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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 Russians in Christchurch

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

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 Russian expats, coming from Moscow, Yekaterinburg, Saint Petersburg and all regions of Russia.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

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Meet fellow Russians 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 Russians in Christchurch.

If you are not too busy with other Festive Events, come and enjoy Christchurch's Spectacular Views from aloft..come along, meet others, and enjoy the food, drinks, and ambiance. Booked for 10 guests,
Chosen for Thursday 28th November as Thanksgiving Day, a big holiday in America..a meal out at a brand new restaurant, which only opened last week.A nice posh restaurant, with an amazing menu. The onl
Oct 30, 2024, 6:00 PM
3 attendees
We have chosen a restaurant bar we have been to before with superb views of the city from a Roof Top Bar. Because it is the Evening of Halloween, feel free to dress up a little more funky(if you wish
Sep 28, 2024, 8:00 AM
4 attendees
This month it will be a Saturday evening, which potential guests have chosen as their best evening. It will be at a newish Philipino restaurant which we have tried before, but with low attendance! The

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    From Russia, living in Christchurch
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    From Russia, living in Christchurch
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    From Russia, living in Christchurch
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    From Russia, living in Christchurch
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    From Russia, living in Christchurch

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Russian Expats in Christchurch Share Their Experiences

InterNations is a place where Russian 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 Russian expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow Russian expats in Christchurch.
  • Use the Expat Guide for Christchurch to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow Russians 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 Russian expats to explore the South Island. These activities are a casual way to get to know expats from Russia in your local community as well as Russians in New Zealand nationwide. Interested? Simply become a member and we’ll be happy to welcome you among our Russians living in Christchurch!