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  • Connect with fellow Americans in Shenzhen

  • Get information in our Shenzhen guide

  • Join exciting events and activities

  • Exchange tips about expat life in Shenzhen

  • David Thyne

    At the first Shanghai Get-Together I met several American expats. I am very grateful that they shared their experience with me.

InterNations — A Community for American Expats in Shenzhen

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

There’s no doubt about it: Shenzhen transformed from a tiny fishing village into a city of millions within a few decades. The modern metropolis is a fast-paced city known for its vibrant economy, high-tech industry, being the headquarters of numerous multinational companies, and much more! With the modern transportation system featuring a metro system, intercity train services, and buses, navigating your way around the city from one place to the next is simple. This also means that if you don’t want to live among the hustle and bustle of the center, you can enjoy a quieter life in more residential areas of Nanshan and Futian district, for example, which are usually less than a 30-minute journey away from Shenzhen’s center.

Although Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen, there’s a vibrant circle of American expats from all regions of USA, including New York City, Los Angeles, and beyond.

Connect at Our Events in Shenzhen

Attend our monthly events and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expats and fellow Americans in Shenzhen. 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 Shenzhen. Take this chance to mingle and meet other expats and global minds in Shenzhen.

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Let's explore Shenzhen together! Join us for a night in the most artistic ditricts of Shenzhen: OCT LOFT! Jukebox is a fun place with live music and a great selection of food and drinks. This cozy sp
InterNations & HotDuck are delighted to team up and bring you the Shenzhen Wine & Cheese night! 火达鸭 & Internations 很高兴能够携手合作,为您呈献2023首场“深圳葡萄酒&芝士夜”! Shenzhen Wine & Cheese is a great opportunity for t
Let's get together! We are teaming up with the Hilton Futian Hotel again. Join us on 19 August at 19:00. Meet people from around the world and chat as you enjoy a great cocktail, beer or wine! As alw

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    From United States of America, living in Shenzhen
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    From United States of America, living in Shenzhen
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    From United States of America, living in Shenzhen
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    From United States of America, living in Shenzhen
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    From United States of America, living in Shenzhen

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The economically fastest-growing city in China, Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen? 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 Shenzhen’s finest restaurants or outings with other expats to explore all that the modern metropolis has to offer, from the world’s 14th tallest building, the King Key 100, to Window of the World, a collection of replicas of world sights and landmarks, 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 Shenzhen and connect with others.
  • Take part in our expat forums to get firsthand tips and information from fellow Americans in Shenzhen.
  • Meet other American expats and global minds at 600 monthly official events and share your interests at more than 4,600 monthly activities in Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen Community today!

Mix and Mingle with Americans in Shenzhen at Our Events

Our Shenzhen community is also lively and welcoming offline. The InterNations Ambassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience in Shenzhen’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow American expats to discover the snowy mountains of the Tibetan provinces. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from the United States of America in your local community and meet Americans in China in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our Americans living in Shenzhen!