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51ԹϺ– Uniting Italians living in Belgium

Would you like to get in touch with other Italians in Belgium? Are you in need of help and advice from your Italian compatriots? Or would you like to join other Italian expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. the French-influenced provinces of the Walloon Region?

Whether you have settled as an expat in Belgium or are still living in Italy and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, 51ԹϺBelgium 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 Italian expats in Belgium, coming from all corners of Italy - from Milan, over Rome to Napoli.

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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 Italians at our events in Belgium

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

Mid-Week Vernissage in Leuven
Mid-Week Vernissage in Leuven
Welcome to the free festive opening night of Elisabeth Subrin's exhibition "How We Find Her". Followed by a reception! American artist and filmmaker Elisabeth Subrin brings together a body of research and work related to the figure of French actress Maria Schneider (1952–2011): The Listening Takes
Welcome to the free festive opening night of Elisabeth Subrin's exhibition "How We Find Her". Followed by a reception! American artist and filmmaker Elisabeth Subrin brings together a body of research and work related to the figure of French actress Maria Schneider (1952–2011): The Listening Takes
Praatcafé Dinner
Praatcafé Dinner
We have planned another group dinner at this well-known self-service buffet restaurant in Antwerp. The food is fine and the prices are, as the Belgians say, 'democratic.' You can have a two course dinner for €30 or a three course dinner for €35. And of course the company of 51ԹϺfriends is
We have planned another group dinner at this well-known self-service buffet restaurant in Antwerp. The food is fine and the prices are, as the Belgians say, 'democratic.' You can have a two course dinner for €30 or a three course dinner for €35. And of course the company of 51ԹϺfriends is
51ԹϺAntwerp - Exclusive Socializing at the Marina
We are very pleased to invite your for a great evening at a beautiful new location: U Eat & Sleep A beautiful venue in the shadow of the MAS museum and next to the marina. U Eat & Sleep has a beautiful high-end intimate bar in addition to a great restaurant and boutique hotel. Also their summer
We are very pleased to invite your for a great evening at a beautiful new location: U Eat & Sleep A beautiful venue in the shadow of the MAS museum and next to the marina. U Eat & Sleep has a beautiful high-end intimate bar in addition to a great restaurant and boutique hotel. Also their summer
 51ԹϺBrussels Networking: Interactive Playroom & Party
I’ve negotiated a "rare pearl" for you! 😊🕹️🎮 Inspired by the vibe of Night at the Museum, I’m taking you to a 650m² high-tech playroom for networking: Minigolf & Darts Shuffleboard Interactive Floor Games Karaoke Room Dancing Share & Fun is a new concept: Premium Bar, "Fast-Good" food, and int
I’ve negotiated a "rare pearl" for you! 😊🕹️🎮 Inspired by the vibe of Night at the Museum, I’m taking you to a 650m² high-tech playroom for networking: Minigolf & Darts Shuffleboard Interactive Floor Games Karaoke Room Dancing Share & Fun is a new concept: Premium Bar, "Fast-Good" food, and int

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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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Find Tips and Advice on Belgium from Italian Expats

Of course, expat living in Belgium is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Italians is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the Belgian way of life and mentality. 51ԹϺhelps you connect and meet up with other Italians in Belgium, residing in Brussels, Antwerp, Leuven and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Italians in Brussels or Italians in Antwerp.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for Italian food or discuss your favorite sports team's latest match, become a member of the Belgian 51ԹϺCommunity:

  • Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from Italy in Belgium.
  • Obtain and share insider tips in our Belgium Expat Forums – e.g. how to hire a babysitter fluent in your native tongue for your children or where to get minestrone in Antwerp.
  • Search the 51ԹϺPlaces database for Belgium to get information on institutions from your home country, including the Italian embassy.

From the French-influenced provinces of the Walloon Region to the Flemish North, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Italian expats in Belgium.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Italians in Belgium

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in Belgium. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional Belgian pommes frites, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Brussels’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see the Ardennes forests as well as other beautiful landmarks in Belgium.

Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from Italy and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Buongiorno from our Italians living in Belgium!

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