Practical Geneva

Practical information for internationals living in Geneva.

Education & Family Life:

International Networking

Find internationals and expats in Switzerland via several networks in order to take part in local activities, meet other people, obtain information about Geneva to make you feel at home !

A group of women from more than 50 countries, with English as a common bond, whose aim is to develop lasting friendships and explore Geneva and the surrounding area through various events and activities.

A Facebook group for staff, consultants, interns and retirees at the UN and international organizations in Geneva to share information and discuss common interests, both serious and less serious. The group is moderated by the UNOG Staff Coordinating Council.

A non-profit association dedicated to fostering friendship and understanding between women of different nationalities and cultural backgrounds.

GIA is an association of interns working at the UN Geneva, International Organizations, Private Sector, NGOs & CERN in Geneva. GIA is here to help connect you with people and events in Geneva as well as to provide social, professional and academic growth opportunities while in Geneva.

A community of friendly expats & international minded locals, loving doing doing Real Activities with Real People. Based in Geneva, Zurich, Lausanne, Basel, & Bern, providing events, meeting, advice and much more, in English

Studying, working or living in Geneva? Help each other, share your ideas and spread the word about activities, interesting things, networking events, and parties.

A community that brings together expatriates! A high-quality network allows you to obtain the information you need to prepare for your departure to Geneva and your installation there.

Genève Accueil aims to welcome and bring together French and French-speaking people from Geneva and its region to strengthen the bonds of friendship and solidarity between them. Thanks to the commitment of its volunteers, Genève-Accueil will enable you to integrate quickly into society in a friendly and fun environment.

Other useful information for
education and family life in Geneva

Activities for all
Universities
Language courses
Daycare centers

CAGI services

To learn about the practical aspects of daily life in Geneva and the region

Founded by the Swiss Confederation and the Republic and Canton of Geneva, the International Geneva Welcome Centre is the single entry point for the support and integration of employees of International Geneva and their families, NGOs and visiting delegates.