InterNations – Uniting Australians living in Switzerland

Would you like to get in touch with other Australians in Switzerland? Are you in need of help and advice from your Australian compatriots? Or would you like to join other Australian expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. theu0020mountainu0020resortu0020ofu0020Zermatt?

Whether you have settled as an expat in Switzerland or are still living in Australia and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, InterNations Switzerland 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 Australian expats in Switzerland, coming from all corners of Australia - from Sydney, over Canberra to Melbourne.

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Andrey Vasilyev

Andrey Vasilyev

I was able to connect with other expats in Zurich who enjoy cycling as much as I do and organize weekly rides.

Elin Gustavson

Elin Gustavson

At the first InterNations event that I attended, I met my wonderful partner. We now live together in a flat next to the Limmat.

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 Australians at our events in Switzerland

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

Chess & Chill
Chess & Chill
Ready for a relaxing midday break with great people and a little brain game? Join us for Chess & Chill at the cozy and stylish (...) Protected content (...) in the heart of Zürich! Whether you're a seasoned chess lover or just curious to play a casual match while sipping your drink – this is the
Ready for a relaxing midday break with great people and a little brain game? Join us for Chess & Chill at the cozy and stylish (...) Protected content (...) in the heart of Zürich! Whether you're a seasoned chess lover or just curious to play a casual match while sipping your drink – this is the
Are You Crazy or a Glitch? the Monthly Afterwork Catch-Up
It’s time for our Zurich Party Group monthly meet after a while! We’re taking over a few tables at (...) Protected content (...) for a night of burgers, beers, and conversations that are anything but "standard." Forget the "What do you do for a living?" talk. To keep things interesting, pick a ta
It’s time for our Zurich Party Group monthly meet after a while! We’re taking over a few tables at (...) Protected content (...) for a night of burgers, beers, and conversations that are anything but "standard." Forget the "What do you do for a living?" talk. To keep things interesting, pick a ta
InterNations Lugano Official Event @ Novotel Paradiso Lounge Bar
You're invited to our November networking event at the Novotel Lugano Paradiso. Drinks' price is 15 fr, only Albatross members will receive a token that grants them a 5 fr price on the first drink until 20:30. There might be some free appetizers, but they will run out quickly, then you can buy à-l
You're invited to our November networking event at the Novotel Lugano Paradiso. Drinks' price is 15 fr, only Albatross members will receive a token that grants them a 5 fr price on the first drink until 20:30. There might be some free appetizers, but they will run out quickly, then you can buy à-l
Deep Relaxation With Sound Bath
Deep Relaxation With Sound Bath
Deep Relaxation with Sound Bath Experience a gentle but yet powerful therapeutic and restorative process to nurture your mind and body; to release stress, clutter, and mental fatigue; or become more connected with yourself and just experience a very deep relaxation. This experience is brought to y
Deep Relaxation with Sound Bath Experience a gentle but yet powerful therapeutic and restorative process to nurture your mind and body; to release stress, clutter, and mental fatigue; or become more connected with yourself and just experience a very deep relaxation. This experience is brought to y

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Why Australian 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 Australian members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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Our Global Partners

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.

Sports Group
Sports Group
Arts and Culture Group
Arts and Culture Group
Singles Group
Singles Group
The Witty Banter Lounge Group
The Witty Banter Lounge Group

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Find Tips and Advice on Switzerland from Australian Expats

Of course, expat living in Switzerland is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Australians is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the Swiss way of life and mentality. InterNations helps you connect and meet up with other Australians in Switzerland, residing in Zurich, Geneva, Bern and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Australians in Zurich or Australians in Geneva.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for Australian food or discuss your favorite sports team's latest match, become a member of the Swiss InterNations Community:

  • Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from Australia in Switzerland.
  • Obtain and share insider tips in our Switzerland Expat Forums – e.g. how to hire a babysitter fluent in your native tongue for your children or where to get vegemite in Geneva.
  • Search the InterNations Places database for Switzerland to get information on institutions from your home country, including the Australian embassy.

From the mountain resort of Zermatt to Interlaken, the outdoor and action sports capital of Switzerland, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Australian expats in Switzerland.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Australians in Switzerland

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in Switzerland. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional Swiss rösti, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Zurich’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see the pleasant waterfront of Lake Lugano as well as other beautiful landmarks in Switzerland.

Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from Australia and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Hello from our Australians living in Switzerland!

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