InterNations – The Place for South Africans Living in Switzerland

Want to connect with the expat community of Southu0020Africans in Switzerland? Looking for Southu0020African compatriots to help you with your questions on expat life? Or are you looking for other Southu0020African 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 Southu0020Africa 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 Southu0020African expats in Switzerland is going very strong, with members having roots all across Southu0020Africa - from Durban, over Johannesburg to Capeu0020Town.

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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 South Africans at our events in Switzerland

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

Winter Warm‑Up: Smoke, Sip, and Socialize Afterwork
Dear all, As January's wintery moods settle upon us, let's find warmth and connection in a unique setting! We're inviting you to an afterwork mix & mingle in the cosy atmosphere of the (...) Protected content (...) (fumoir is Swiss-German for a smoking lounge). Let's chase away the winter blues
Dear all, As January's wintery moods settle upon us, let's find warmth and connection in a unique setting! We're inviting you to an afterwork mix & mingle in the cosy atmosphere of the (...) Protected content (...) (fumoir is Swiss-German for a smoking lounge). Let's chase away the winter blues
After-Work Meetup
After-Work Meetup
Let’s meet up to catch up and see some new faces as well! Casual, friendly, and easygoing. Come by after work, stay as long as you like, and enjoy good conversations. 📅 Tuesday, 20 January 2026 🕡 From 18:15 📍 (...) Protected content (...) Hope to see you there! 😊
Let’s meet up to catch up and see some new faces as well! Casual, friendly, and easygoing. Come by after work, stay as long as you like, and enjoy good conversations. 📅 Tuesday, 20 January 2026 🕡 From 18:15 📍 (...) Protected content (...) Hope to see you there! 😊
Geneva Morning Walk & Talk
Geneva Morning Walk & Talk
Let's do a healthy business networking moment ! Trade the usual sitted coffee for a walking tour and meet great people !
Let's do a healthy business networking moment ! Trade the usual sitted coffee for a walking tour and meet great people !
Waking Up Your Subconscious
Waking Up Your Subconscious
Join us for a discussion about the subconscious and meaningful change
Join us for a discussion about the subconscious and meaningful change

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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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Tips and Advice on Switzerland from Your Fellow South African Expats

Obviously, expat life in Switzerland goes well beyond shipping your belongings and taking care of red tape. Socializing with fellow South Africans 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. South Africans 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 South Africans in Zurich, for example.

Wondering where to shop for South African 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 South Africa.
  • 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 bobotie in Zurich, etc.
  • The InterNations Places database for Switzerland has information on the nearest South African 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 South African expats in Switzerland on InterNations.

Meet and Mingle with Fellow South Africans 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 South Africa and dozens of other countries in a casual setting. Just sign up for your InterNations membership and you’ll soon hear a cordial Siya namkela nonke, welkom, isibingelelo from our South Africans living in Switzerland!

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