Learn tips and tricks for a good life in Romania, how to work and connect with locals, or how to (re)start your career as an expat or re-pat in this country, after checking out special offers and discounts tailored for internationals and expats. Then enjoy a massage, get some handcrafted Romanian souvenirs, have your picture taken at the special photo booth, and learn about a unique historic building in a less known part of Bucharest, while getting ready for a fun networking party in the evening.

Enjoy all these, and much more, at Bucharest's first Expat Fair on October 3, organized by City Compass Group. Bring your kids along - you will learn how to choose the best school for them, and they will have lots of fun in the two kids’ corners: they can play in an inflatable playground provided by AGS Movers and enjoy face painting, balloon art workshops and more provided by Divertiland.

It is a one of a kind opportunity to learn new things and meet people who can help you integrate smoothly, and enjoy Romania! Get ready for an insightful event that integrates a fair, workshops and networking opportunities!

Whether you are new in Romania or have been here for a while you will enjoy the workshops we have prepared for you. You can learn more from the American International School of Bucharest (AISB) about how to choose a school for your children, from AmCham about what to expect when working with Romanians, from PwC about immigration and tax requirements for expats coming to Romania, from Scoala de Valori about  how to contribute to the society whilst you are here and you can get insights from a headhunter from Transearch about (re)starting your career in Romania. The City Compass Group will give you tips and tricks about living in Romania and will organise a panel with experienced expats. Read more here.

As you walk around the venue The Ark, make sure you check out the exclusive offers prepared for you by different partners such as Ametras, Hotel Cismigiu, International School of Bucharest, Park Inn by Radisson Blu, Gosselin Mobility Romania, Nordis, Avis, Deutsche Schule Bukarest, Romanian-American University and Crown Relocations prepared especially for this fair.

Take a break and have a seat in the Hansen Lounge, enjoy a massage by Andrei Simion - wellness certified therapist, taste the amazing pancakes prepared for you by Crêperie d’Amour or be indulged by Bacania Rod with refined homemade Romanian products, pass by the photobooth provided by Smybox and capture a memory, check out some authentic handmade souvenirs for your friends from Art&Craft and make sure you visit the entire building, which is one of the last standing ones after the massive demolitions in the area in the 80s, during the tours offered by The Ark. Also, the City Compass Group is waiting for you in their dedicated corner with a lot of information and inspiration.

An automobile lover, or in search of a car? Automobile Bavaria will display one of their BMW cars at the venue and they will have special offers.

The event is supported by Bucharest Homes, Club Snagov, Regus, Hotel Orizont, Le Carrousel, Mondo Conta Consult, Classy Romania, Nestlers Group, PQB, Grecu & Lawyers, Nomenius, The PR Journal, The Ark, Headvertising, Ensight, IOANID, The International Church of Bucharest, Spoty.com, Kathrin Weident Potography and Mihai Constantineanu Photography and, You can read more about all our partners here. 

You will have the chance to connect with people with similar interests at the event both throughout the day and in the evening during a casual networking session starting with 6 PM. The Ursus Brewery and the Bauer Winery will provide the drinks so make sure you bring the good mood.

For more details about the fair and pre-registration please visit our website. 

About the organizers

At City Compass Group, we love expats. We’ve been helping them feel at home in Romania for over eight years with English-language media, services, organizing brunches and live cooking lessons in Buzau county, customized city tours and team building and offering intercultural consulting.

The founding members of City Compass have relocated to Bucharest themselves and have been working with this community since 2007.

About the venue

Get ready to explore one of the most important historical and cultural areas in Bucharest- the former neighbourhood of Uranus - where the venue for the fair is located. The Ark is a historical building located on the Uranus Street behind the House of People and across the street from the old flower market.

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