Moving to Zurich – International Relocation

Moving to Zurich

Zürich lies in the heart of Europe and is in the centre of Switzerland, on the northern shores of Lake Zürich.

Lake Zurich Switzerland

Its multicultural flair and the variety of leisure activities on offer attract guests from all over the globe to this “region of short routes”. Zürich is quick and easy to reach, whether by train, plane or private vehicle.

Its international airport has direct connections with over 150 destinations. A short train ride from the airport and situated right in the city centre, Zürich’s Main Railway Station is regarded as a central European railroad hub.

A total of 370,000 people live in this experience, science and business centre. Thanks to its top-quality infrastructure set amidst natural surroundings, it is a popular place for study and research.

For example, at Zürich University or the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zürich (ETH); built in 1855 by Gottfried Semper, the ETH Zürich is today associated with 21 Nobel prize winners. As a “metropolis of experiences” by the water, with a magnificent view of the snow capped Alps on the horizon, Zürich Downtown Switzerland offers a unique mixture of attractions – over 50 museums and more than 100 art galleries, international fashion labels and Zürich designs, and the most flamboyant and lively nightlife in Switzerland.

Recreational activities range from a visit to the riverside and lakeside bathing areas in the very heart of the city, to a spectacular hike on the Uetliberg mountain.

A passport-stamp of Switzerland

Please look at our visa and immigration link to assist you on your move.

Choosing a school in Zurich

Education receives high priority in Switzerland, and the educational process is rigorous. Students are tested at various stages of their education to determine their future course, whether academic or vocational, and career paths.

Much of ones place in Swiss society is determined by the results of the tests.

Swiss parents consider development of the childs intellectual and social abilities to be one of their primary responsibilities and actively supervise and augment the childs education.

The Swiss have one of the worlds highest literacy rates 99 percent.

When relocating to Zurich you may find our school search an invaluable tool.

Shopping in Zurich

The main shopping district is concentrated within a compact area at the heart of the city with high quality stores within easy walking distance of each other. In the historic Old Town there are many antique shops, bars, and small individual boutiques.

Working in Zurich

An aspect of business bound to take many non-Swiss by surprise is the Swiss work ethic.

This is closely tied to business hours, holidays and festivals.

The normal Swiss work week is 42 hours, which is relatively high by many other nations standards. Traditional business hours are 0800 to 1730, with one hour for lunch, during which many switchboards, banks, stores, and offices are completely closed down.

Similarly, holidays, vacation and leisure time are sacred to the Swiss.

Beautiful Zurich Switzerland

Most Swiss will be somewhat surprised should you propose working through a holiday, a weekend, into vacation time, or even overtime during the week in order to get a job done as planned. So, in the two weeks around Christmas, the ten days around Easter, all of July and most of August you can count on getting very little done throughout Switzerland.

There are additional “black-out” periods scattered throughout the calendar year, depending on local customs, festivals, and events.

The number of holidays averages about 14, depending on in which canton you live or work. Sick leave and personal days are treated with much more generosity than is typical in some other countries.

Although the Swiss have a reputation for efficiency, their tendency to thoroughness can slow the pace of business. They tend to follow very closely the letter rather than the spirit of a law, concept, or directive. Neither fast nor slow, they are most comfortable with a middling pace that does not infringe on weekends, holidays, and personal time.

Zurich offices

We have our own offices in Zurich making sure we are with you every step of the way.