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  • Meet Brits in Christchurch

  • Get information in our Christchurch guide

  • Join exciting events and activities

  • Exchange tips about expat life in Christchurch

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    With all of the information that InterNations provided on Wellington, it made my move from Turkey easier than I could have imagined.

InterNations - A Place for Brits in Christchurch

Hello to all of our Brits in Christchurch! Are you interested in getting to know fellow British expats in Christchurch? Are you looking for advice from other Brits, e.g. which bars in Christchurch will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for roast beef?

You are cordially invited to be part of InterNations Christchurch. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of British expats, coming from London, Cardiff, Glasgow and all regions of the UK.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

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Meet fellow Brits at our events in Christchurch

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow Brits in Christchurch.

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    From United Kingdom, living in Christchurch
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    From United Kingdom, living in Christchurch
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    From United Kingdom, living in Christchurch
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    From United Kingdom, living in Christchurch
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    From United Kingdom, living in Christchurch

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British Expats in Christchurch Share Their Experiences

InterNations is a place where British expats in Christchurch exchange experiences and tips to support each other. Ōtautahi, as it is known to the Maori, can be a great place for expats - our community helps you make the most of your experience!

  • Browse our Members Network to get to know Christchurch’s British expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow British expats in Christchurch.
  • Use the Expat Guide for Christchurch to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow Brits in Christchurch at Our Events

Our community in Christchurch is also very active offline. Our InterNations Ambassadors organize regular events and various expat activities, e.g. a dinner in Christchurch’s hippest restaurant or an outing with other British expats to explore the South Island. These activities are a casual way to get to know expats from the UK in your local community as well as Brits in New Zealand nationwide. Interested? Simply become a member and we’ll be happy to welcome you among our Brits living in Christchurch!