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  • Meet Norwegians in the Philippines

  • Get information in our Philippines guide

  • Join exciting events and activities

  • Exchange tips about expat life in the Philippines

  • Jacques Paillard

    All expatriates in my company joined InterNations because it really helped me get accustomed to my new life in Manila.

InterNations – Bringing Together Norwegians Living in the Philippines

Interested in meeting fellow Norwegians in the Philippines? Are you looking for trustworthy advice and tips on expat life from your Norwegian countrymen? Or would you like to discover landmarks such as Gitnang Luzon, the "Rice Bowl of the Philippines" with other Norwegian expatriates?

No matter if you already are an expat in the Philippines or still finishing your preparations for your relocation back home in Norway, InterNations the Philippines offers everything you are looking for: our trusted network is the most popular international platform for expats and global minds from all over the world. Of course, we also have a number of Norwegian expats in the Philippines among our members, coming from various regions all over Norway - from Tromsø, over Oslo to Bergen.

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!

Meet other Norwegians at our events in the Philippines

Attend our monthly events and activities for Norwegians expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

Hi everyone! 👋 Ready for an awesome night out? Let's explore Manila's coolest historical spots – Luneta Park and Intramuros – under the stars! ✨ We're doing a night walking tour, and it's going
Dec 28, 2024, 11:30 AM
37 attendees
Happy Holidays! Guess what? We’re hosting a year end party at Elks Club, and you're invited! Mark your calendars for December 28, from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM. As the year draws to a close, we invite yo
Jan 4, 2025, 11:30 AM
16 attendees
Guess what? We’re hosting a fabulous Meet & Greet at the chic Society Lounge in Makati City, and you're invited! Mark your calendars for January 4, from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM. Picture this: an elegant
Jan 18, 2025, 11:30 AM
4 attendees
We are excited to invite you to Makati Shangri-La, and we will be at the Sage Bar this time ! Join us in the evening, starting at 6:30 pm and continuing until 10 pm, for what promises to be an encha

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    From Norway, living in Manila
  • Community Member
    From Norway, living in Manila
  • Community Member
    From Norway, living in Manila
  • Community Member
    From Norway, living in Manila
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    From Norway, living in Manila

Meet other Norwegians in the Philippines

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.

Find other Norwegians to share your hobbies with

Get Tips and Info on Life in the Philippines from Norwegian Expats

Being an expat in the Philippines means much more than packing your belongings and taking care of paperwork. Keeping in touch with your Norwegian compatriots is a big part of the expat experience and can help you understand the Filipino people and their culture better. With InterNations, meeting other Norwegians in the Philippines is a breeze, no matter if you are in Cebu, Manila, Davao or any other expat magnet across the country. Just take our network of Norwegians in Manila, for example.

If you are in the mood to speak your mother tongue again, to learn about the best spots to shop for Norwegian food, or to discuss your favorite sports team’s latest match, join the Norwegian InterNations Community:

  • In our huge expat network, you can easily find like-minded expatriates from Norway.
  • Our the Philippines Expat Forums are a great place to share experiences and advice – for example how to find a nanny speaking your language or where to get lutefisk in Manila...
  • The InterNations Places database for the Philippines helps you find institutions like the nearest Norwegian embassy.

From Gitnang Luzon, the "Rice Bowl of the Philippines" to the shores of Manila Bay, we’ll get you in touch with helpful and friendly Norwegian expats in the Philippines.

Meet Fellow Norwegians in the Philippines at Our Many Expat Activities

Participating in our regular expat events and activities in the Philippines is another wonderful advantage of your membership. Our events cater to virtually all interests, ranging from a nice dinner with your fellow expats to enjoy some famous halo-halo, the Philippines’s national dish, to large expat get-togethers with hundreds of guests in some of Manila’s most exclusive locations. Looking for a weekend getaway? Simply join one of our expat excursions with a group of fellow Norwegians in Manila and discover 2000-year-old rice terraces, the country's summer capital at Baguio, and other impressive landmarks across the Philippines.

Our events and activities are a great way of meeting fellow expats from Norway and all around the globe in a casual atmosphere. Does this sound interesting to you? Then sign up for membership and you’ll hear a heartfelt Velkomen from our Norwegians living in the Philippines!