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Welcome to Our Expat Community in the USA!

Hey y’all — and a warm welcome to our expat communities in the United States of America! 51ԹϺis designed as a platform to serve and connect expatriates living around the world, and help you navigate the trickiest bits of moving to a new country. As you might imagine, the United States has some of the largest and most vibrant expatriate communities anywhere in the world, and many have made use of all of the resources and advice available through InterNations, as they made that big jump to move! 51ԹϺis all about being part of a community, so you can draw on the experiences that many others have had before you, and add your own views and advice to help out those who want to move to this wonderful country in the future.

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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 the US

442,798
members in US
350
monthly events
262
interest-based groups
557
event hosts

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Join Our Online and In-Person Events in the United States

Attend our many events to get to know like-minded expats, both in the USA and around the world! Our new online events even let you find connection and inspiration without leaving your home.

Consul & Company: the Kickoff Dinner
Consul & Company: the Kickoff Dinner
Hi team, now that I’m settling into the Consul role, I’d love the chance for us to connect outside of our usual environment. I’m organizing a group dinner on May 13th at 6:30pm. ​It would be great to see you all there!
Hi team, now that I’m settling into the Consul role, I’d love the chance for us to connect outside of our usual environment. I’m organizing a group dinner on May 13th at 6:30pm. ​It would be great to see you all there!
Wine & Food in the Heart of Downtown Culver City
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(...) Protected content (...) Their selection is eclectic, including many unusual and hard to find producers and varieties, not just the usual suspects and mass produced bottles you find on every other wine list. We can order from their large list of wines by the glass or maybe share a bottle or
Birthday & Happy Hour Celebration!
Birthday & Happy Hour Celebration!
Join us for an evening of international flair, new friendships, and community spirit. Whether you’re a long‑time local or new to the area, this is the perfect chance to expand your circle and share a drink with fellow expats. 🎂 A Quick Mention It also happens to be my birthday around this time,
Join us for an evening of international flair, new friendships, and community spirit. Whether you’re a long‑time local or new to the area, this is the perfect chance to expand your circle and share a drink with fellow expats. 🎂 A Quick Mention It also happens to be my birthday around this time,
Celebration Happy Hour
Celebration Happy Hour
Join us for an evening of international flair, new friendships, and community spirit. Whether you’re a long-time local or new to the area, this is the perfect chance to expand your circle and share a drink with fellow expats. 🎂 A Special Celebration We are also gathering to celebrate a very special
Join us for an evening of international flair, new friendships, and community spirit. Whether you’re a long-time local or new to the area, this is the perfect chance to expand your circle and share a drink with fellow expats. 🎂 A Special Celebration We are also gathering to celebrate a very special

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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 the US - or learn something new!

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

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Embark on Your Expat Life in the USA

From deserts to everglades, mountains to rolling plains, the USA has just about every kind of landscape you could imagine. With huge global centers of finance and commerce, many expatriates relocate to the USA to advance their career — or just because they fall in love with the busy cities, incredible natural wonders, and the friendly and diverse people who call the country home. Our communities of expats in the United States are some of the busiest and most popular on InterNations. Once you've become a member of 51ԹϺand look at our guide articles and forums, you’ll find out that a lot of the questions you may already be wondering about have been clearly and extensively answered by the community on the site. Whether you’re interested in the healthcare provision in the US, how the education system works in Massachusetts, or the best areas to live in Ohio, you can find lots of views from a whole range of expats. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, why not reach out to the community to gather their views?

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 Bahrain or Saudi Arabia, 51ԹϺallows you to be close to them even if they are miles away.

The Network for Like-Minded Expatriates in the USA

Of course, there are a few important aspects we want to ensure our members comply with regards to our community. Our members have been carefully approved, and always adhere to our guiding principles of being polite, friendly, and honest. This means that you can feel comfortable in the knowledge that you are interacting in a safe and secure environment, where you can ask serious questions, and get serious responses. Whether you want to ask about the best areas to go hiking near your new home, or you need advice about getting the correct level of health insurance, or filling out visa applications — our community will help give you clear and friendly advice, whatever your question. And, if you do have a special interest or hobby you would like to pursue in the USA, you can also attend one of the events or join one of the groups, organized regularly by 51ԹϺmembers in your community. So, no matter if you're in California or Connecticut, if you enjoy cooking or climbing, there will be a get-together to match your needs. Time and again, expatriates have shared the view that being able to continue their favorite hobbies has been critical to them feeling happy and settled in their new home. The 51ԹϺCommunity can help you find like-minded individuals and make new friends, wherever you now call home!

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