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  • Exchange tips about expat life in Switzerland

  • Andrey Vasilyev

    I was able to connect with other expats in Zurich who enjoy cycling as much as I do and organize weekly rides.

InterNations – Uniting Turks living in Switzerland

Would you like to get in touch with other Turks in Switzerland? Are you in need of help and advice from your Turkish compatriots? Or would you like to join other Turkish expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. the mountain resort of Zermatt?

Whether you have settled as an expat in Switzerland or are still living in Türkiye and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, InterNations Switzerland offers everything you need: Established in 2007, our trusted community soon became the leading platform for international networking among expatriates and global minds around the world. Our network also counts a considerable number of Turkish expats in Switzerland, coming from all corners of Türkiye - from Ankara, over Istanbul to Antalya.

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Meet other Turks at our events in Switzerland

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

Hey Karaoke Fans! We found another karaoke event before the year end in a sweet town nearer to Geneva than Lausanne. Looking for some adventure? How about our Geneva-based friends – can you join us
Dec 20, 2024, 9:00 PM
6 attendees
Another great night with DJ Claudio Matteo at Atlantis Must be at least 40 to enter (or look older than you are 🤪) You can buy tickets at the door
Dec 21, 2024, 9:30 AM
1 attendee
Join us for an exhilarating one-day ski day at Anzère Station. We’ll spend the day enjoying the slopes, the fresh mountain air, and the company of fellow adventurers. We’ll cap off the day with warm d
Dec 21, 2024, 9:30 AM
11 attendees
Arosa-Lenzerheide ski area looks most promising right now; let's hope it will get even better till the next weekend so we can finally hit the slopes! - Join whatsapp and confirm you are coming (and s

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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.

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Find Tips and Advice on Switzerland from Turkish Expats

Of course, expat living in Switzerland is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Turks is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the Swiss way of life and mentality. InterNations helps you connect and meet up with other Turks in Switzerland, residing in Zurich, Geneva, Bern and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Turks in Zurich or Turks in Geneva.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for Turkish food or discuss your favorite sports team's latest match, become a member of the Swiss InterNations Community:

  • Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from Türkiye in Switzerland.
  • Obtain and share insider tips in our Switzerland Expat Forums – e.g. how to hire a babysitter fluent in your native tongue for your children or where to get köfte in Geneva.
  • Search the InterNations Places database for Switzerland to get information on institutions from your home country, including the Turkish embassy.

From the mountain resort of Zermatt to Interlaken, the outdoor and action sports capital of Switzerland, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Turkish expats in Switzerland.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Turks in Switzerland

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in Switzerland. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional Swiss rösti, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Zurich’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see the pleasant waterfront of Lake Lugano as well as other beautiful landmarks in Switzerland.

Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from Türkiye and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Merhaba from our Turks living in Switzerland!

  • Andrey Vasilyev

    I was able to connect with other expats in Zurich who enjoy cycling as much as I do and organize weekly rides.

  • Elin Gustavson

    At the first InterNations event that I attended, I met my wonderful partner. We now live together in a flat next to the Limmat.

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