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13/08/2008Moving to Switzerland: Practical information

questionmark Just arrived in Switzerland? Here are 15 things you need to know!

1. Emergency numbers
For a list with emergency phone numbers, please click here.

2. Telephone Directory
Looking for a telephone number? Click here for the electronic phone book.

3. City Maps
If you need a local city map, click here.

4. Train timetables
Click here for SBB’s timetables.

5. Tax calculator
Click here and calculate your income tax (for natural persons).

6. Health insurance
Click here to compare rates and services of health insurances.

7. Weather forecast
For information about the weather and weather forecasts, click here.

8. Expat groups
Expat groups in Bern
Expat groups in Zurich
Expat groups in Zug

9. Computer issues
If you have problems with your PC, get in touch with PC Repair. They will fix these problems at your home. They charge CHF 100,- per hour on-site plus a CHF 50,- call-out charge. There is a minimum first time charge of CHF 150,-, which includes the call-out charge.

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