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Essential INFOrmation for Living in Switzerland
 Business Services
Employment & Work Permits in Switzerland
Information for the foreign employee in Switzerland: getting a work permit, finding a job, the employment contract, salaries, holidays and the rights of the employee, as well as information and links for the self-employed person. Find out more...
EU Factsheet: Working in Switzerland
Information on the cantons that allow for legally registered same-sex partnerships, the Federal law to legalise same-sex "marriage" throughout Switzerland and the documents needed to go about registering for PaCS. Find out more...
EU Factsheets: Moving to Switzerland
Information directly from the European Union on the practical aspects of moving to Switzerland: residency, moving cars, money, pets, finding a home, finding a school and more. Find out more...
Postal Codes: Switzerland
Posting a letter in Switzerland? The post code numbers for all addresses in all cantons, the towns and villages that make up Switzerland. Find out more...
Unemployment Benefits in Switzerland
Information for a worker in Switzerland who loses their job, is fired or retrenched. Details on where to go and how to register for unemployment benefits. Find out more...
Cars, Bikes & Driving
Car Insurance & Accidents in Switzerland
Information on vehicle and driver insurance available in Switzerland (Third Party, Passenger Insurance, Comprehensive Insurance), what to do when you have a road traffic accident and how to make an accident report for your insurer after a car crash. Find out more...
Driving in Switzerland
An overview of the rules of the road, road tax, parking, speed limits, parking, breakdowns and emergencies and other aspects important to a driver in Switzerland. Find out more...
Driving in the Alps: Ice & Snow
Some handy tips on safety when heading to the Alpine hills in winter, with useful information and links to essential weather and snow report websites. Find out more...
Green Card System
Also known as the International Motor Insurance Certificate, this is an internationally recognised document (in countries in which the Green Card is valid) and acts as recognisable proof of third party car insurance in case of road accident while abroad. Find out more...
Registering a Foreign Vehicle in Switzerland
The information you need if importing a new or used car or motorcycle to Switzerland. Find out more...
Understanding French Road Signs in Switzerland
What does that word mean? Where must I turn? A handy jargon guide to some of the terminology you will see in French on road signs in Geneva and across the border into France. Find out more...
Community Life
Daylight Savings Time
The clocks change twice a year. Find out when, and how Switzerland's time relates to the rest of the world. Find out more...
Lost and Stolen Credit Cards & Mobile Phones in Switzerland
What to do and where to call if your credit cards or telephones are lost or stolen in Switzerland. Find out more...
Voting in Switzerland
Information on who may vote in regional, cantonal elections and referendums in Switzerland and how to register as a voter and where and when to make your cross. Find out more...
Voting in the Australian Federal Elections
The absentee ballot: How to register and make your vote from overseas in the Australian Federal Election. Find out more...
Voting in the UK General Elections
Everything the expatriate British citizen needs to know about voting in the General Elections - the key facts and contact details are all here.
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Voting in the US Presidential Elections
The absentee ballot: How to register and make your vote from overseas in the Primary, run-off, special elections and general elections in the United States of America Find out more...
Computers & Technology
Telephones & Internet in Switzerland
Essential contact information for landline telephones, mobile cellular phones and Internet connections for private, domestic or business use in Switzerland, as provided by national telecommunications supplier, Swisscom. Find out more...
Entertainment & Arts
Television & Radio in Switzerland
Getting to grips with TV standards, understanding where and how to pay the radio and TV licence fees, and what's available to the TV viewer in Switzerland or across the border in France. Find out more...
Family Life & Living in Switzerland
Death & Dying in Switzerland
Information on how to proceed if you need to report the death of a family member. Also information on the repatriation of remains for a burial or cremation outside Switzerland. Find out more...
Essential Animal Information for Pets in Switzerland
Information on the rules that apply to dog owners in Switzerland, the dangers to animals, what to do if a pet is lost or found and contact information on the various animal refuges and SPAs in the country. Find out more...
EU Factsheets: Living in Switzerland
Information from the EU on taxes, the cost of living, the health and education systems, the cultural and private lives and... shopping in Switzerland. Information relevant to any foreigner moving to or thinking of living in Switzerland. Find out more...
EU Factsheets: Switzerland
Information directly from the European Union on the practical aspects of moving to and living in Switzerland: residency, finding a home, a school and a job, Swiss social security and more. Find out more...
Getting Married in Switzerland
Information on the Swiss marriage process for foreigners - American, Australian, UK and other European Union citizens - wanting to have their wedding in Switzerland. What to expect, where to go and the documents required for the legal process. Find out more...
Moving with Pets & Animals to Switzerland
Information on taking your pet dogs or cats to Switzerland, with details on the vaccinations and documents required by the Swiss Veterinary Officers at the borders or airport. Find out more...
Registered Partnerships & Same-Sex Marriage in Switzerland
Information on the cantons that allow for legally registered same-sex partnerships, the Federal law to legalise same-sex "marriage" throughout Switzerland and the documents needed to go about registering for PaCS. Find out more...
Financial & Legal
Foreign Exchange & Property Purchase
Information on how best to make your money work for you when buying overseas property in a foreign currency: how market fluctuations can affect the price you pay, and how to protect your finances during the currency transfer. Find out more...
Foreign Exchange Options
A guide to how the money markets works with information on various currency transfer options available if you need to exchange US Dollars, Pound Sterling, or any other currency for Swiss Francs - whether in a single transfer or on a regular basis. Find out more...
Glossary of Foreign Exchange Terminology
Jargon guide to the various terms used in currency conversion market; the meaning of terms such as: Stop loss order, Rollover, Floating exchange rate. If you don't understand your bank or broker, perhaps the answer is here. Find out more...
