International Student Guide Switzerland
Everything you need to know to settle and study in Switzerland as a foreign student.
Guides for International Students
Student Health Insurance Switzerland Guide | ibani
Don't pay full price! Expert guide for international students: how to get the LAMal exemption and save up to 3,000 CHF per year on your health insurance.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Ibani Champion: Automate your Swiss bill payments | ibani
Discover how to use ibani to automatically pay your LAMal/KVG or Swiss bills directly from your CHF salary, in automatic or manual exchange mode.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Swiss Scholarships for International Students 2026 | ibani
ESKAS grants, EPFL and ETH Zurich fellowships, cantonal aid: who actually qualifies on a student permit, how much they pay in 2026 and when to apply.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
International Student Budget in Switzerland 2026 (EPFL, ETHZ)
Discover the real monthly budget of a foreign student in Switzerland (EPFL, ETHZ, Universities), the cost of living, and how to avoid international bank fees.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Internship Contract and Agreement in Switzerland 2026: the guide
Internship agreement or employment contract in Switzerland? Code of Obligations framework, mandatory clauses, tripartite agreement, probation.
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
Paid Internship in Switzerland 2026: Permit, Salary, Tax | ibani
Paid internship in Switzerland: work permit (L or notification), 2026 intern salary, LAMal, source tax and how to repatriate your CHF salary.
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
Opening a Swiss Student Bank Account: Free Options (2026)
Students in Switzerland or cross-border: our 2026 comparison of the best banks and neobanks (UBS, Yuh, BCV). Avoid hidden fees, find a free offer.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Paying Tuition Fees in Switzerland from Abroad: The 2026 Guide
Student at EHL, EPFL, or UNIL? Discover how to pay your tuition fees in Switzerland without losing money on bank fees and exchange rates.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Swiss Student Residence Permit (B / L): 2026 Guide | ibani
Complete 2026 guide for international students in Switzerland: procedures, financial proof, obtaining and renewing B and L permits.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Student Residences in Switzerland: Application Deadlines | ibani
FMEL, Ciguë, WOKO, APARTIS: when to apply for a Swiss student residence, the real waiting times city by city, and the tips that actually secure a room.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
Convert Student B Permit to Work Permit CH | ibani
Expert guide for foreign graduates in Switzerland. Procedures, legal conditions (FNIA), and deadlines for converting a student B permit to a work permit.
Updated on: 30 September 2026
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