The Local - Switzerland (2 hours ago)

Swiss wages are typically higher than elsewhere in Europe, but how much an executive can expect to earn depends on the industry and the job title itself.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 hours ago)

Switzerland has agreements in place for the nationals of the European Union as well as EFTA countries – Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. But are conditions equal for all?

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The Local - Switzerland (6 hours ago)

Faulty SBB app overcharges commuters; Switzerland is named a global leader in digital competitiveness; and more news in our roundup this Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (22 hours ago)

Among the most controversial political efforts in Switzerland of the past decade, the 'No to 10 million people' anti-immigration initiative is expected to be brought to the ballot box in 2026. What exactly is it aiming for?

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The Local - Switzerland (22 hours ago)

Currently, some universities in Switzerland charge higher tuition of foreign students in comparison to Swiss nationals. But this practice will be abolished.

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

The two supermarket chains, Switzerland's largest, have been competing on prices and assortment for years. Which one is ahead right now?

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

If you have been living in Switzerland for the past 10 years, you have probably seen many changes in that time. Tell us what they are and whether they've meant life in the country has improved or detiorated?

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

Construction workers' strike to disrupt traffic in Geneva today; Zurich residents fight back against rent increases; and more Swiss news in our Monday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

Switzerland's central bank on Friday reported a profit of 12.6 billion Swiss francs ($15.7 billion) for the first nine months of 2025, boosted by soaring gold prices and rising stock markets.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

How foreign nationals are a boost Swiss economy, and a new treaty to allow EU citizens to live in Switzerland with 'no conditions attached' — these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

In many people's minds, the 'land of opportunity' – the place where people have many chances to succeed, achieve their goals, and improve their lives – is associated with the United States. But a new study shows it is actually Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

With its haunted houses and creepy castles, Switzerland can be a really scary place. So if you fancy some hair-raising, nerve-wrecking, skin-tingling moments this Halloween, we have just the thing for you.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Zurich votes to free its streets of large cars; Switzerland is named the world's 'most resilient' country in an international ranking; and more news in our Friday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

After months of uncertainty about the future of night trains, Swiss railway SBB has revealed the details of its upcoming service to Malmö via Copenhagen, departing from Basel.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

Increasingly serious cases of violence are reported on Switzerland's trains, prompting the government to take steps to guarantee the safety of both commuters and staff.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

New Italian helmet law will impact Swiss skiers; government wants to expand the use of Romansh and Italian to other parts of Switzerland; and more news in our roundup this Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

Whether an insurance carrier in Switzerland can turn you down because of chronic illnesses depends on the kind of coverage you are seeking.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

In September, voters in Switzerland approved the abolition of the imputed rental value. This means that this particular tax deduction for property owners will no longer be available, which experts believe could spark a 'renovation boom.'

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

After already nabbing the top spot in another international ranking earlier in 2025, Switzerland has once again been named the most competitive country in the world. What is this small country doing right?

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

The Swiss town of Neuchâtel handed over to South Africa three artefacts that had spent more than a century in one of its museums.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

The border between Geneva and France will shift; Switzerland remains the most competitive country is the word; and other news in our Wednesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

The national airline's winter timetable has just started on October 26th, but SWISS is already announcing its new destinations for the summer, in effect from March 29th to October 24th.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Switzerland has been neutral for the past 500 years. But that didn't stop it from "invading” its tiny neighbour three times in the past 35 years. How did this happen?

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Switzerland is generally a safe country but, depending on your canton of residence, you are more or less likely to have your house burglarised.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

As the right-wing Swiss People's Party (SVP) continues its calls to curb immigration, there's a significant body of research that indicates that Switzerland's economy would not be as strong without the foreign workforce.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Geneva wants to charge for parking spots based on income; fewer people are expected to buy real estate to Switzerland in 2026; and more news in our roundup this Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

If you have been living in Switzerland for the past 10 years, you have probably seen many changes in that time. We would like to know what they are?

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Thanks to an extension of the free movement of persons agreement between Bern and Brussels, EU citizens will have the right of permanent residence in Switzerland after just five years – even if they don't have a job.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Swiss government issued a 'level 3' alert for heavy snowfall and strong winds in some areas on October 27th. What exactly do Switzerland's weather warnings mean and why should you pay attention to them?

