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51ԹϺ– The Place for Filipinos Living in Switzerland

Want to connect with the expat community of Filipinos in Switzerland? Looking for Filipino compatriots to help you with your questions on expat life? Or are you looking for other Filipino expats to go on an excursion to the mountain resort of Zermatt with?

51ԹϺSwitzerland offers everything you might need as an expat, no matter whether you already live in Switzerland or are still in Philippines 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 Filipino expats in Switzerland is going very strong, with members having roots all across Philippines - from Davao, over Cebu to Manila.

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Andrey Vasilyev

Andrey Vasilyev

I was able to connect with other expats in Zurich who enjoy cycling as much as I do and organize weekly rides.

Elin Gustavson

Elin Gustavson

At the first 51ԹϺevent that I attended, I met my wonderful partner. We now live together in a flat next to the Limmat.

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 Filipinos at our events in Switzerland

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

Afterwork & Discover Smarter Document Management
Afterwork & Discover Smarter Document Management
Dear everyone, Join us for a friendly and insightful event designed for business leaders, accountants, and anyone who feels their daily work is too time-consuming. We will introduce a smart document management solution powered by AI, designed to simplify your processes while ensuring your data is
Dear everyone, Join us for a friendly and insightful event designed for business leaders, accountants, and anyone who feels their daily work is too time-consuming. We will introduce a smart document management solution powered by AI, designed to simplify your processes while ensuring your data is
Wine Meets History — Neuchâtel Winegrowers Tasting in a Museum
Dear Wine Friends, Join us for a unique tasting experience where wine and history come together in Bern! — On Thursday, 26 March, Neuchâtel’s winegrowers invite you to an exclusive tasting in (...) Protected content (...) Come and savour a selection of Neuchâtel’s finest vintages while exploring t
Dear Wine Friends, Join us for a unique tasting experience where wine and history come together in Bern! — On Thursday, 26 March, Neuchâtel’s winegrowers invite you to an exclusive tasting in (...) Protected content (...) Come and savour a selection of Neuchâtel’s finest vintages while exploring t
51ԹϺBasel Official Event @ L'Osteria Basel
51ԹϺBasel Official Event @ L'Osteria Basel
Dear Basel Community, I would like to invite you all to an after-work with a welcome drink in the Italian Restaurant L'osteria Basel :) Around 21:00 a DJ starts playing and we can all dance and enjoy the Dancefloor:) Feel free to invite your friends to enjoy the music, dance; laugh and socialize
Dear Basel Community, I would like to invite you all to an after-work with a welcome drink in the Italian Restaurant L'osteria Basel :) Around 21:00 a DJ starts playing and we can all dance and enjoy the Dancefloor:) Feel free to invite your friends to enjoy the music, dance; laugh and socialize
Weekly Social Run
Weekly Social Run
Come join our weekly social run around the beautiful lake area of Melide. Runs are centred around easy, social efforts and are open to all abilities. The focus is on consistency, community, and making running something you look forward to each week. Runners who complete 10 runs receive a RUNICO Pe
Come join our weekly social run around the beautiful lake area of Melide. Runs are centred around easy, social efforts and are open to all abilities. The focus is on consistency, community, and making running something you look forward to each week. Runners who complete 10 runs receive a RUNICO Pe

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Why Filipino 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 Filipino 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.

Sports Group
Sports Group
Arts and Culture Group
Arts and Culture Group
Singles Group
Singles Group
The Witty Banter Lounge Group
The Witty Banter Lounge Group

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Tips and Advice on Switzerland from Your Fellow Filipino Expats

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

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

  • Our network is the best place to meet expats from Philippines.
  • On the Switzerland 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 halo-halo in Zurich, etc.
  • The 51ԹϺPlaces database for Switzerland has information on the nearest Filipino embassy and many other institutions.

From the mountain resort of Zermatt to Interlaken, the outdoor and action sports capital of Switzerland, you can meet supportive and friendly Filipino expats in Switzerland on InterNations.

Meet and Mingle with Fellow Filipinos in Switzerland

Additionally, 51ԹϺhosts regular expat events and activities in Switzerland. Our get-togethers are sure to cater to your taste as well: as a member, you can partake in cozy gatherings to enjoy some Swiss rösti, join one of our huge expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Zurich’s best locations, and much more. Want to discover Switzerland? Go on a weekend trip with your fellow expats to see the mountain ranges of the Jura Vaudois and other beautiful landmarks.

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

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