Your Expat Community in Almaty

Embark on a New Life in Almaty

Expats will discover a range of cultural influences in Almaty including Russian and Chinese. The wintersport bandy is popular and active expats can enjoy a day of skiing and ice skating at nearby Medeu skating rink and ski resort. Those looking for a day out together can take the Kok-tube, an air tram or cable-car, to the top of Green Hill for fantastic views over the city and family-friendly amusement rides. Home of the Kazakhstan Stock Exchange, Almaty serves as the country's financial center. Financial services and exports are the city's major industries with the headquarters of several large banks stationed in Almaty, including Central Asia's largest bank, BTA. Other industries include the media sector with television stations and several newspapers based in the city, and media distribution a growth area.

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 Dubai or Hong Kong, InterNations allows you to be close to them even if they are miles away.

Meet Like-Minded Expats at InterNations Events in Almaty

At our regular InterNations Official Events, expats are encouraged to socialize, network and have fun together as you settle into your new city. Our members hail from all over the world and once you reach Almaty you can start building a new circle of friends. In addition, our groups are also a great way to enjoy your new city with wine tasting, movies, table tennis and soccer some of the interests you can share with our members as you build a fulfilling new life in Almaty.