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Get to Know Our Local Network of Expats in Raleigh!

Hello and welcome to the 51ԹϺexpat community in Raleigh, state capital of North Carolina, USA. 51ԹϺhas been created with expats in mind so that you can find everything you need for a successful relocation in one place. Informative guides answer your questions, such as "how do I apply for a work permit?", and give you the confidence to move forward. You'll also have help from our knowledgeable expats who are ready to share their advice and help you get to grips with your new city. Pick their brains and take advantage of their experiences with a range of topics, from official paperwork to the best hiking trails. Your 51ԹϺaccount provides you with the support and background you need to make this lively city your new home.

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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. 51ԹϺhas changed that with some exciting events.

Caroline Stiles

Caroline Stiles

In such an international city such as Washington, D.C. 51ԹϺholds 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!

Why you'll love 51ԹϺin Raleigh

5,740
members in Raleigh
3
monthly events
4
available expat forums
6
event hosts

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Join Our Exciting Events in Raleigh

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

51ԹϺRaleigh May Celebration @ Ponysaurus Brewery
Let’s have our May event before summer arrives and many of us begin traveling! This time, we’ve chosen Ponysaurus Brewing Co. in Durham, known for its craft beers and drinks, delicious pizza, and amazing food trucks. And if their food isn’t enough, there are plenty of restaurants within walking di
Let’s have our May event before summer arrives and many of us begin traveling! This time, we’ve chosen Ponysaurus Brewing Co. in Durham, known for its craft beers and drinks, delicious pizza, and amazing food trucks. And if their food isn’t enough, there are plenty of restaurants within walking di

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you like culture and music? Books? Food? Or is having a relaxed coffee and a chat more your thing? Whatever you're into, we've got the group for you. So go ahead and do more of what you love in Raleigh - or learn something new!

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

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Embark on a New Life in Raleigh

As a state capital, Raleigh is home to a number of leisure activities to fill the social calendar, including baseball, basketball, football, soccer, and hockey games to keep sport fans happy. A number of theaters and performing arts venues, as well as several museums (including the North Carolina Museum of Art, one of the largest museums in the country), will please the culture-loving expat. The main industries in North Carolina span a range of sectors and include financial services, telecommunications, clothing, food processing, and pharmaceuticals. Raleigh is also part of one of the country's largest research parks, the North Carolina Research Triangle, specializing in biotech and high-tech research.

51ԹϺis the largest global network for expatriates, with communities in 420 cities around the world. Meet fellow global minds in your city of residence or get to know local expatriates before you're moving or traveling abroad and never feel like a stranger. 51ԹϺmakes it easy for you to stay in touch with your expat friends, both online and offline, so you can grow your network of friends and contacts from all over the world. Whether they live in Dubai or Khobar (Eastern Prov.), 51ԹϺallows you to be close to them even if they are miles away.

Meet Fellow Expats at 51ԹϺEvents

Making new friends and professional contacts in Raleigh may seem difficult, but 51ԹϺgives you an open invitation to a range of social engagements. Begin by attending one of our regular 51ԹϺOfficial Events to socialize in a relaxed atmosphere, and then join one (or more!) of the local 51ԹϺGroups to spend time with like-minded fellow expats. We warmly encourage you to take part in all the opportunities 51ԹϺhas to offer, as you build a fulfilling new life in Raleigh.

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