The guide
Settling in Switzerland, topic by topic.
The rules that matter, checked on official websites and explained simply. To find out what applies to your situation, ask Moovy, our AI assistant.
- ResidenceRegistering, deadlines, papers to keep.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- Public services and online portalsWho does what, digital identity, the order of steps.
- Who does what in the Swiss administration, and what formalities should you complete on arrival?
- Tax numberGetting it, before or after you arrive.
- How do you get your AVS number in Switzerland?
- TaxesTax residence, rates, schemes for newcomers.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- HealthcareRegistering, the European Health Insurance Card, the S1 form.
- How do you get LAMal health insurance when you settle in Switzerland?
- Health insurance required for visas and permits: what EU rules ask (short and long stays)
- SchoolEnrolling your children, international schools, childcare.
- How do you enrol your child in school in Switzerland?
- Working for yourselfLegal forms, contributions, VAT, accounting.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- WorkContract, salary, unemployment, recognition of qualifications.
- Working in Switzerland: ORP, probationary period, cantonal minimum wages, working time, holidays and unemployment
- HousingRenting, buying, lease pitfalls.
- Renting or buying a home in Switzerland: lease, 3-month rent guarantee, termination, initial rent and Lex Koller
- BankingOpening an account, what you will be asked for.
- Opening an account in Switzerland, paying in euros from Switzerland and financing a home (mortgage, 2nd pillar)
- Driving licence and carExchanging your licence, registering your car.
- Driving in Switzerland with a European licence, exchanging it within 12 months, registering your car and buying the motorway vignette
- RetirementReceiving your pension, settling as a retiree.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- Customs and daily lifeLanguage, opening hours, manners, what surprises newcomers.
- Everyday life in Switzerland: languages, public holidays, emergency numbers and customs
These guides give the general rules. Your situation can change the answer: Moovy looks at it with you and tells you when you need a professional.
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