51ԹϺ– Uniting Swiss living in the USA
Would you like to get in touch with other Swiss in theu0020Unitedu0020States? Are you in need of help and advice from your Swiss compatriots? Or would you like to join other Swiss expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. theu0020pleasantlyu0020mildu0020Pacificu0020Northwest?
Whether you have settled as an expat in theu0020USA or are still living in Switzerland and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, 51ԹϺtheu0020USA 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 Swiss expats in theu0020USA, coming from all corners of Switzerland - from Geneva, over Zurich to Bern.
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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
In such an international city such as Washington, D.C. 51ԹϺholds great events for everyone to network and enjoy themselves.
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Meet other Swiss at our events in the United States
Attend our monthly events and activities for Swiss expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.
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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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Find Tips and Advice on the USA from Swiss Expats
Of course, expat living in the USA is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Swiss is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the American way of life and mentality. 51ԹϺhelps you connect and meet up with other Swiss in the USA, residing in Washington D.C., New York City, Los Angeles and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Swiss in New York or Swiss in Miami.
If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for Swiss food or discuss your favorite sports team's latest match, become a member of the American 51ԹϺCommunity:
- Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from Switzerland in the USA.
- Obtain and share insider tips in our the USA Expat Forums – e.g. how to hire a babysitter fluent in your native tongue for your children or where to get rösti in New York City.
- Search the 51ԹϺPlaces database for the USA to get information on institutions from your home country, including the Swiss embassy.
From the pleasantly mild Pacific Northwest to the picturesque landscapes of the South, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Swiss expats in the USA.
Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Swiss in the USA
Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in the USA. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional American stuffed turkey, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Washington D.C.’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see the gabled churches and small towns of New England as well as other beautiful landmarks in the USA.
Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from Switzerland and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Grüezi, salut, buongiorno, bainvegni from our Swiss living in the USA!
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