Groups & clubs in Switzerland | Expat community

The American International Club of Zurich was founded in 1957 and provides a non-political, international networking forum for members of all nationalities. Regardless of age, gender, nationality or profession, members enjoy the candid openness and positive, friendly atmosphere that is so inherent in North American culture, and enjoy spending time with other like-minded people to fully benefit from and enrich the experience of living in Switzerland.

Founded in 1963, the English Speaking Club of Zurich started out as a group of people who simply wanted to speak English together. Today, the club organises frequent and interesting activities designed for both expats and locals.

Founded nearly 100 years ago, the American Women’s Club of Zurich is a large community for English speakers of all nationalities. The group offers a myriad of different activities, from home skills and languages to social events designed to boost your friend group in the city.

The Indian Association of Greater Zurich is focused on hosting and bringing expats and locals together, regardless of nationality. They aim to provide a platform for the expat community through its fusion of seasonal and typical Indian celebrations.

A thriving social group with over 400 members, the Zurich International Women’s Association offers English-speaking social events to women of all nationalities. ZIWA offers everything from events to interest groups.

The AIC is focused on creating an interconnected community of expats in Geneva and the wider Lac Léman region. They pride themselves on offering engaging social events, workshops and information sessions.

Geneva EXPATS is a platform where internationals can share information, interact and meet with other members of the community. It also serves as a hub of information about how to live in the city.

Centrepoint offers its members regular English-language integration classes in Basel. They also provide a variety of outdoor activities, excursions, workshops and social events, where all nationalities are welcome.

BaselConnect is a platform which supports interaction between expats and locals in the city. They do this by offering frequent language sessions, workshops and meet and greets. 

Formerly the International Club of Lausanne, The International Friends is a platform to help expats organise, host and attend events and tours in English. Activities are organised monthly.

Connecting English-speaking women of all nationalities through engaging social, sporting and charitable events, the International Women’s Club of Lausanne has been a staple of expatriate life in and around Lausanne since 1968.

Since 1978, the English Speaking Club of Bern has been a meeting point for English speakers. Through their own bar, they put on a range of social activities perfect for networking with other internationals.

The British Residents’ Association of Switzerland (BRA) offers numerous cultural, recreational and social events for British, Commonwealth and Irish citizens. The group is active throughout Switzerland, with six distinct regions.

The Anglo-Swiss Club is a social club open to people of all nationalities who want to connect with other English speakers. They put on regular events and meetups throughout the year.

The International Women's Club of Lucerne is a community of English-speaking women who put on a wide range of activities and social events for expats. People from over 20 different nationalities attend their regular meetings.

A group which welcomes people from across the St. Gallen region, the Anglo-Swiss Circle puts on regular talks, visits and social events designed to get expats connected to other internationals and locals.

Founded in 1967, the Zug International Women’s Club promotes social and professional connections among English speakers. The club is an ideal place to connect with like-minded female expats.

Open to men of all ages, the International Men’s Club of Zug serves the English-speaking community in the city. The club has a regular “Stammtisch” evening every week, alongside a summer party and other ad hoc events.

LIONS Fest is a Zurich-based international community connecting young corporate professionals through curated experiences that blend premium nightlife, culture, and networking. Launched in 2024, it brings together 400+ guests per event in five-star venues with top DJs, while expanding beyond parties into conferences, wellness, and cultural experiences.