InterNations – Uniting French living in Portugal

Would you like to get in touch with other French in Portugal? Are you in need of help and advice from your French compatriots? Or would you like to join other French 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 France 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 French expats in Portugal, coming from all corners of France - from Lyon, over Paris to Nice.

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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 French at our events in Portugal

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

Modelos Vivos Da Lisboa Velha - Alfredo Roque Gameiro
This exhibition marks the centenary of the publication of Alfredo Roque Gameiro’s book 'Lisboa Velha', which comprises one hundred colour and black-and-white illustrations depicting various aspects of Lisbon—its streets, houses, people and customs—and brings to life what the city and its surrounding
This exhibition marks the centenary of the publication of Alfredo Roque Gameiro’s book 'Lisboa Velha', which comprises one hundred colour and black-and-white illustrations depicting various aspects of Lisbon—its streets, houses, people and customs—and brings to life what the city and its surrounding
A Midsummer Night’s Dream (in English)
A Midsummer Night’s Dream (in English)
You are all invited to this outdoor Shakespearean play this Saturday and Sunday at 7pm. It will be a fun evening out to this beautiful farmland in the city centre. See you there! Date: 13 & 14 June Time: 7 - 8:30pm Place: Quinta das Musas, Rua do Bonjaidim 996 # Free admission # No preregistration
You are all invited to this outdoor Shakespearean play this Saturday and Sunday at 7pm. It will be a fun evening out to this beautiful farmland in the city centre. See you there! Date: 13 & 14 June Time: 7 - 8:30pm Place: Quinta das Musas, Rua do Bonjaidim 996 # Free admission # No preregistration
The Santos Social, June's Grand Finale at É`cru
The Santos Social, June's Grand Finale at É`cru
June in Lisbon is one massive celebration, and we’re keeping the energy going right until the very end. Join us at É`cru, the stunning new hotspot making waves in Santos. It’s the perfect spot to wind down, catch up, and raise a glass (or two) to the summer. If you haven’t tried their St. Germain
June in Lisbon is one massive celebration, and we’re keeping the energy going right until the very end. Join us at É`cru, the stunning new hotspot making waves in Santos. It’s the perfect spot to wind down, catch up, and raise a glass (or two) to the summer. If you haven’t tried their St. Germain
Networking Drinks
Networking Drinks
Hello Internations friends! 🍷✨ Join us for a relaxed evening of drinks, good conversations and new connections at a charming bistro in town! Come meet fellow internationals, share stories, laugh a little and enjoy the vibe together 🌍🥂 Great people, cozy atmosphere and a perfect excuse to get o
Hello Internations friends! 🍷✨ Join us for a relaxed evening of drinks, good conversations and new connections at a charming bistro in town! Come meet fellow internationals, share stories, laugh a little and enjoy the vibe together 🌍🥂 Great people, cozy atmosphere and a perfect excuse to get o

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Why French 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 French 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 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 French Expats

Of course, expat living in Portugal is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow French 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 French in Portugal, residing in Lisbon, Porto, Faro and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of French in Lisbon or French in Porto.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for French 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 France 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 foie gras in Porto.
  • Search the InterNations Places database for Portugal to get information on institutions from your home country, including the French embassy.

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

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow French 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 France and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Bonjour from our French living in Portugal!

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