day in Amarante
For those who have not yet been to Amarante, it is one of the prettiest towns of northern Portugal, located abouy 50km east of Porto on the river Tâmega. The day will offer great photo opportunities. We meet 10:00 at the main entrance to Campanhã train station (NOT the Metro station). Then we will
For those who have not yet been to Amarante, it is one of the prettiest towns of northern Portugal, located abouy 50km east of Porto on the river Tâmega. The day will offer great photo opportunities. We meet 10:00 at the main entrance to Campanhã train station (NOT the Metro station). Then we will
Thai New Year in the Orient Museum
Thai New Year in the Orient Museum
The Orient Museum celebrates Songkran, the vibrant Thai New Year (13–15 April). In Thailand, Theravada Buddhism shapes spiritual life and the calendar, which in 2026 marks the year 2568. More than a religion, Thai popular spirituality is a living, everyday practice in which Buddhist ethics intertwin
The Orient Museum celebrates Songkran, the vibrant Thai New Year (13–15 April). In Thailand, Theravada Buddhism shapes spiritual life and the calendar, which in 2026 marks the year 2568. More than a religion, Thai popular spirituality is a living, everyday practice in which Buddhist ethics intertwin

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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.

DinnerNations Group
DinnerNations Group
Rejuvenile Club Group
Rejuvenile Club Group
Networking Group
Networking Group
Art & Culture Group
Art & Culture Group

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Find Tips and Advice on Portugal from Chinese Expats

Of course, expat living in Portugal is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Chinese is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the Portuguese way of life and mentality. InterNations helps you connect and meet up with other Chinese in Portugal, residing in Lisbon, Porto, Faro and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Chinese in Lisbon or Chinese in Porto.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for Chinese food or discuss your favorite sports team's latest match, become a member of the Portuguese InterNations Community:

  • Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from China in Portugal.
  • Obtain and share insider tips in our Portugal Expat Forums – e.g. how to hire a babysitter fluent in your native tongue for your children or where to get Peking duck & hot pot in Porto.
  • Search the InterNations Places database for Portugal to get information on institutions from your home country, including the Chinese embassy.

From the Algarve to the Serra da Estrela mountain range, the Douro Valley, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Chinese expats in Portugal.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Chinese in Portugal

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in Portugal. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional Portuguese cozido à Portuguesa, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Lisbon’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see the castles of Guimarães, the birthplace of the nation as well as other beautiful landmarks in Portugal.

Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from China and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Ni hao from our Chinese living in Portugal!

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