InterNations – The Place for Ecuadorians Living in Switzerland

Want to connect with the expat community of Ecuadorians in Switzerland? Looking for Ecuadorian compatriots to help you with your questions on expat life? Or are you looking for other Ecuadorian expats to go on an excursion to theu0020mountainu0020resortu0020ofu0020Zermatt with?

InterNations Switzerland offers everything you might need as an expat, no matter whether you already live in Switzerland or are still in Ecuador 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 Ecuadorian expats in Switzerland is going very strong, with members having roots all across Ecuador - from Guayaquil, over Cuenca to Quito.

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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 Ecuadorians at our events in Switzerland

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

Afternoon Xmas Market Tour in Basel
Afternoon Xmas Market Tour in Basel
In case you too happen to have Thursday off, would you be up for an afternoon walk across the historical center, to unveil the many surprises that the city prepared for us for Christmas? We'll try to walk along the Nativity route ( (...) Protected content (...) Main event will perhaps be the 17:
In case you too happen to have Thursday off, would you be up for an afternoon walk across the historical center, to unveil the many surprises that the city prepared for us for Christmas? We'll try to walk along the Nativity route ( (...) Protected content (...) Main event will perhaps be the 17:
Traditional Lichterschwimmen
Traditional Lichterschwimmen
Join us - this year hopefully with better weather - at the traditional Zurich “Lichterschwimmen” event, at 18.00pm precisely, hundreds of tiny lanterns set sail from Stadthausquai on an atmospheric journey down the River Limmat. We will have some hot chocolate or similar afterwards to get warm.
Join us - this year hopefully with better weather - at the traditional Zurich “Lichterschwimmen” event, at 18.00pm precisely, hundreds of tiny lanterns set sail from Stadthausquai on an atmospheric journey down the River Limmat. We will have some hot chocolate or similar afterwards to get warm.
InterNations Geneva @ Intercontinental 4 GVA Newcomers
InterNations Geneva @ Intercontinental 4 GVA Newcomers
✨New in Geneva? Make it Magical✨ Join us for the Newcomers Event—your gateway to meeting amazing people, getting the best advice & tips. discovering hidden gems in the city, and feeling right at home in our global community! 🌍✨ 📅 Date: Thursday 18th of December 2025 📍 Location: International
✨New in Geneva? Make it Magical✨ Join us for the Newcomers Event—your gateway to meeting amazing people, getting the best advice & tips. discovering hidden gems in the city, and feeling right at home in our global community! 🌍✨ 📅 Date: Thursday 18th of December 2025 📍 Location: International
Free Sound Bath in the Mountains
Free Sound Bath in the Mountains
Description: Come up to the snowy mountains and unwind with a free winter sound bath in St-Cergue. A gentle mix of crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls, gong and voice - all designed to help you rest, reset, and feel grounded again. These sessions are slow, cosy, and open to everyone. No experience needed.
Description: Come up to the snowy mountains and unwind with a free winter sound bath in St-Cergue. A gentle mix of crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls, gong and voice - all designed to help you rest, reset, and feel grounded again. These sessions are slow, cosy, and open to everyone. No experience needed.

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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.

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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Tips and Advice on Switzerland from Your Fellow Ecuadorian Expats

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

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

  • Our network is the best place to meet expats from Ecuador.
  • On the Switzerland 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 encebollado in Zurich, etc.
  • The InterNations Places database for Switzerland has information on the nearest Ecuadorian embassy and many other institutions.

From the mountain resort of Zermatt to Interlaken, the outdoor and action sports capital of Switzerland, you can meet supportive and friendly Ecuadorian expats in Switzerland on InterNations.

Meet and Mingle with Fellow Ecuadorians in Switzerland

Additionally, InterNations hosts regular expat events and activities in Switzerland. Our get-togethers are sure to cater to your taste as well: as a member, you can partake in cozy gatherings to enjoy some Swiss rösti, join one of our huge expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Zurich’s best locations, and much more. Want to discover Switzerland? Go on a weekend trip with your fellow expats to see the mountain ranges of the Jura Vaudois and other beautiful landmarks.

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

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