InterNations - A Great Place for South Africans in São Paulo

Siya namkela nonke, welkom, isibingelelo to all of our South Africans in São Paulo! Would you like to meet South African expats in São Paulo? No matter whether you are looking to find reliable information or simply want to get advice from fellow South Africans in São Paulo, our South African members will be able to tell you where to watch your favorite team’s next match on TV, or where to find the best bobotie in São Paulo.

We welcome you to join the InterNations community of South Africans abroad. The members of the vibrant South African expat community come from Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban and many others places in South Africa!

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Francois Bertrand

Francois Bertrand

What a thrilling city São Paulo is. With a great international expat community that keeps in touch on InterNations.

Elin Gustavson

Elin Gustavson

As I already met several expat women on InterNations online, it was great to meet offline and get to know each other in real life.

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 Sao Paulo

33,545
members in Sao Paulo
5+
South-African members
37
monthly events
2,262
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Meet fellow South Africans at our events in São Paulo

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow South Africans in São Paulo.

InterNations  São Paulo Official Event - CHRISTMAS PARTY 🎄
🌟 Let's Celebrate the End of a Wonderful Year: Final Friends Happy Hour of 2025 🥂 As 2025 draws to a close, let's gather one last time to toast to the memories we’ve made, the laughter we’ve shared, and the friendship that has carried us through another amazing year ❤️ This is more than just a
🌟 Let's Celebrate the End of a Wonderful Year: Final Friends Happy Hour of 2025 🥂 As 2025 draws to a close, let's gather one last time to toast to the memories we’ve made, the laughter we’ve shared, and the friendship that has carried us through another amazing year ❤️ This is more than just a
InterNations SP Sunday Connections in a Green Oasis
InterNations SP Sunday Connections in a Green Oasis
🌿 Sunday Meetup at Botanikafé Jardins Join us for a relaxing Sunday evening surrounded by greenery, good food, and great conversation at Botanikafé Jardins — one of São Paulo’s most charming cafés, filled with plants and cozy atmosphere. 🌱☕ We’ll enjoy delicious dishes, refreshing drinks, and th
🌿 Sunday Meetup at Botanikafé Jardins Join us for a relaxing Sunday evening surrounded by greenery, good food, and great conversation at Botanikafé Jardins — one of São Paulo’s most charming cafés, filled with plants and cozy atmosphere. 🌱☕ We’ll enjoy delicious dishes, refreshing drinks, and th
InterNations SP 🎭 Vintage Carnival – Baile Do Brega Edition ✨
Get ready for a nostalgic and colorful celebration inspired by Brazil’s golden-age Carnival — classic marchinhas, playful fun, and a touch of glorious kitsch! 🎶 What to expect: • Classic "marchinhas" all night • Baile do Brega Contest – come in your tackiest, kitschiest, over-the-top outfit → The
Get ready for a nostalgic and colorful celebration inspired by Brazil’s golden-age Carnival — classic marchinhas, playful fun, and a touch of glorious kitsch! 🎶 What to expect: • Classic "marchinhas" all night • Baile do Brega Contest – come in your tackiest, kitschiest, over-the-top outfit → The
InterNations SP  🍺🎤🎶☘️ St. Patrick’s & Live Music Night
🍀 Get ready for a lively and unforgettable St. Patrick’s Day celebration in a traditional pub at Vila Madalena! Join us for a night filled with great music, cold drinks, and that festive Irish spirit — all you need is your best green outfit and good energy! Whether you're here to enjoy the pub atm
🍀 Get ready for a lively and unforgettable St. Patrick’s Day celebration in a traditional pub at Vila Madalena! Join us for a night filled with great music, cold drinks, and that festive Irish spirit — all you need is your best green outfit and good energy! Whether you're here to enjoy the pub atm

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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!

French language and culture Group
French language and culture Group
After Work Group
After Work Group
Veggie Cuisine Group
Veggie Cuisine Group
Breakfast Fans Group
Breakfast Fans Group

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Share your Experience and Provide Tips to other South Africans in São Paulo

At InterNations, South Africans in São Paulo can enjoy a platform on which they can share their experiences and tips on living abroad. "Sampa", as local residents just say, has a great community of South Africans that can help you make the most of your expat experience.

  • Surf through our network of South African expats in São Paulo and get to know the local expat crowd.
  • Join today to receive trustworthy, first-hand advice from fellow South Africans in our São Paulo forum.
  • Take full advantage of the Expat Guide for São Paulo and find useful information on your new hometown.

Meet up and Mingle with South Africans in São Paulo at our International Events

The InterNations community in São Paulo is also a very lively offline network. Our regular expat events organized by our Ambassadors at the best venues in town are a fantastic way to meet fellow South Africans in São Paulo. The possibilities for interacting offline are sure to satisfy a wide range of tastes, from a hip dining experience in one of São Paulo’s trendy restaurants to a joint trip to the Federal District. Our InterNations events and activities are a great way to get to know other South African expats in your city and South Africans in Brazil. Interested? Then simply sign up to become a member and you will soon be warmly welcomed among our South Africans living in São Paulo.

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