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51ԹϺ– The Place for South Africans Living in Spain

Want to connect with the expat community of Southu0020Africans in Spain? Looking for Southu0020African compatriots to help you with your questions on expat life? Or are you looking for other Southu0020African 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 Southu0020Africa 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 Southu0020African expats in Spain is going very strong, with members having roots all across Southu0020Africa - from Durban, over Johannesburg to Capeu0020Town.

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Jacques Paillard

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

Katharina Berbner

Thanks to InterNations, I found a good language school for expats to take intensive classes in Spanish and socialize a bit more.

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 South Africans at our events in Spain

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

It's Calçotada Season Again ! CHANGE OF VENUE, Starting at 14h
It's getting as cold as it gets in Barcelona, so it's time again for eating those roasted spring onions with a baby bib! Ya hace frío en Barcelona, con lo cual toca ponerse el babero y disfrutar de una calçotada!
It's getting as cold as it gets in Barcelona, so it's time again for eating those roasted spring onions with a baby bib! Ya hace frío en Barcelona, con lo cual toca ponerse el babero y disfrutar de una calçotada!
Afterwork Drinks
Afterwork Drinks
Hi! Just some streets off from Ruzafa area, we can find a venue called Veneno House, a new concept connecting food and culture under the same roof. If you are free this Friday evening and would like to discover this place together, we will be there!
Hi! Just some streets off from Ruzafa area, we can find a venue called Veneno House, a new concept connecting food and culture under the same roof. If you are free this Friday evening and would like to discover this place together, we will be there!
Spontaneous Gathering for Good Food/Drinks and Conversation
Let's gather and enjoy good Georgian/Ucrainian Food/Drinks (or Spanish)and have a nice conversation
Let's gather and enjoy good Georgian/Ucrainian Food/Drinks (or Spanish)and have a nice conversation
Iconic Movie Songs LIVE: A Vocal and Piano Experience
✨ A Magical Evening with “Silly Shymphony” ✨ Step into a magical, dimly lit space, where film projections dance as the melodies unfold. The concert, will be commented in context by Andrés Martínez, arranged by the great professional composer and pianist Eugènia Arús, and performed by musicals s
✨ A Magical Evening with “Silly Shymphony” ✨ Step into a magical, dimly lit space, where film projections dance as the melodies unfold. The concert, will be commented in context by Andrés Martínez, arranged by the great professional composer and pianist Eugènia Arús, and performed by musicals s

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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.

DinnerNations Group
DinnerNations Group
Global Professionals Group
Global Professionals Group
Wine Tasting Group
Wine Tasting Group
Yoga & Wellness Group
Yoga & Wellness Group

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Tips and Advice on Spain from Your Fellow South African Expats

Obviously, expat life in Spain goes well beyond shipping your belongings and taking care of red tape. Socializing with fellow South Africans 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. South Africans 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 South Africans in Madrid, for example.

Wondering where to shop for South African 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 South Africa.
  • 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 bobotie in Madrid, etc.
  • The 51ԹϺPlaces database for Spain has information on the nearest South African 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 South African expats in Spain on InterNations.

Meet and Mingle with Fellow South Africans 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 South Africa and dozens of other countries in a casual setting. Just sign up for your 51ԹϺmembership and you’ll soon hear a cordial Siya namkela nonke, welkom, isibingelelo from our South Africans living in Spain!

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