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Living in Switzerland

Living in Switzerland

With your permits and paperwork in order, somewhere to call home, and a few words of Swiss German (or Swiss French) under your belt, you’re ready to start really settling into life in the alpine nation.

Whether it’s time to start a family, switch careers, buy a house, or just get exploring, here are all the key components of living in Switzerland. 

 

Get your finances in order

Take your career to the next level

Integrate

Start a family

Buy a house

Explore and enjoy

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Apr 09-Aug 17, 2025
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Apr 13-Sep 28, 2025
Various locations in Switzerland
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Apr 25-Sep 09, 2025
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