Switzerland Guide
Getting used to living in a new country is always a challenge. The Just Landed Guide is designed to help you deal with the day-to-day challenges of living, working or studying in Switzerland. It is full of useful information and step-by-step guides on how things work and how to survive in Switzerland.
- The job market: Job chances for foreigners in Switzerland
- Finding a job: The best way of searching for jobs in Switzerland
- Work permits: Who needs a work permit? And how do you apply for it?
- Job applications: How to impress a Swiss employer
- Qualifications: Recognition of international diplomas and qualifications
- Working: Salaries, working hours and annual leave
- Social security: An introduction to the Swiss social security system
- Unemployment insurance: How to get money if you loose your job
- Old-age insurance: The three pillars of the Swiss pension system
- Accident insurance: How you're covered for accidents at work and at home
- The rental market: Is it hard to find accommodation?
- Getting started: How to prepare your housing search in Switzerland
- Classifieds: Big choice - big competition
- Estate agents: How to deal with paid search services
- Alternative options: Student accommodation and shared flats
- Rental contracts: Notice periods, deposits and house rules
- Household & utilities: What to take care of when moving in
- Introduction: The Swiss telecommunication market
- Public phones: How to make a call on a public phone
- Getting a phone line: How to get a phone line installed at home
- Mobile phones: Mobile operators and networks in Switzerland
- Which deal: What to consider when choosing a mobile calling plan
- Important numbers: Emergency numbers and phone enquiries
- Making a call: Tips on using the telephone in Switzerland
- Internet cafés: Where to go online without a connection at home
- Internet Access: How to get your internet connection at home
- Calling cards: How to save money on international calls
- Choosing: Choosing a prepaid calling card
- How to use: Using an international phonecard