As of January 1st 2021, Switzerland will enforce the following driving rules: Highways: Overtaking on the right: During traffic jams, accidents or slow downs it will now be allowed to overtake on the right lane, but only as part of the traffic flow. Going into […]
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Buy your own copy of our Settling in Lucerne book. This book was 18 months in the making, and it is by far the most comprehensive guide to Living in Lucerne in book form. Move, Work, Live & Play are the four categories we explore,
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With salaries higher than in most countries, Switzerland seems like the dream destination where it will be easy to live a life of luxury. Unfortunately the reality is not quite so simple and the high cost of living often puts an end to people’s dreams
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We know that one of the first cultural shock when moving to Switzerland is working out how to pay for things, so we thought we would explain the Swiss monetary system.
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Moving to a new country requires more than just bringing and unpacking your belongings. Dr. Brandi Eijsermans and Charlie Hartmann discuss the process and offer useful tips. What are some issues faced by immigrants and expats settling down in a new country? CHANGE: of culture,
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Immigration is on the rise, whereas 5 years ago the wave of immigrants came from war torn regions now we are seeing an ever more mobile world population by choice. People choose to immigrate for a variety of reason, be it work, personal or simply
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Tenancy Regulations in Switzerland In Switzerland, two out of three people live in rented flats. We would like to provide you with an overview of the regulations to be aware of when entering into a rental contract. Rental Contract Generally, anyone interested in renting a
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Welcome, Herzlich Willkommen and Grüezi in your new home, Switzerland! It’s amazing, right? The beautiful landscape of mountains and lakes, the old cobblestone roads and, not to mention, the fresh cakes and bread at the bakery. In all its beauty and charm it can also
Renting versus Buying Homes in Switzerland In some countries there is nothing more normal than buying a house, doing it up and selling it for a profit a couple of years down the road, this way of thinking is completely foreign to Swiss cultures where
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It happens over and over again, I meet people who have moved here to join their partner, been here for a few weeks and are so down because they haven’t had any job interviews and feel like they are losing their sense of self-worth. My
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