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Alert issued for heavy snowfall in some areas of Switzerland; working from home is becoming less popular; and more news in our roundup on Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

The European parliament has adopted a new law making EU-issued driving licences valid for just 15 years, requiring drivers undergo a medical test before renewing.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Whether it's residency requirements or the rules around gaining citizenship, the drift towards the right in many countries in Europe is affecting all foreign residents and creating a hostile environment, experts say.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The climate crisis is hitting Switzerland particularly hard, not least through its rapidly melting glaciers. Why is the country warming faster than most others on earth?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Companies in Switzerland are reluctant to hire workers over the age of 55, a new study has revealed.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Swiss companies are moving some of their jobs abroad, and an MP is calling for better security at Switzerland's border with France — these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

If you live in certain parts of Switzerland, you know it's true: the smell of cows in the winter is often overpowering. Have you ever wondered why that is so?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Skiing in Switzerland will become more expensive this winter; Basel-City switches to another tax system; and more news in our Friday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Numerous retailers in the French-speaking parts of Switzerland have been targeted by thieves from France in recent years, prompting calls for stricter border checks.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Citizens across the European Union will be turning their clocks back an hour this Sunday, but Brussels believes the time has come for the 27-nation bloc to stop the practice once and for all.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The first autumn storm hit Switzerland on Thursday battering parts of the country with heavy rain and gale-force winds, and disrupting the rail network.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Due to the strong franc and the steep US tariffs, many Swiss executives expect local jobs to be relocated to foreign countries.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The storm, named Benjamin, is expected to sweep across Switzerland on Thursday, bringing violent gusts and heavy rain to many regions of the country.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

A number of Swiss jobs could be relocated to foreign countries; automated e-taxis to be tested in Switzerland from December; and more news in our roundup this Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

As every year, the emblem of the Swiss city of Geneva, the Jet d'Eau fountain, will be turned off for five weeks starting October 29th.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

At 0.9210 francs, the euro has reached an unprecedented low against the famously strong franc. What impact will this have on Switzerland's residents?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

If you own a flat (or want to buy one) in a building in Switzerland that is managed by a homeowners' association, there are certain duties and responsibilities you will have. Here's what you should know.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

There are quite a few things to learn and remember when taking an exam for a driver's licence, and it's even more daunting in a foreign language. These are the rules in Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Switzerland will exchange more tax information with the EU; a new app will help patients in medical emergences; and more news in our Wednesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Stiff US tariffs on Switzerland badly hurt the Alpine country's exports in the third quarter, official figures showed Tuesday, with Swiss watchmakers in particular suffering.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

If you are moving to Switzerland, or are newly arrived here, you may be wondering what you will spent most of your salary on. Here are some answers.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

From artisan markets to carrot and onion festivals, November in Switzerland offers something fun for everyone.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Europeans, including Britons, can enter the US without a visa for a short stay, but they must complete a visa waiver, the ESTA, which has recently almost doubled in price.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Cross-border shopping is not as lucrative for Swiss consumers as they believe, a study shows; yet another German train arrives consistently late in Switzerland; and more news in our Tuesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Every year, between 200 and 300 UK nationals come to Switzerland to die. Some of their families are accusing organisers of helping loved ones take their own lives even though if they don't have any serious medical reasons.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The cost of generic drugs in Switzerland remains one of the highest in Europe. Can residents purchase them in other countries to save money?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

More and more Swiss employers are requiring a medical certificate from the employee's first day of absence. However, doctors are not happy about this trend.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

A partnership between Switzerland's national airline SWISS and the federal railways (SBB), which combines train and air travel into a single booking, is offering new connections.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Swiss families priced out of Geneva and forced to live just across the border in France are reeling from another blow: their children are now being elbowed out of Genevan schools.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

On Monday October 20th, Uber drivers working in Switzerland's largest city, Zurich, will refuse to pick up passengers.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Generic drugs are ten times more expensive in Switzerland than in neighbouring countries; record number of refugees are currently in the country; and more news in our roundup on Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Even as governments across Europe toughen immigration policies some states are better than others when it comes to integrating new arrivals, according to a new study.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

MP's warnings about rising crime rate in Switzerland, and concerns about fewer employment opportunities - these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

In international comparisons, Switzerland has always ranked as one of the world's safest countries. But one MP has sounded the alarm bell about the rise in offences saying "criminals don't risk much in Switzerland".