Residency Permit in Switzerland
Information on applying for residency and a permit to work in Switzerland, for both EU and non-EU citizens. Where and how to make the application and the documentation required. Find out more...
Retail Banking: Switzerland
Information on opening a Swiss bank account - what documents to provide - the credit and debit cards, payment methods cheques and more. Find out more...
Wills & Inheritance Law in Switzerland
The key information you need regarding inheritance law and will-making in Switzerland. Find out more...
Food & Drink
Foods of Switzerland
Cheese fondue, chocolate - certain foods spring to mind at the thought of Switzerland; but that's not all that is on offer. Find out about other local specialities. Find out more...
Wines of Switzerland
Switzerland produces some of the world's finest wine, with little of it being exported. Living in the Geneva region makes for an excellent opportunity to sample the local varieties: Chasselas from Neuchatel and Geneva, Chablais from Montreaux and more. Find out more...
Health, Beauty & Fitness
E112 Form: Obtaining Medical Treatment in Other EU Countries
Information on the E112 form for EU residents seeking medical treatment in another EU country. Where to obtain the form, when it's required, how it's different from a European Health Insurance Card and what kind of care is covered. Find out more...
EU Factsheets: Social Security in Switzerland
EU Factsheets on the social security and employee protection and allowances for the Swiss employee. Includes information on maternity insurance, life insurance and unemployment benefits. Find out more...
European Health Insurance Card
Launched June 2004, the "Health Card" is for European residents to use to access medical resourses in the EEA and Switzerland when travelling outside of their country of residence. Find out more...
Termination of Pregnancy/Abortion in Switzerland
Information on who to contact and how to proceed in the event of an unwanted pregnancy in Switzerland. Find out more...
House & Home Improvements
Electricity & Home Appliances
Information on the domestic power available, wall socket plugs and voltage of kitchen and living room (fridges, TVs) appliances in Switzerland. Find out more...
Leaving Switzerland & Moving On
Information on what to do when moving from Switzerland; including notifying schools and residency officials, closing bank accounts, ending contracts for utilities and insurance, exporting cars and moving pets.
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Property & Real Estate
Buying a House or Property in Switzerland
If you are looking to buy property in the cantons of Switzerland - whether as your main residence, a second home or as an investment property, AngloINFO has a great deal of information available to help you. Find out more...
Shopping & Style
Conversion Tables
Imperial/American to Metric (Fahrenheit to Celsius/centigrade) conversions for length and area, air, body and oven temperatures, and US to UK to Euro clothing conversion tables. Find out more...
Furniture, Hardware & Appliance Shops in Switzerland
Swiss chain stores that supply the basic furniture, home furnishings (curtains, carpets, cushions) white goods and electrical appliances (fridges, stoves, kettles, washing machines and tumble dryers, dishwashers, TVs and computers) and DIY for your home Find out more...
Sport & Leisure
Fishing in Switzerland
Information on fishing in the fresh water rivers of the rivers and lakes of Switzerland, with information on permits, the environment and contact information for fishing organisations and authorities. Find out more...
Golf in Switzerland
Information for the golfer on golfing in Switzerland: the clubs, facilities and golf organisations. With information on calculating a handicap for a Swiss course and some information on clubs in the Zurich and Geneva areas. Find out more...
Hunting in Switzerland
Information on hunting in Switzerland: it is regulated on a cantonal basis; permits are issued to authorised people only, allowing them to hunt during the season in restricted areas. Note: hunting is prohibited in the Geneva canton. Find out more...
Safety in the Snow
Information and practical tips on safety and regulations that apply to skiing, snowboarding or participating in any other winter sports: the 10 FIS Rules for Conduct, the meaning of avalanche flag warnings and more. Find out more...
Travel & Tourism
Airport Hand Baggage Security Rules
Since 2006 airport security rules have been tightened with regard to passengers' handbaggage and items (liquids and electronic equipment) that may be taken onboard. See this page for the current restrictions on flights in the EU, UK, US, and more. Find out more...
Chartering an Aircraft
Information on the process - and benefits - of private aircraft charter for business or family travel, with details on passports and visas, baggage limitations, itineraries and the choice of destinations and how to book a charter for an emergency flight. Find out more...
CIA Facts & Figures: Switzerland
The core information on the people and their history, geography, politics, military, economy and statistics everyone needs to know about Switzerland, supplied by the CIA. Find out more...
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AngloINFO in Switzerland
AngloINFO is the local online information source for living in, or moving to Switzerland. It provides you with the information you need from
all the laws, rules and regulations you have to satisfy, to the places and events that most help you enjoy
a Swiss lifestyle.
In 2006, AngloINFO launched its first website in Switzerland, AngloINFO Geneva,
serving the country's French-speaking region - Geneva, Vaud, Jura and Neuchatel - and the parts of neighbouring France (France voisine),
where many expatriates who work in Geneva actually live. AngloINFO Zürich followed in 2009.
With its three official languages (French, German and Italian), Switzerland is almost like three countries in one. There are certainly
striking differences between the German-speaking north, the Italian-speaking south and the French-speaking West - and they more than just linguistic.
With powerful business, financial and diplomatic centres in Zürich and Geneva together with mountain scenery of unrivalled splendour, there are many
reasons why people decide to live in Switzerland, both business and lifestyle.
Whatever your reason for choosing Switzerland as your home, AngloINFO's unequalled English-language information and interaction can provide
you with the tools you need to smooth your move and enhance your life in Switzerland.
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