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Information about renting property and obtaining a mortgage in Switzerland.Finding accommodation in Switzerland is not the easiest of tasks. It is best to start searching before leaving your country.
If you are bringing your family along, it is better for them to join you after you find suitable accommodation. If you are arriving alone, guesthouses, hotels, or staying with friends are options. Many hotels and bed-and-breakfast establishments cater to long-term guests and offer weekly and monthly rates.
While using an estate agent may be expensive, it may be a better option for foreigners than dealing with Swiss owners and government officials who may not speak English. Using a relocation company can be a less costly option.
Why rent (mieten/loyer)?
Over seventy percent of the Swiss population rents. Renting a house or apartment has comparative advantages like favourable tenant rights (landlords are in no position to expel their tenants if payment is on time) and easy cancellation of leases. Leases tend to be made for a period of one year. If a conflict arises between you and your landlord, being a member of your local tenants’ association (Mieterverband, association des locataires) will prove beneficial.
Explore our guide to popular expat locations including Bern, Zurich, Geneva, Basel and Lugano.
The Zurich branch manager of Network Relocation offers tips and info to help with the house hunt.
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