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Economists give a dim outlook for Switzerland's economy; government wants to modernise the emergency alarm system in Switzerland; and more news in our roundup on Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Health insurance premiums in Switzerland will increase by 4.4 percent on average in 2026 – with residents of some cantons paying even more. But a new survey shows where the best deals are.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Motorists in Switzerland are faced with numerous hazards while driving in autumn and winter, with wildlife crossing the road being one of them. But there are certain parts of the country where you have to be more alert.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

National referendums, a key health insurance deadline and a vaccination week are among the important events in Switzerland in November 2025.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

When it comes to borrowing money from a Swiss bank, nationality may play a role in some cases, but not in others. This is what you should know about this process.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Nestlé, the Swiss food giant whose brands include Nespresso coffee and Perrier water, will eliminate 16,000 jobs worldwide over the next two years, its new chief executive said on October 16th.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

There are reports in Switzerland that the popular 'Half-Fare' public transport pass is facing the axe with the introduction of the "My Ride" system in 2027.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

EU regions want to strengthen ties with neighbouring Swiss cantons; consumers increasingly turn to imported chocolate and cheese; and more news in our Thursday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Certain Swiss cities typically attract more newcomers from abroad than others and the latest data reveals which parts of Switzerland have the highest and lowest number of foreigners.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Foreign residents in Switzerland have taken to social media and forums in recent weeks to express their dismay at how difficult it is to find a new job this autumn. Experts, however, suggest there are opportunities.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Switzerland to improve rail connections between Zurich and Winterthur; Swiss fear new world war and other news in our Wednesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Temperatures have dropped in recent days across much of Switzerland, and tenants may be wondering if their homes should already be heated. Here's what you should know.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

When it comes to time spent on public transport or in traffic jams or the cost of a monthly travel pass, not all cities in Switzerland are equal. In some places commuters find it easier and cheaper to get to work.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Visiting Switzerland can be confusing — especially if you are aiming to visit a place that has a very different name in the local language, like Lake Geneva for example.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

It goes without saying that — given how hard it is to find good apartments in Switzerland — you don't want to have a conflict with your landlord. If you can't totally avoid it, then you should at least know how to solve it constructively.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Lufthansa, SWISS airline's parent company, reportedly seeks to centralise more operations in Germany, at the detriment of Zurich airport.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Swiss nationals are convicted of more crimes than other nationalities; Federal Council urges voters to reject the inheritance tax on the wealthy; and more news in our Tuesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Navigation on Lake Geneva between Switzerland's canton of Vaud and neighbouring French communities will be sharply reduced starting next year.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Switzerland's bank secrecy is legendary, but does it apply to any resident, regardless of their nationality?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The price of international flights from Switzerland has fallen compared to 2024, particularly for certain destinations. But the trend won't last for long, experts say.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Netflix hikes prices in Switzerland; Swiss primary schools to need fewer teachers in future; and more news in our roundup on Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

From Sunday, non-EU travellers entering Europe's Schengen open-borders zone will gradually be photographed and fingerprinted at border crossings, as the European Union rolls out its much-delayed automated border checks.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Pro-Palestinian protesters marched in several cities in Europe on Saturday, voicing cautious hope with a dose of scepticism as a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza entered its second day.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Drones flying over airports, commercial sites and other sensitive infrastructure in Europe is a growing phenomenon which EU leaders blame on Russia, and preventing the disruption they cause will prove a tough technical challenge, observers say.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

New travel /border rules will go into effect on October 12th, and naturalised Swiss face discrimination from immigration authorities — these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

The debate about the merits of not allowing children to use social media is gaining momentum in Switzerland. Will it be the next country to ban the networks for youngsters?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

One of the most important things to know about when settling in a new country is how to access medical care in your new place of residence. Here's how this process works in Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Saving money, especially in an expensive country like Switzerland, is not easy — but it is not impossible either, as long as you know how to go about it.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

The EU's new Entry & Exit System (EES) of enhanced passport controls will be launched on October 12th, albeit in a phased in approach, but how will it impact non-EU residents legally living in EU/Schengen countries?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

While it is not one of Switzerland's four national languages, the use of English has nevertheless become more widespread in recent years, especially in certain cities.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

People living abroad often imagine winter in Switzerland as it is portrayed on postcards: covered by a thick layer of snow. But is this really so?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

English is more widely spoken in Switzerland than ever; Swiss cities have experienced a significant demographic change in the past years; and more news in our Friday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

A new study sheds light on the migration status of Switzerland's population.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Swiss cantons are not equal in terms of their budgets for next year, While some are showing a deficit, others are making a profit. What difference does this make to their residents?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Switzerland on Wednesday extended partial unemployment benefits to limit layoffs by companies hit by rising US tariffs, which have particularly hurt watchmakers and small industrial exporters.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Zurich's ETH remains the best university in continental Europe; students will be able to get cheaper fares on SWISS airline; and more news in our Thursday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

