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51ԹϺ– Uniting Irish living in Switzerland

Would you like to get in touch with other Irish in Switzerland? Are you in need of help and advice from your Irish compatriots? Or would you like to join other Irish expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. the mountain resort of Zermatt?

Whether you have settled as an expat in Switzerland or are still living in Ireland and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, 51ԹϺSwitzerland 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 Irish expats in Switzerland, coming from all corners of Ireland - from Cork, over Dublin to Limerick.

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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 Irish at our events in Switzerland

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

Afterwork Networking, Live Polo Game & DJ under the Stars
Join us for an unforgettable summer evening where sport, networking, and great company come together in a unique setting. Experience the excitement of a live polo match at sunset, followed by an elegant after-work apéro featuring signature cocktails, seasonal bites, and a vibrant social atmosphere.
Join us for an unforgettable summer evening where sport, networking, and great company come together in a unique setting. Experience the excitement of a live polo match at sunset, followed by an elegant after-work apéro featuring signature cocktails, seasonal bites, and a vibrant social atmosphere.
Food Festival
Food Festival
This event is for all foodies, not-restricted only to people who are vegan. You are all welcome ! Try out international recipes ! The festival takes place across several days: 26 May - 14 June in case you would like to visit it by yourself.
This event is for all foodies, not-restricted only to people who are vegan. You are all welcome ! Try out international recipes ! The festival takes place across several days: 26 May - 14 June in case you would like to visit it by yourself.
Casual Wednesday
Casual Wednesday
Join us for another Casual Evening, an easygoing gathering right in the middle of the week :-) A quiet and comfortable place, with good food and drinks available if you feel like it: whether you’re new in town or simply want to expand your social circle, this is a perfect chance for good conversati
Join us for another Casual Evening, an easygoing gathering right in the middle of the week :-) A quiet and comfortable place, with good food and drinks available if you feel like it: whether you’re new in town or simply want to expand your social circle, this is a perfect chance for good conversati
Apero Event in Lausanne - Lutry
Apero Event in Lausanne - Lutry
Our purpose is to connect international people, encourage greater understanding between cultures, and help people create social support structures and professional networks rapidly. Here you can see everyone from different cultures and races meeting and having a great time, and this is what we tend
Our purpose is to connect international people, encourage greater understanding between cultures, and help people create social support structures and professional networks rapidly. Here you can see everyone from different cultures and races meeting and having a great time, and this is what we tend

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Why Irish 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 Irish 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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Find Tips and Advice on Switzerland from Irish Expats

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

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

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

From the mountain resort of Zermatt to Interlaken, the outdoor and action sports capital of Switzerland, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Irish expats in Switzerland.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Irish in Switzerland

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in Switzerland. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional Swiss rösti, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Zurich’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see the pleasant waterfront of Lake Lugano as well as other beautiful landmarks in Switzerland.

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

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