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Looking for French Expats in Johannesburg?

  • Meet French in Johannesburg

  • Get information in our Johannesburg guide

  • Join exciting events and activities

  • Exchange tips about expat life in Johannesburg

  • Claude Maurin

    After I followed my wife to Johannesburg, InterNations and its expat circles helped me find free-lance work with South African clients.

InterNations - A Place for French in Johannesburg

Bonjour to all French in Johannesburg! Would you like to meet fellow French expats in Johannesburg? Would you like to get insider suggestions from other French, e.g. where in Johannesburg your hometown team’s next match is shown on TV or where to get foie gras?

We would like to invite you to become a member of InterNations Johannesburg. As a member of InterNations, you will have access to an active group of French expats, hailing from Paris, Nice, Lyon and all regions of France.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love InterNations in Johannesburg

26,952
members in Johannesburg
581
French members
16
monthly events
16
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Meet fellow French at our events in Johannesburg

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

Apr 26, 2025, 1:00 AM
20 attendees
For the love of hiking, come and join these exciting outings. Wear hiking boots and suitable clothes, water and sunblock. Please note the following hikes are hosted by our Must Love Hiking friends.
Get ready for an unforgettable journey around the world without ever leaving the venue! 🌍✈️. Join us for an evening that celebrates the diversity of cultures with food, music, drinks, and activities
❄️ Winter Wonderland Celebration ❄️ Join us for an enchanting evening to embrace the magic of winter! As the temperature drops, let’s heat things up with great company, positive vibes, and some wint
Sep 24, 2025, 1:00 PM
4 attendees
Let’s come together to honor the rich culture, history, and traditions of South Africa! Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of South African music, delicious food, and a celebration of heritage and

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Why French expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our French members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

  • Community Member
    From France, living in Johannesburg
  • Community Member
    From France, living in Johannesburg
  • Community Member
    From France, living in Johannesburg
  • Community Member
    From France, living in Johannesburg
  • Community Member
    From France, living in Johannesburg

Meet other French in Johannesburg

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Find other French to share your hobbies with

French Expats in Johannesburg Help You With Their Advice

With InterNations, French expats in Johannesburg are able to find both the help they need as well as lots of valuable information. "Jo'Burg", "Jozi" or "Gauteng" offers so much for expats to explore - our community helps you enjoy your stay to the fullest.

  • Look through our Members Network to connect with Johannesburg’s French expats.
  • Become active in our Expat Forums in order to find insider tips and suggestions from fellow French expats in Johannesburg.
  • Make full use of the Expat Guide for Johannesburg to obtain important information on your temporary home abroad.

Mix and Mingle with French in Johannesburg at Our Events

Our Johannesburg community is also lively and welcoming offline. The InterNations Ambassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience in Johannesburg’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow French expats to discover the Highveld's Gauteng City Region. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from France in your local community and meet French in South Africa in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our French living in Johannesburg!