The Swiss city of Lausanne said it could start hiring foreign nationals for its police force. But what are the general rules around Switzerland when it comes to who can become a police officer?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Though, seen from abroad, Switzerland may seem like a homogeneous country, it is just the opposite – while small, it offers lots of variety and diversity throughout.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Switzerland will introduce the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES) from October 12th, with Geneva, Zurich, and Basel EuroAIrport set to implement the checks for non-EU travellers.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Having spent almost a decade living in Switzerland, American journalist and author Chantal Panozzo knows a thing or two about the lesser known side of Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

The number of foreign residents who leave Switzerland to return home is well above the EU average for emigration, so why do so many leave? The Local's readers have offered a few reasons.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Whether you want to buy or sell second-hand items in Switzerland, these Swiss websites will help you do that.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Switzerland will not grant early residency permits to Ukrainian refugees; Lausanne police could hire foreign residents to join their ranks; and more news in our Wednesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Your landlord in Switzerland may decide to sell the apartment you have been renting. Does the Swiss law grant you any rights in this matter?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Reference letters from Swiss citizens on behalf of naturalisation applicants are a standard requirement in a citizenship procedure. But it appears some Swiss citizens are more equal than others when it comes to who can provide them.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

A tranquil, peaceful and safe country, Switzerland's appeal is undeniable. But can US citizens retire here?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Immigration authorities accused of 'discriminatory' practice regarding naturalisation reference letters; health experts recommend 'voluntary' mask wearing this winter; and more Swiss news in our roundup on Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Although the unemployment rate in Switzerland is low - 2.8 percent in September 2025 - there are fewer jobs around for some qualified professionals.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Regardless of whether you are a Swiss citizen or a EU/EFTA national looking for work, you may be wondering whether an employment agency may boost your chances of getting a good job in Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Non-EU travellers heading to EU/Schengen countries will soon face biometric border controls as the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES) comes into force from October 12th. But can travellers opt out?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Swiss polytechnic institutes are vetting and rejecting dozens of foreign students; right-wing party is becoming more popular among Swiss voters; and more news in our Monday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

A Swiss company inaugurated two solar furnaces on Friday in a watchmaking city, aimed at melting down and recycling the key industry's steel offcuts by using green energy.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland's military said Friday it plans to acquire a defence system against "mini-drones", after several European countries recently reported incursions into their airspace, pointing the finger at Russia.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Foreign drivers to be slapped with a 'transit fee', and was US president right about the number of illegal immigrants in Swiss prisons - these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Voters in Zurich have approved a plan to cut the cost of an annual travelcard on local public transport (ZVV) down to 365 francs (1 franc a day) from the current price of over 800 francs. Will it really happen and how will it work?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

If you have lived in the country a while, you know that things here change at a snail's pace. There are several reasons why the Swiss like to take their sweet time — and it has nothing to do with watches.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Residents in Switzerland have until November 30th to switch their current health insurance policy to a new one. But there are reasons to be wary of marketing calls from various insurance companies urging you to buy their policy.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Swiss government to lower motorway speed limits; doctors banned from practice abroad are working in Switzerland; and more news in our roundup on Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The Swiss labour market – and particularly export-oriented industries like pharmaceuticals and watch manufacturing - is under pressure due to the hefty US tariffs. But many companies keep hiring nevertheless.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The government had said health insurance premiums in Switzerland will increase by 4.4 percent on average in 2026 but, in fact, consumers may end up paying quite a bit more.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

In all, about 40,000 foreign nationals receive Swiss citizenship every year. But where is the naturalisation rate highest and lowest?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Proficiency in a 'local' language ('local' being the key word here) is a requirement residence permits and, even more so, for naturalisation in Switzerland. So what language does a foreigner need to master if living in the German-speaking part of Switzerland?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Students take to Zurich's streets to protest planned tuition hikes; regions where most and least job openings are advertised; and more Swiss news in our roundup on Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Even though the pandemic is long gone (though probably not quite forgotten), Covid-19 is still circulating in Switzerland. Health experts continue to recommend periodic immunisation against this disease.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Even though Switzerland does not have a 'tipping culture', a new practice of 'set' tips is increasingly seeping into Swiss restaurants and coffee shops. However, most customers don't seem to like it.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland's glaciers, which are disproportionately impacted by climate change, have lost a quarter of their volume in the past decade alone, a study warned, heightening concerns over accelerating melting.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

