A friendship city or friendship cities relationship is often formed by cities as a "stepping stone" to a more formal "sister city" agreement. Friendship City relationships can help communities explore compatibility and develop the expertise and resources needed to maintain consistent programming.
Typically, friendship city agreements are referred to as such in the formal documents that are signed. Whereas sister city relationships require approval from both cities' respective city councils, friendship city Agreements can be made between mayors through a "Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)" that endorses the link between the municipalities.
The City of San Antonio enjoys friendship city relationships with cities worldwide. Friendship cities offer unique opportunities to explore partnerships with residents in foreign communities.
In addition to our friendship cities, San Antonio maintains official sister city relationships that allow communities to explore partnerships before entering into formal agreements.
Learn about our friendship city, established 2011.
Learn about our friendship city, established 2019.
Learn about our friendship city, established 2024.
Learn about our friendship city, established 2025.