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Information for expats in Switzerland

Get your expat adventure off on the right foot, with our detailed guides to all practical aspects of moving to and living in Switzerland: from immigration, integration and taxation to healthcare, social security and family life.

Get your expat adventure off on the right foot, with our detailed guides to all practical aspects of moving to and living in Switzerland: from immigration, integration and taxation to healthcare, social security and family life.

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Residence permitRegistration in SwitzerlandSocial security numberTaxes in SwitzerlandPensions & retirement ageHealth insuranceUnemployment benefitsDriving licence
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ESSENTIALS FOR EXPATS

Immigration & residency
Visa for Switzerland
Residence permit
Relocation services
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Lawyers
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Registration in Switzerland
Money & taxation
Tax advisors
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International money transfers
Banking
Taxes in Switzerland
Tax return
Social security
Social security number
Health insurance
Pensions & retirement age
Unemployment benefits
Family allowance
Transportation
Public transport
Public transport tickets
Taxis
Airports in Switzerland
Buying a car
Car leasing
USEFUL LINKS

Essential providers for expats

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IMG Global Medical Insurance

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