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  • Matthew Brown

    As a development aid worker I am mostly busy near Timbouctou and Gao. InterNations helped me to exchange ideas with other development agencies.

Our Community of Expats in Mali Welcomes You!

Salut! Welcome to InterNations Mali! While planning a move to Mali is an exciting endeavor, it can also be a time of anxiety for many, with concerns such as “how do I find a home in Timbuktu?”, “which school can I send my children to?”, or “what kind of permits and visas do I need in order to work in Bamako?” at the forefront of your mind. At InterNations, we connect you with other Mali expats who are able to provide answers to these questions and any others you might have, so you are able to fully embrace life in Mali, from sampling delicious poulet yassa, to witnessing the annual Dewgal (the crossing of the cattle) at Diafarabé.

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!

Join Our Online and In-Person Events in Mali

Attend our many events to get to know like-minded expats, both in Mali and around the world! Our new online events even let you find connection and inspiration without leaving your home.

Jul 15, 2023, 7:00 PM
31 attendees
Bring Your Flag and share every unique culture with each other
Jul 30, 2022, 5:00 PM
21 attendees
InterNations Mindeness at Hotel Lamitie Bamako with artist. Give a chance to network and give expats the opportunity to see the performance of local based musicians such as Alous Sam and Salif Keita
Jun 27, 2021, 9:00 PM
124 attendees
Let us explore best of local music. Each attendee is expected to share his or her favorite local song. We will listen to it together for about 1 mins. Experiencing New Music is a way to keep in touc
May 16, 2021, 4:00 PM
18 attendees
Please come and have brunch next Sunday. At an affordable price of 12.500 FCfa including the swimming pool and buffet. Cassablanca Installée à Bamako et offrant une vue sur le jardin, la Residence La

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Embracing Your Expat Life in Mali

Mali is a country with rich history, home to some of the oldest mosques in West Africa. The cliff-clinging architecture of Dogon country is a sight quite unlike any other, and, for many, the sheer ethnic diversity of Mali is enough to draw crowds of adventure hungry travelers and expats alike. Expatriates are also drawn by the potential growth in the agricultural sector of the economy, and there is continuing urban development in both Timbuktu and Bamako that also inspires interest. Whatever your reason for moving to Mali, we’re sure the country will offer you a deeply fulfilling and adventurous new life.

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 Thailand or Japan, InterNations allows you to be close to them even if they are miles away.

Make Friends and Build Your Expat Network before You Arrive in Mali

It is hugely important to expats that they are able to access a support network when they move abroad, be it to Mali or elsewhere. Our community provides advice and support on any issue, from healthcare and medical issues to suggestions on where to find the best food in Bamako. InterNations also help you build up a social network offline, face to face. Via InterNations, our expats organize groups and events that are a great opportunity to introduce yourself to other Mali expats. You are also welcome to start your own group, which is a great way to continue practicing your hobbies and make friends in the process.

  • Matthew Brown

    As a development aid worker I am mostly busy near Timbouctou and Gao. InterNations helped me to exchange ideas with other development agencies.

  • Rikke Johansen

    A friend recommended InterNations for my relocation to Mali. Glad I joined -- settling in Bamako was much easier with the help of fellow expats.

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