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Discover love without borders on an international dating site

by eharmony Editorial Team February 19, 2024

Sometimes local dating can be frustrating. If you’ve been looking in your area for a while, feel like you’ve seen what’s out there and haven’t found anyone who feels right for you, maybe it’s time to explore international online dating.

With the rapid development of international dating sites, connecting with other singles across the world can be as simle as a visit to your next-door neighbor. Let’s dive into how you can create your very own international romance. 

Why so many international singles are linking up

Whether or not you believe in soulmates, you can at least accept that the person you’re meant to be with might not live just round the corner. Dating across borders can open up a world of possibilities you’d never encounter without an international dating site.

With international dating, however, you have to adjust to a new way of connecting with singles, establishing intimacy and overcoming cultural differences. But by exploring your differences you can learn not only how similar we are when it comes to love, but that emotional investment and willingness to learn can be a big part of building a healthy relationship.  

Once you’ve made a strong connection on an international dating site, it can feel like a bigger leap than normal to meet in person. There are both cost and time considerations you won’t find in local dating. That’s why communication is crucial in budding relationships and a great chance to strengthen your bond. Establish your expectations and what motivates you, so that when you do decide to meet up you know what you’re getting into.  

eharmony is your best choice for international dating

For over two decades eharmony has helped people find love all over the world. Our success is down to our unique approach to online dating, where we focus on being the premium international dating site for singles seeking relationships. Our singles are looking for more meaningful and fulfilling connections than the typical international dating app experience. eharmony’s platform and matching system are designed to start you off on the right foot, building on these connections until they flourish into something real and lasting.

See beyond differences with compatibility-based matching

eharmony has a science-based, data-driven approach that’s different from other international dating sites. We use an advanced matching algorithm, developed by psychologists and our relationship experts, and continuously improved over 20 years.

A large user base

We have a large and diverse membership of international singles from across the globe who are seeking an authentic connection. For those looking to date outside their own country, you can be confident that even though your cultures and even languages may differ, who you are on the inside won’t.

How easy is it to join eharmony and start connecting with international singles?

If you’re looking for an international dating site that puts you first and supports you through your relationship journey, here’s how to join eharmony:

1. Discover the real you

eharmony is not just another international dating site – we believe love happens when you find that person who gets you. That’s why everyone starts with our Compatibility Quiz. Your answers help us find the international singles you’re most likely to hit it off with.

Example eharmony compatibility quiz question

2. Complete your profile

The key to successful international online dating starts with your profile. We make this process as enjoyable as possible by having richly detailed profiles that are easy to digest. That’s why eharmony is the dating app with the highest-rated user profiles.

3. Explore international singles

In your Discover list, you’ll find every eharmony member who fits your search criteria. Each member you see will display a Compatibility Score based on how likely you are to hit it off. You can filter who you see based on traits you share (e.g. distance, education, age, non-smoker, wants to have kids etc.) – and you’ll also see what you have in common with each member.

Example singles dating on eharmony
Example first message with a like for a profile on eharmony

4. It all starts with a Like

Not sure how to get the conversation started? We’ve made it easy: if something on a member’s profile catches your eye, just hit Like. You then have the option to add a personalized message. You can hit Like on answers to profile questions, their hobbies or your similarities.

5. Two Likes make a Match

Once you get a Like back, it’s a Match. Congratulations! You can now swap messages and send Icebreakers or react with a Smile to get to know each other better.

Example of a match between a woman and a man

Find your next great international romance today!

If you’re looking for an international dating site that carefully curates your online dating experience, then eharmony is for you. So get out there and find that special person you were meant to be with, wherever they may be. Join eharmony now.

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