Welcome to Our Community of Expats in Philadelphia

Welcome to our expat community for Philadelphia. With invaluable information online and social opportunities offline, your InterNations Community is the doorway to your new city. Take advantage of our comprehensive library of guides and advice created especially to support expats and ensure your relocation is as stress-free as possible. Find the answers to your questions such as, "how do I apply for a work visa?" and "what education options are available?". If you have concerns, uncertainties or everyday questions, our friendly expats are waiting in our excellent forum to provide reassurance and insider tips. They're always happy to share their knowledge and we encourage you to build on their experience as you follow in their footsteps to join the expat community of Philadelphia.

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Olle Lindberg

Olle Lindberg

Thanks to InterNations, I found very interesting business contacts among Philadelphia's financial service providers.

Riya Das

Riya Das

I first met my best friend in Philadelphia (also an expat with an Indian background) at a community event. Thank you, InterNations Philly!

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 InterNations in Philadelphia

9,823
members in Philadelphia
7
monthly events
4
interest-based groups
7
event hosts

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Join Our Exciting Events in Philadelphia

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

Young Professionals Night
Young Professionals Night
About the event: Join us for this spring’s Young Professionals Night in celebration of our newest exhibition, Freedom Dreams. Philly’s creative pulse comes alive as emerging artists, cultural tastemakers, and young professionals gather for an unforgettable celebration of art, music, and connection.
About the event: Join us for this spring’s Young Professionals Night in celebration of our newest exhibition, Freedom Dreams. Philly’s creative pulse comes alive as emerging artists, cultural tastemakers, and young professionals gather for an unforgettable celebration of art, music, and connection.
Jeffrey Forman Sculpture Exhibition (Free Admission)
Join us for an engaging evening celebrating contemporary figurative sculpture in Philadelphia. This exhibition features clay works rooted in contemporary realism, exploring the natural movement and rhythms of the human form. Each piece invites viewers into a quiet narrative expressed through gesture
Join us for an engaging evening celebrating contemporary figurative sculpture in Philadelphia. This exhibition features clay works rooted in contemporary realism, exploring the natural movement and rhythms of the human form. Each piece invites viewers into a quiet narrative expressed through gesture
Brasilian Social
Brasilian Social
Let's ditch the conventional happy hour menu and experience a taste of Southern Brasil with Brasilian-inspired small plates, cocktails, wines, and beers at a special price. Rules: - No photos - No videos - Great fun and bad decisions *This is not a dinner event. Cash Bar, Happy Hour until 6:30. Se
Let's ditch the conventional happy hour menu and experience a taste of Southern Brasil with Brasilian-inspired small plates, cocktails, wines, and beers at a special price. Rules: - No photos - No videos - Great fun and bad decisions *This is not a dinner event. Cash Bar, Happy Hour until 6:30. Se
InterNations Philadelphia Spring Official Event @ the Goat
Dear InterNations Philadelphia Community, Join us for our Spring edition with international networking at this popular venue. The cozy and trendy bar/lounge @ The Goat is ideally located next to Rittenhouse Square. We will have a private space and bartender. We have been hosting events @ The Goat R
Dear InterNations Philadelphia Community, Join us for our Spring edition with international networking at this popular venue. The cozy and trendy bar/lounge @ The Goat is ideally located next to Rittenhouse Square. We will have a private space and bartender. We have been hosting events @ The Goat R

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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 Philadelphia - or learn something new!

Sports Group
Sports Group
DinnerNations Group
DinnerNations Group
Arts & Culture Group
Arts & Culture Group
City Explorers Group
City Explorers Group

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Enjoy the Outdoors and Explore the Nightlife in Vibrant Philadelphia

Philadelphia's major industries are wide and varied; finance and business play significant roles but tourism, retail, and hospitality are also important sources of employment. Medicine and education are two of the best performing sectors for those with the right experience looking for a way into Philadelphia's busy and creative job market. Find nightlife, shopping, and sports in the city as well as excellent cuisine, museums, theaters, and live music venues. Head to Old City for dinner and dancing, catch a concert at the Wells Fargo Center, explore the Sculpture Park and Rodin Museum, or spend a day shopping at the King of Prussia Mall. With one of the largest public park systems in the world, active expats can enjoy horse riding, cycling, hiking, and rowing while enjoying nature and the beautiful surroundings.

InterNations is 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. InterNations makes 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 Budapest or Lisbon, InterNations allows you to be close to them even if they are miles away.

At Our Events in Philadelphia You'll Make Friends with Other Expats in No Time!

In a new city it can be difficult to make friends, but with InterNations you are invited to our regular events to socialize and network with fellow expats. Visit our groups and find others ready to share your interests in wine, dining out, and exploring all the best parts of the city. With InterNations you are part of a safe and secure community of carefully approved expats who follow our principles of polite, friendly behavior. As an InterNations member, you have the comfort of knowing that whatever your new life holds, you have the support and social opportunities to build a full life in Philadelphia.

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