New Delhi, India

By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on Sep 05, 2022

Summary: Expats, digital nomads and retirees talk about what it is really like living in New Delhi, India. They offer advice about meeting people, cost of living, finding a home and more.

What do I need to know before moving to New Delhi?

When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to New Delhi, they said:

"Visit as much as possible. Check if there is a generator and what is connected to generator. For eg it is very important to have air conditioners connected to generator. Ideally, talk with people who have lived there. Is the water supply ok? Is it safe? What kind of neighbours? Any mold risk? Who is paying for the gate guards and what is the deal. Are there quarters for servants and maids?," remarked another expat in New Delhi.

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How do I find a place to live in New Delhi?

We asked expats how they chose their neighborhood and found a place to live. They answered:

"We have lived in Vasant Vihar in SW of the city. We have followed other expatriate colleagues. We have also looked around to see differences between diff zones first," remarked another expat in New Delhi.

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What is a typical expat home or apartment like in New Delhi?

"Apartment in a house. Not necessarily. Bigger budgets lived in fantastic farm houses a bit outside - in the south," said another expat in New Delhi.

What is the average cost of housing in New Delhi?

If you are thinking about moving to New Delhi, cost of living in probably a key consideration. Expats commented about the cost of housing:

"Higher. In my country, for something comparable, maybe we would pay apron 1000 - 1500 eur," explained one expat.

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What should I bring when moving to New Delhi?

People living in New Delhi were asked what three things they wish they had brought and three they wish they had left behind. They wrote:

"I wished i had brought good mattress, good pillows, I should have not brought thick clothes and medicines," explained one expat living in New Delhi.

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