Where can I find somewhere to live? Who pays the bill if I have to go to hospital? And which pets are not allowed to live alone in Switzerland? You can find answers to these and other questions about everyday life in Switzerland here. 

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Languages in Switzerland

This content was published on Jul 20, 2022 Jul 20, 2022 Switzerland has four national languages: French, German, Italian and Romansh. English is often used to bridge the divides.

Housing in Switzerland

This content was published on Jul 19, 2022 Jul 19, 2022 Most people in Switzerland live in apartments. The key to finding one that's right for you is knowing how the market works.

Insurance

This content was published on Feb 26, 2019 Feb 26, 2019 Insurance companies in Switzerland offer policies for everything from mandatory health coverage to vehicles and personal liability protection.

Cost of living in Switzerland

This content was published on Mar 12, 2019 Mar 12, 2019 The cost of living in Switzerland is among the highest in the world.

Children and childcare

This content was published on Mar 12, 2019 Mar 12, 2019 Switzerland remains a relatively conservative country, with the mother tending to handle the majority of childcare responsibilities.

Rubbish and recycling

This content was published on May 27, 2020 May 27, 2020 Switzerland is famed for its high recycling rates, and everyone is expected to play their part.

Keeping pets

This content was published on Aug 24, 2018 Aug 24, 2018 Cats are the most common household pets in Switzerland with 1.4 million feline companions ruling the roost in Swiss homes.

Living with disabilities

This content was published on Feb 11, 2019 Feb 11, 2019 Facilities and infrastructure for persons travelling in Switzerland with restricted mobility have greatly improved in recent years.

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