InterNations – The Place for Finns Living in Spain

Want to connect with the expat community of Finns in Spain? Looking for Finnish compatriots to help you with your questions on expat life? Or are you looking for other Finnish expats to go on an excursion to the amazing beaches of the Costa del Sol and Costa de la Luz with?

InterNations Spain offers everything you might need as an expat, no matter whether you already live in Spain or are still in Finland planning your upcoming foreign assignment. InterNations is the leading platform among expatriates and global minds in all countries around the world. Needless to say, our community of Finnish expats in Spain is going very strong, with members having roots all across Finland - from Oulu, over Pori to Helsinki.

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Jacques Paillard

Jacques Paillard

At the InterNations Events, I didn't only enjoy dancing the night away at some great venues, but I also got to know some great friends.

Katharina Berbner

Katharina Berbner

Thanks to InterNations, I found a good language school for expats to take intensive classes in Spanish and socialize a bit more.

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 Finns at our events in Spain

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

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Anders Zorn (1860–1920) was the most prominent Swedish painter of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. From a humble rural background, he achieved international fame as a portraitist of kings, politicians, and other celebrities of his time. His masterful command of several major artistic techniqu
Latin Afterwork
Latin Afterwork
Dear Latin Dance Lovers, Welcome to another great Latin Dance venue at the heart of the City. We will have free salsa/bachata animations at 20:15, so you can learn to dance, in a great atmosphere. No partners are required. You will meet new people, have fun and enjoy dancing salsa. Entrance is 7€
Dear Latin Dance Lovers, Welcome to another great Latin Dance venue at the heart of the City. We will have free salsa/bachata animations at 20:15, so you can learn to dance, in a great atmosphere. No partners are required. You will meet new people, have fun and enjoy dancing salsa. Entrance is 7€
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La Primavera, La Sangre Altera – Brazilian Rodízio Night
Dear friends, Spring makes the blood run wild — and there's no better way to celebrate than a Brazilian dinner at the restaurant that has truly amazed us this year! (...) Protected content (...) Come hungry, let the music carry you, and celebrate spring the Brazilian way 💃🍸
Dear friends, Spring makes the blood run wild — and there's no better way to celebrate than a Brazilian dinner at the restaurant that has truly amazed us this year! (...) Protected content (...) Come hungry, let the music carry you, and celebrate spring the Brazilian way 💃🍸

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Why Finnish 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 Finnish 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
Global Professionals Group
Global Professionals Group
Wine Tasting Group
Wine Tasting Group
Yoga & Wellness Group
Yoga & Wellness Group

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Tips and Advice on Spain from Your Fellow Finnish Expats

Obviously, expat life in Spain goes well beyond shipping your belongings and taking care of red tape. Socializing with fellow Finns is an important facet of living abroad and can be a huge stepping stone in getting to know the Spanish mentality and way of life. Finns in Spain are a part of our community, calling cities such as Barcelona, Sevilla, Madrid, and many others home. You can use InterNations to look for fellow Finns in Madrid, for example.

Wondering where to shop for Finnish delicatessen, want to discuss your national team's latest match, or simply talk to someone in your native language? Become a member of the Spanish InterNations Community!

  • Our network is the best place to meet expats from Finland.
  • On the Spain Expat Forums, you can get competent answers to all your expat-related questions: how to find a babysitter fluent in your mother tongue, where to get poronkäristys in Madrid, etc.
  • The InterNations Places database for Spain has information on the nearest Finnish embassy and many other institutions.

From the amazing beaches of the Costa del Sol and Costa de la Luz to the thriving capital, the vibrant Catalonian coastal city of Barcelona, you can meet supportive and friendly Finnish expats in Spain on InterNations.

Meet and Mingle with Fellow Finns in Spain

Additionally, InterNations hosts regular expat events and activities in Spain. Our get-togethers are sure to cater to your taste as well: as a member, you can partake in cozy gatherings to enjoy some Spanish paella, join one of our huge expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Madrid’s best locations, and much more. Want to discover Spain? Go on a weekend trip with your fellow expats to see Galicia's pilgrimage sites at Santiago de Compostela and other beautiful landmarks.

Our meet-ups and activities offer many wonderful opportunities to mingle with expatriates hailing from Finland and dozens of other countries in a casual setting. Just sign up for your InterNations membership and you’ll soon hear a cordial Hyvää päivää from our Finns living in Spain!

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