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  • Meet Americans in Rio de Janeiro

  • Get information in our Rio de Janeiro guide

  • Join exciting events and activities

  • Exchange tips about expat life in Rio de Janeiro

  • Ben F. Bagley

    The offline get-together in Rio really convinced me of InterNations. It is so much more than just an online plattform.

InterNations — A Community for American Expats in Rio de Janeiro

Hello to all Americans in Rio de Janeiro! Are you interested in getting to know fellow expats in Rio de Janeiro? Looking for advice from other Americans, e.g. wondering if there are any bars in Rio de Janeiro which will be showing your favorite baseball or American football team’s upcoming match or where to go in town for st■ turkey?

Although Rio de Janeiro has lots to offer, you might be wondering where and how you can meet other Americans in the city. Luckily, InterNations is here to make this easier for you! You’re warmly invited to join the InterNations community. Within our international network in Rio de Janeiro, there’s a vibrant circle of American expats from all regions of USA, including New York City, Los Angeles, and beyond.

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!

Connect at Our Events in Rio de Janeiro

Attend our monthly events and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expats and fellow Americans in Rio de Janeiro. From sailing to spirituality, there is sure to be something for everyone! In most communities, there are also monthly Newcomers’ Events especially for those who have recently joined the American community in Rio de Janeiro. Take this chance to mingle and meet other expats and global minds in Rio de Janeiro.

Dec 18, 2024, 11:30 PM
5 attendees
Hey folks! The holiday season has just started. Some people travel, some relax by the beach, some visit relatives... What are your plans? Let's slow down a bit, take a break from work, and meet up in
Let´s groove with the band Caravana Cigana do Blues (and guest Murilo Bruggel). DJ Lucas Melquior before and after! Doors open: 8 pm Concert time: 9 pm
Come and join us for a walking tour through the heart of Rio—exploring the cultural gems of the Center and Lapa while reflecting on the habits, traditions, and ideas that shape our city. This isn’t j
Jan 12, 2025, 8:00 PM
8 attendees
Nobel Prize-winner Wole Soyinka's debut novel tells the story of a group of friends facing political corruption and cultural uncertainty in post-independence Nigeria. Friends since high school, Egbo,

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    From United States of America, living in Rio de Janeiro
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    From United States of America, living in Rio de Janeiro
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    From United States of America, living in Rio de Janeiro
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    From United States of America, living in Rio de Janeiro
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    From United States of America, living in Rio de Janeiro

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Find People Who Share Your Passions

Nicknamed the “Marvelous City”, Rio de Janeiro can be a great place for expats, especially with the InterNations community helping you to make the most of your experience!

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living in Rio de Janeiro? 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 Rio de Janeiro’s finest restaurants or outings with other expats to explore all that the Brazilian capital has to offer, from the numerous Art Déco buildings in Copacabana to the Corcovado for a round trip up to the landmark statue of Cristo Redentor, and much more.

Find other Americans to share your hobbies with

Enjoy the International Experience with InterNations

  • Browse our network of members to get to know American expats in Rio de Janeiro and connect with others.
  • Take part in our expat forums to get firsthand tips and information from fellow Americans in Rio de Janeiro.
  • Meet other American expats and global minds at 600 monthly official events and share your interests at more than 4,600 monthly activities in Rio de Janeiro and across the globe.

InterNations provides an easy, casual way to get to know expats from the USA and further afield in your local community. Sound good? Then let us welcome you into our Rio de Janeiro Community today!

Meet Fellow Americans in Rio de Janeiro at Our Events

Our community in Rio de Janeiro is also very active offline. Our InterNations Ambassadors organize regular events and various expat activities, e.g. a dinner in Rio de Janeiro’s hippest restaurant or an outing with other American expats to explore the strongly urbanized south-east. These activities are a casual way to get to know expats from the USA in your local community as well as Americans in Brazil nationwide. Interested? Simply become a member and we’ll be happy to welcome you among our Americans living in Rio de Janeiro!