51ԹϺ– The Place for New Zealanders Living in Spain
Want to connect with the expat community of Newu0020Zealanders in Spain? Looking for Newu0020Zealand compatriots to help you with your questions on expat life? Or are you looking for other Newu0020Zealand expats to go on an excursion to theu0020amazingu0020beachesu0020ofu0020theu0020Costau0020delu0020Solu0020andu0020Costau0020deu0020lau0020Luz with?
51ԹϺSpain offers everything you might need as an expat, no matter whether you already live in Spain or are still in Newu0020Zealand 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 Newu0020Zealand expats in Spain is going very strong, with members having roots all across Newu0020Zealand - from Christchurch, over Auckland to Wellington.
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Jacques Paillard
At the 51ԹϺEvents, I didn't only enjoy dancing the night away at some great venues, but I also got to know some great friends.
Katharina Berbner
Thanks to InterNations, I found a good language school for expats to take intensive classes in Spanish and socialize a bit more.
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Meet other New Zealanders at our events in Spain
Attend our monthly events and activities for New Zealanders expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.


16. December 2025, 19:00
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Why expats from New Zealand 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 Kiwi 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.
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Tips and Advice on Spain from Your Fellow New Zealand Expats
Obviously, expat life in Spain goes well beyond shipping your belongings and taking care of red tape. Socializing with fellow New Zealanders is an important facet of living abroad and can be a huge stepping stone in getting to know the Spanish mentality and way of life. New Zealanders in Spain are a part of our community, calling cities such as Barcelona, Sevilla, Madrid, and many others home. You can use 51ԹϺto look for fellow New Zealanders in Madrid, for example.
Wondering where to shop for New Zealand delicatessen, want to discuss your national team's latest match, or simply talk to someone in your native language? Become a member of the Spanish 51ԹϺCommunity!
- Our network is the best place to meet expats from New Zealand.
- On the Spain 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 pavlova in Madrid, etc.
- The 51ԹϺPlaces database for Spain has information on the nearest New Zealand embassy and many other institutions.
From the amazing beaches of the Costa del Sol and Costa de la Luz to the thriving capital, the vibrant Catalonian coastal city of Barcelona, you can meet supportive and friendly New Zealand expats in Spain on InterNations.
Meet and Mingle with Fellow New Zealanders in Spain
Additionally, 51ԹϺhosts regular expat events and activities in Spain. Our get-togethers are sure to cater to your taste as well: as a member, you can partake in cozy gatherings to enjoy some Spanish paella, join one of our huge expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Madrid’s best locations, and much more. Want to discover Spain? Go on a weekend trip with your fellow expats to see Galicia's pilgrimage sites at Santiago de Compostela and other beautiful landmarks.
Our meet-ups and activities offer many wonderful opportunities to mingle with expatriates hailing from New Zealand and dozens of other countries in a casual setting. Just sign up for your 51ԹϺmembership and you’ll soon hear a cordial Hello from our New Zealanders living in Spain!
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