InterNations – Uniting Swiss living in the USA

Would you like to get in touch with other Swiss in the United States? Are you in need of help and advice from your Swiss compatriots? Or would you like to join other Swiss expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. the pleasantly mild Pacific Northwest?

Whether you have settled as an expat in the USA or are still living in Switzerland and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, InterNations the USA 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 Swiss expats in the USA, coming from all corners of Switzerland - from Geneva, over Zurich to Bern.

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Brian Norris

Brian Norris

When first moving to Washington, D.C., I didn't know many people outside of the office. InterNations has changed that with some exciting events.

Caroline Stiles

Caroline Stiles

In such an international city such as Washington, D.C. InterNations holds great events for everyone to network and enjoy themselves.

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 Swiss at our events in the United States

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

Yoga With Iron Strength on the Intrepid Flight Deck
IronStrength returns to the Intrepid Museum with special guests Tone House and Strong New York. (...) Protected content (...) This is free event, RSVP is required. Yoga on Intrepid Aircraft Carrier Ship Museum on 46 st and 12 Av. Get your RSVP ticket from this listed link. (...) Protected
IronStrength returns to the Intrepid Museum with special guests Tone House and Strong New York. (...) Protected content (...) This is free event, RSVP is required. Yoga on Intrepid Aircraft Carrier Ship Museum on 46 st and 12 Av. Get your RSVP ticket from this listed link. (...) Protected
Sunset Screening of Puccini’s Tosca
Sunset Screening of Puccini’s Tosca
6pm - film starts Drop in anytime. Screening ends by 8:15 Bask in a free, outdoor film screening of Puccini’s Tosca. Filmed at Italy’s famed Arena di Verona, the monumental opulence of the ancient Roman arena adds to the spectacle and intense drama of the thrilling, tragic opera. Set in Rome du
6pm - film starts Drop in anytime. Screening ends by 8:15 Bask in a free, outdoor film screening of Puccini’s Tosca. Filmed at Italy’s famed Arena di Verona, the monumental opulence of the ancient Roman arena adds to the spectacle and intense drama of the thrilling, tragic opera. Set in Rome du
Tuesday Morning Run
Tuesday Morning Run
Remember back in the winter when you said “I want to run with you, but I want to run when the weather warms up”? Well….. Six-mile run from Streeterville to Diversey Harbor and back. Come run with us (or walk/run, or walk) on a Tuesday morning. We’ll meet at the track at Lakeshore Park near the exe
Remember back in the winter when you said “I want to run with you, but I want to run when the weather warms up”? Well….. Six-mile run from Streeterville to Diversey Harbor and back. Come run with us (or walk/run, or walk) on a Tuesday morning. We’ll meet at the track at Lakeshore Park near the exe
Tuesdays on the Terrace - Jazz at the MCA
Tuesdays on the Terrace - Jazz at the MCA
How does free jazz on a Tuesday night sound? The back gate at the (...) Protected content (...) opens at 4:30 and the music starts at 5:30. Bands play two sets (5:30-6:30, then 7:00-8:00) with a break in between and the shows end at 8pm. Admission is free. Bring food, water, blankets, chairs, et
How does free jazz on a Tuesday night sound? The back gate at the (...) Protected content (...) opens at 4:30 and the music starts at 5:30. Bands play two sets (5:30-6:30, then 7:00-8:00) with a break in between and the shows end at 8pm. Admission is free. Bring food, water, blankets, chairs, et

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Why Swiss 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 Swiss 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.

Professional Networking Group
Professional Networking Group
Arts & Culture Group
Arts & Culture Group
Sports Club Group
Sports Club Group
City Explorers Group
City Explorers Group

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Find Tips and Advice on the USA from Swiss Expats

Of course, expat living in the USA is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Swiss is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the American way of life and mentality. InterNations helps you connect and meet up with other Swiss in the USA, residing in Washington D.C., New York City, Los Angeles and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Swiss in New York or Swiss in Miami.

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

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

From the pleasantly mild Pacific Northwest to the picturesque landscapes of the South, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Swiss expats in the USA.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Swiss in the USA

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in the USA. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional American stuffed turkey, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Washington D.C.’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see the gabled churches and small towns of New England as well as other beautiful landmarks in the USA.

Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from Switzerland and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Grüezi, salut, buongiorno, bainvegni from our Swiss living in the USA!

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