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InterNations — A Community for American Expats in Sydney

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

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

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Serhat Ahmed

Serhat Ahmed

Without experience of having lived abroad, I thought it would be hard to get to know other expats. But not with InterNations.

Lotta Koskinen

Lotta Koskinen

When I first attended the Sydney Bar night I was really nervous. But everyone welcomed me and I quickly felt as part of the community.

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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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Why you'll love InterNations in Sydney

40,337
members in Sydney
1,802
American members
35
monthly events
26
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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What American expats love about living in Sydney

To gain a better understanding of expat life in Sydney, we asked our American members for their opinions. Let’s start with the positive ones first.

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One thing I really appreciate about Sydney is despite the issues with the current government, social services in Australia (health, education, transport) are better than most countries. — American expat living in Sydney
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I really appreciate free healthcare, nature, wildlife, sunshine, and sarcastic humor of the citizens. — American expat living in Sydney
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What stands out positively about Sydney is if you have enough income, it can be very comfortable. I used to live in Newtown and Stanmore, and only rarely needed a car. Now I live in Hunters Hill (near Ryde) and can get around with a bike. The government is mostly rational, good healthcare and high internet speed. — American expat living in Sydney
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What I enjoy most about Sydney is that it's clean and safe. — American expat living in Sydney
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Now let's see some common negative topics that our American members had on their minds:

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I dislike that Sydney has poor customer service. Flexibility in service delivery is not a thing here. — American expat living in Sydney
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What I dislike about Sydney is it's so far away from other countries you are basically moving to another planet. Communication back to your home country is that what is very difficult to keep up on. — American expat living in Sydney
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What frustrates me about Sydney is lack of opportunities to foreigners. — American expat living in Sydney
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Living in Sydney, I find it hard to come to terms with the fact that fresh products here are expensive and often poor quality, sports equipment and clothing are pricey, people are close-minded, drivers are aggressive, I am unable to do my job because of local regulations, and the weather is unpredictable. — American expat living in Sydney
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Why Americans move abroad … (and do they like it?)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys for expats — Expat Insider — where we ask people living around the world about every aspect of expat life. We’ve rounded up key facts about the typical American expat: what motivated them to move to a new country, what they enjoy about life abroad, as well as what they struggle with the most.

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Connect at Our Events in Sydney

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

Bay Walk and Coffee
Bay Walk and Coffee
Hi All, Join me for a relaxed walk around the Bay Run. Let's get some fresh air, have a chat, and enjoy the walk. We can grab a coffee somewhere along the way and take it easy.
Hi All, Join me for a relaxed walk around the Bay Run. Let's get some fresh air, have a chat, and enjoy the walk. We can grab a coffee somewhere along the way and take it easy.
InterNations Sydney Official Event - New Venue
InterNations Sydney Official Event - New Venue
Hi everyone, we are lucky to have secured a 🎉 new venue 🎉 at the Chinese Garden of Friendship 🌆✨ Join us for a relaxed InterNations social night at One Dining Teahouse Bar on Wednesday, 7 October. 🍹 Drinks & networking from 17:30 🤝 Meet fellow expats, locals & professionals 🎶 Great atmos
Hi everyone, we are lucky to have secured a 🎉 new venue 🎉 at the Chinese Garden of Friendship 🌆✨ Join us for a relaxed InterNations social night at One Dining Teahouse Bar on Wednesday, 7 October. 🍹 Drinks & networking from 17:30 🤝 Meet fellow expats, locals & professionals 🎶 Great atmos
InterNations Sydney - Oktoberfest 2026 @ Munich Brauhaus
Dear Sydney Community, Did anyone say Oktoberfest? I heard you loud and clear and am super excited to invite you to our InterNations Oktoberfest at Munich Brauhaus on Wednesday, 28 October 2026, starting from 18:00. Housed in a stone, heritage-listed building, in the heart of The Rocks, Munich Br
Dear Sydney Community, Did anyone say Oktoberfest? I heard you loud and clear and am super excited to invite you to our InterNations Oktoberfest at Munich Brauhaus on Wednesday, 28 October 2026, starting from 18:00. Housed in a stone, heritage-listed building, in the heart of The Rocks, Munich Br
InterNations Sydney Official Outdoor Event - November
🍹 November Social Drinks at Iki Bar – Potts Point 🌿 Come along for a relaxed evening of drinks, fresh air and good company at Iki Bar in Potts Point! Enjoy the outdoors, meet fellow InterNations members, and unwind over a social drink in a relaxed setting. It’s a great opportunity to make new co
🍹 November Social Drinks at Iki Bar – Potts Point 🌿 Come along for a relaxed evening of drinks, fresh air and good company at Iki Bar in Potts Point! Enjoy the outdoors, meet fellow InterNations members, and unwind over a social drink in a relaxed setting. It’s a great opportunity to make new co

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Find People Who Share Your Passions

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Personal Development Group
Personal Development Group
Night Out Group
Night Out Group
Happy Hour Group
Happy Hour Group
Changemakers Group
Changemakers Group

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Enjoy the International Experience with InterNations

  • Browse our network of members to get to know American expats in Sydney and connect with others.
  • Take part in our expat forums to get firsthand tips and information from fellow Americans in Sydney.
  • Meet other American expats and global minds at 600 monthly official events and share your interests at more than 4,600 monthly activities in Sydney 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 Sydney Community today!

Meet Fellow Americans in Sydney at Our Events

Our community in Sydney is also very active offline. Our InterNations Ambassadors organize regular events and various expat activities, e.g. a dinner in Sydney’s hippest restaurant or an outing with other American expats to explore Queensland. These activities are a casual way to get to know expats from the USA in your local community as well as Americans in Australia nationwide. Interested? Simply become a member and we’ll be happy to welcome you among our Americans living in Sydney!

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