As a digital nomad, you will often find yourself alone in a foreign land with no friends or help to speak of. But don’t despair just yet. Larger cities are home to many digital nomad groups that meet online and in person. They can help you understand the administration better, network, or even find friends. So here are the best digital nomad groups in Lisbon you should absolutely join.
Offline digital nomad groups in Lisbon
Having offline contact with other people from the digital nomad community is important both for your career opportunities as well as your well-being. After all, these are people who live a life that’s very close to your own.
The first group you should join is the Lisbon Digital Nomads on Meetup. They do just about everything from night runs, meet-ups, evening drinks, English standups, and talks on aspects of digital nomad life like sales and communication. This place will be perfect for just about any digital nomad.
Another great opportunity is the Degens Hangouts happening every Wednesday between 7 and 12 p.m. in the Tiles Bar on Rua de S. Paulo. The event focuses on networking between digital nomads as well as blockchain enthusiasts. But you can also just hang out here, eat tapas and relax.
There are also tons of courses you can enjoy like the Virtual Speaking Masterclass, Startups: Understanding Lean Startups vs. Design Thinking vs. Agile, or New Wave of Heroines which aims to connect not just diverse workers but also activists and artists. There’s tons to do for just about anyone and you’ll meet many people doing it.
Online digital nomad groups in Lisbon
Online groups can be a lifesaver. Moving to a new country can mean tons of new opportunities but also responsibilities that you might not know about ahead of time. Asking online can be one of the best ways to get information quickly.
Lisbon Digital Nomads actually have a Facebook page where people meet in the comments, but it is not the most socializing-orientated place. A better place for socializing online is the Lisbon Digital Nomads and Expats Facebook group. Here, you can look for accommodation and job openings, ask questions or look up upcoming events. People here will even help you with your visa. It is one of the best places to be and its 37 thousand members think so too.
The last two places we want to recommend are the Lisbon Nomads, a group that sometimes has offers on work or accommodation (however, the moderation of the groups leaves something to be desired, so take it with a grain of salt), and Digital Nomads & Entrepreneurs in Portugal, Madeira & Azores. The latter group organizes events, meetups, business talks, and more so they’re definitely worth your time. Overall, the online digital nomad community has a lot to offer so don’t miss out.