From October 1st 2025, landlords in several Swiss cantons will have to provide new information when renting out an apartment. What is it, and how does it benefit tenants?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

A new, tenant-friendly law goes into effect today in several cantons; new health insurance premiums to place significant burden on many Swiss households; and further news in our Wednesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Hopefully, this will never happen. But if you unexpectedly lose your job in Switzerland, there are some things you should do – the sooner the better.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

After a failed referendum in 2021, the Swiss government's push for the electronic identity card was finally approved at the ballot box on September 28.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

In September, Switzerland's Council of States unanimously accepted a motion seeking to tax foreign tourists using Swiss motorways just to transit the country. What is this about?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Autumn is a great month in Switzerland, with many markets, food festivals, as well as cultural events taking place around the country. So what's happening in the various regions of the country?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland and the United States said Monday they had agreed that monetary policies should not target exchange rates to gain a competitive advantage

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland could face recession if Washington slaps its vital pharmaceutical sector with the threatened 100-percent tariff, a leading Swiss economic expert told AFP Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Skiing in the Swiss Alps will cost more this season; Zurich residents to benefit from lower public transport fares; and more news in our Tuesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Filled with dusty books and filled with 'hush-hush' atmosphere, they are relics of the past. But you may be surprised at the fun (and education) you can have in the 21st century at hundreds of Switzerland's libraries.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

US President Donald Trump recently claimed that 72 percent of prisoners in Switzerland were foreigners and tied it to illegal migration. Was he right or did he fail to mention some important context?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Two key issues were at stake in a national referendum in September 28th - one that affects rent and the other was the controversial subject of electronic ID. These are the results, and what they mean to you.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

After having stirred controversy for a number of years, e-ID law was finally approved by Swiss voters on September 28th. What will it mean to you?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Swiss vote in favour of scrapping rental tax and introduction of electronic identity; government earmarks more money to build affordable housing; and other news in our roundup on Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Residents of Zurich, Switzerland, voted Sunday to ban the use of petrol-fuelled leaf blowers and leaf vacuums over noise and air pollution concerns in public and private spaces.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Health insurance costs will increase in Switzerland in 2026, but more in some cantons than in others; and the political decisions the parliament made this month — these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The tardiness of Germany's national rail company, Deutsche Bahn, is notorious in Switzerland, prompting yet another canton, Schaffhausen, to take measures to restore punctuality on its territory.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

As both chambers of Switzerland's parliament wrap up their two-week-long autumn session, we look at some of the issues they dealt with including the 'No to 10 million' anti-immigration proposal.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Tens of thousands of Americans, Brits, Indians, Australians, Canadians, New Zealanders, Nigerians and South Africans moved to European countries on first residency permits in 2024. But where did they all go and what for?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The US-based coffee company chain, Starbucks, will close some of its Swiss branches as part of global cost-cutting measures.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Aside from the national referendums on September 28th, Swiss citizens will also cast their votes on various issues locally. This is what's at stake in cities and cantons..

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

MPs approve a 'transit tax' for foreign drivers; Swiss drug regulator refutes US claims about the risk of paracetamol use in pregnancy; and more news in our Friday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

European countries countries issued some 3.57 million first time residency permits to non-EU nationals in 2024, 315,000 fewer than in 2023. How can the drop be explained?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

If you need to vacate your Swiss rental temporarily but plan to return there, you may think sub-leasing your apartment is a good solution. But can you earn some money in the process?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

It has often been said – and it is mostly true – that it is difficult to find truly ugly towns and villages in Switzerland. And yet, according to one ranking, they do exist.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland's central bank kept its policy rate at zero percent on Thursday, warning that massive US tariffs are weighing on the country's export-dependent economy.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Paper money is being used less and less so why are residents across Europe being advised by the European Central Bank to keep between €70 and €100 in cash at home?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

France leaves Basel airport without rail funding; cross-border shopping has gained in popularity; and more news in our roundup on Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Working hours, rest periods, and Sunday work are to be relaxed for employees working from home, according to a bill approved by the lower house of the parliament. The Federal Council has also introduced a right to disconnect.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland's health infrastructure is consistently rated among the best in the world, but how does it compare with other countries?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Health insurance rates will rise by 4.4 percent next year, which means an average increase of 16.60 francs per month. But the situation in your Swiss canton may be different.

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