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51ԹϺ– The Place for Greeks Living in Belgium

Want to connect with the expat community of Greeks in Belgium? Looking for Greek compatriots to help you with your questions on expat life? Or are you looking for other Greek expats to go on an excursion to theu0020Frenchu002Dinfluencedu0020provincesu0020ofu0020theu0020Walloonu0020Region with?

51ԹϺBelgium offers everything you might need as an expat, no matter whether you already live in Belgium or are still in Greece planning your upcoming foreign assignment. 51ԹϺis the leading platform among expatriates and global minds in all countries around the world. Needless to say, our community of Greek expats in Belgium is going very strong, with members having roots all across Greece - from Thessaloniki, over Larissa to Athens.

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Kelly Powell

Kelly Powell

I loved moving to Brussels. But after a while I felt homesick. On 51ԹϺI met a bunch of people from the US. That helped a lot.

Maria Lombardi

Maria Lombardi

You can really get lost in the "capital of Europe" - 51ԹϺhelped me to get settled and to make a lot of expat friends.

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 Greeks at our events in Belgium

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

Pleasant  Afterwork Meeting
Pleasant Afterwork Meeting
We meet in a well known bar - bistro in European quarter. (...) Protected content (...) is a good and famous place to meet people. There are of course drinks and some food. I booked a table. See you all. Greetings Danny
We meet in a well known bar - bistro in European quarter. (...) Protected content (...) is a good and famous place to meet people. There are of course drinks and some food. I booked a table. See you all. Greetings Danny
Poetry-Writing Workshop in English
Poetry-Writing Workshop in English
A fun workshop run by a poet with multiple publications and who is researching a PhD involving a creative poetry component
A fun workshop run by a poet with multiple publications and who is researching a PhD involving a creative poetry component
French Language in Brussels
French Language in Brussels
This group is open to ALL, whether you are a native French speaker or a true beginner, don't be shy and simply join us! We'll meet to chit-chat or just listen to each other, have a drink, and enjoy a relaxing evening together. - How to find us?Our meetings take place (...) Protected content (...)
This group is open to ALL, whether you are a native French speaker or a true beginner, don't be shy and simply join us! We'll meet to chit-chat or just listen to each other, have a drink, and enjoy a relaxing evening together. - How to find us?Our meetings take place (...) Protected content (...)
51ԹϺAntwerp - Pre Christmas Event - Ηilton Hotel
51ԹϺAntwerp - Pre Christmas Event - Ηilton Hotel
Your Antwerp Ambassadors are happy to celebrate another beautiful evening at the Hilton Hotel. This iconic location is always a favorite among 51ԹϺmembers. And what better place to celebrate Christmas than next to the Antwerp Christmas markets? So you can combine the 51ԹϺChristmas
Your Antwerp Ambassadors are happy to celebrate another beautiful evening at the Hilton Hotel. This iconic location is always a favorite among 51ԹϺmembers. And what better place to celebrate Christmas than next to the Antwerp Christmas markets? So you can combine the 51ԹϺChristmas

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Why Greek 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 Greek 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 51ԹϺGroups 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.

Explorers Group
Explorers Group
City Explorers Group
City Explorers Group
La Dolce Vita Group
La Dolce Vita Group
Outdoor Adventures Group
Outdoor Adventures Group

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Tips and Advice on Belgium from Your Fellow Greek Expats

Obviously, expat life in Belgium goes well beyond shipping your belongings and taking care of red tape. Socializing with fellow Greeks is an important facet of living abroad and can be a huge stepping stone in getting to know the Belgian mentality and way of life. Greeks in Belgium are a part of our community, calling cities such as Antwerp, Leuven, Brussels, and many others home. You can use 51ԹϺto look for fellow Greeks in Brussels, for example.

Wondering where to shop for Greek delicatessen, want to discuss your national team's latest match, or simply talk to someone in your native language? Become a member of the Belgian 51ԹϺCommunity!

  • Our network is the best place to meet expats from Greece.
  • On the Belgium 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 moussaka in Brussels, etc.
  • The 51ԹϺPlaces database for Belgium has information on the nearest Greek embassy and many other institutions.

From the French-influenced provinces of the Walloon Region to the Flemish North, you can meet supportive and friendly Greek expats in Belgium on InterNations.

Meet and Mingle with Fellow Greeks in Belgium

Additionally, 51ԹϺhosts regular expat events and activities in Belgium. Our get-togethers are sure to cater to your taste as well: as a member, you can partake in cozy gatherings to enjoy some Belgian pommes frites, join one of our huge expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Brussels’s best locations, and much more. Want to discover Belgium? Go on a weekend trip with your fellow expats to see Ghent's canals and other beautiful landmarks.

Our meet-ups and activities offer many wonderful opportunities to mingle with expatriates hailing from Greece and dozens of other countries in a casual setting. Just sign up for your 51ԹϺmembership and you’ll soon hear a cordial Yasu from our Greeks living in Belgium!

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