Settling in Switzerland
Prepare your arrival in Switzerland. Everything about the cost of living, house hunting, and the transport system.
Guides on this topic
Buying in Switzerland as a foreigner: the Lex Koller | ibani
Cross-border worker, expat or European living outside Switzerland: who can buy a home in Switzerland without authorisation, quotas by canton, the 2026 reform.
Updated on: 26 October 2026
Swiss health insurance deductible 2027: the break-even | ibani
Deductible of 300 or 2,500, family doctor, HMO or Telmed: the exact care spend at which a high deductible stops paying, and when you may switch.
Updated on: 20 October 2026
Swiss 35% withholding tax: how to get it refunded
Swiss dividends and interest cut by 35%: what a resident recovers, and what a non-resident recovers under their country's tax treaty, country by country.
Updated on: 19 October 2026
Opening a Swiss Bank Account: 2026 Cross-Border Worker Guide
Cross-border worker or resident: how to open a Swiss bank account in 2026. Offers with no non-resident fees, Swiss IBAN, documents and 16 accounts compared.
Updated on: 19 October 2026
Moving to Switzerland: Customs Checklist | ibani
Relocating to Switzerland: FOCBS customs, permits, KVG/LAMal, vehicles, the 10M Switzerland vote, and how to transfer your funds without hidden fees.
Updated on: 19 October 2026
Moving to Switzerland with a Pet: Vet Rules | ibani
Microchip, rabies vaccine, EU pet passport, customs and AMICUS registration: all the 2026 veterinary rules to move to Switzerland with your dog, cat or ferret.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Moving to Switzerland from Singapore: Visa, Study and Work
Expert guide for Singaporean citizens: visa exemption, immigration procedures, study permits, obtaining a work permit, and settling in Switzerland.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Moving to Switzerland: your first 30 days | ibani
B permit, registration (14 days), rent deposit and LAMal (3 months from registration): the step-by-step admin checklist for new expats in Switzerland in 2026.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Swiss Rent Guarantee: How to Block Funds from Abroad in 2026
2026 Guide for expats: how to open and fund a Swiss rent guarantee account from Europe while limiting the cost of exchange.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Importing Your Vehicle to Switzerland: Taxes, Customs, Plates
Importing a car to Switzerland: exemption (form 18.44), import taxes, inspection report 13.20 A, vehicle inspection and Swiss license plates.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Guide to Transport in Geneva 2026: Optimize Your Commute | ibani
Cross-border worker or newcomer to Geneva? Transport solutions for 2026 (Léman Express, TPG passes covered for young people under conditions, bikes).
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Renting an Apartment in Switzerland: The Ultimate Guide | ibani
Discover how to build the perfect rental application to rent an apartment in Switzerland in 2026. Real estate websites, students, debt register, and deposit.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Swiss Naturalisation 2026: Steps and Requirements | ibani
C permit, 10 years of residence, B1 speaking, cantonal test, fees: every step of Swiss naturalisation in 2026, from filing your file to the passport.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Swiss Residence & Work Permits (B, C, G, L): 2026 Guide | ibani
Permit B, C, G or L: which Swiss residence or work permit do you need in 2026? Conditions, procedures, taxation and salary management.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Leaving Switzerland: the 2026 departure checklist | ibani
Leaving Switzerland in 2026: departure notification, 2nd pillar, OASI, 3rd pillar, C permit. Four decisions must be made before you go. The full timeline.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Getting Married in Switzerland as a Foreigner: 2026 Guide | ibani
Preparatory procedure, legalised documents, lawful residence, a three-month window and real costs: how to marry in Switzerland as a foreigner in 2026, tax included.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Relocating and Living in Switzerland: The 2026 Expert Guide
Complete and updated guide to moving to Switzerland: residence permits (SEM), cost of living (FSO), mandatory insurance (KVG/LAMal), and financial optimization.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Wealth tax in Switzerland: what is taxed, canton by canton
Who pays wealth tax in Switzerland, on what, and how much by canton. Euro accounts, property abroad, 2nd pillar, crypto: what you must declare in 2026.
Updated on: 28 September 2026
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