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If you’re wondering how to navigate the challenges of life abroad, you’re not alone. Join InterNations and connect with a community of like-minded expats in South Africa! You’ll find many ways to network, socialize, and make new international friends.

Don’t miss a variety of welcoming online and in-person events. Join groups to pursue your hobbies — from sports to music, there’s something for everyone With InterNations, you’ll quickly feel at home wherever life takes you.

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  • Elias Jaber

    Due to my children, I was reluctant to move to Durban for my job, but fortunately, I found some other expats with kids soon.

Get to Know Durban's Community of Expatriates!

Siya namkela nonke, welkom, isibingelelo and a heartwarming welcome to our community for Durban expats! InterNations is a private network, here to help you adapt and enjoy life in Durban, South Africa. Get to know like-minded expats online on our platform and in our friendly forums, where you can ask a variety of questions, such as "what are the best schools in Durban?" and "where are the prettiest areas to live?", as well as offline at local events organized by InterNations members.

With InterNations, you never stand alone. Whether you are moving to another country or going on a business trip somewhere — our communities around the world are there to make you feel at home wherever you are. Feel free to also check out our other vibrant InterNations Communities like the ones in Singapore or Dubai.

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  • Moving Back to Durban
    1 reply
    Mar 24, 7:18 PM
    Community member

    Hi Wade, Ballito is not a bad choice, if you don't mind the 'beach holiday town' feel and the 6-monthly 'invasion' of tourists from inland and students during Rage (December). To buy a decent house …

  • Diabetics type 1 in South Africa
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    Jan 9, 12:02 AM
    Community member

    I would not worry too much. I would advise you to take a private medical scheme (eg. Netcare). I have no real experience, but probably they have programmes for expats. Netcare's clinics are very …

  • possible move to durban
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    Sep 2, 9:49 PM
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    hi there, glad to hear ur moving here, im not debs but i can sure assist if u need anything, durban is an awesome place to live, if u consider nearby shopping centres schools,universities and ever …

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Embark on Your New Life in Durban

Durban is home to a diverse lifestyle and culture; it's a vibrant urban environment with breathtaking scenery and friendly people. The center of Durban has a busy, exciting atmosphere with hundreds of things going on at once, perfect for the active expat seeking an all-encompassing experience of Africa. For those looking for a more relaxed lifestyle, the beaches and suburbs of Durban are home to beautiful scenes and fantastic places to eat. The city is soaked in a fascinating history, with Nelson Mandela casting his first ever vote as a free man in Durban in 1994. It is home to the world's tallest bungee swing and the world's oldest, largest ultra-marathon, knows as the Comrades Marathon. The adventurous city is also home to plenty of diving, surfing, and shopping opportunities, with something to suit every type of expat. South Africa is often seen as a potentially dangerous country, but Durban is one of its safest cities and has excellent private security.

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

InterNations: The Easiest Way to Grow Your Expat Network in Durban

Find out more from experienced expats by asking questions in our forum, such as the best places to eat or the most affordable areas of Durban, while sharing your hobbies and interests to carry them on in international expat life with the InterNations Durban Groups. Get involved with get-togethers, exploring a wide range of interests, and don't forget to make the most of the official events organized by InterNations to meet expats from across the world.

  • Elias Jaber

    Due to my children, I was reluctant to move to Durban for my job, but fortunately, I found some other expats with kids soon.

  • Johanna S. Mattikanen

    As a trailing spouse on InterNations, I was happy to get involved in some community work with other expats in Durban.

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