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20/05/2013 Musical world celebrates Wagner's 200th birthday

Musical world celebrates Wagner's 200th birthday Opera houses the world over are scrambling to pay tribute to Richard Wagner, the controversial German composer often referred to as Hitler's...

02/05/2013 Global mobility: Expatriatism becomes a rising trend

Global mobility sees strong growth Recent results from the largest survey of international mobility programmes found increased growth in assignment activity, particularly in emerging...

30/04/2013 Calling all expats: Have your say in the largest worldwide Expat Survey

Calling all expats: Have your say in the 2013 Expat Explorer survey HSBC Expat announces the opening of its sixth annual Expat Explorer Survey and encourages expats from across the globe to share their experiences...

22/04/2013 Switzerland gives natural healers a healthy response

Switzerland gives natural healers a healthy response Switzerland is proving a fertile ground for traditional medicine healers who have seen booming business in recent years and even hospital referrals.

29/04/2013 Expatriate positions rise worldwide

Global employee mobility: Expatriate positions rise worldwide Research shows that companies worldwide are increasing the number of international positions for expatriate workers, although the length of...

29/04/2013 Switzerland keeps door closed on Europeans

"Switzerland keeps door closed on Europeans" Switzerland has agreed to extend its quota system on long-term work permits for another year.

29/04/2013 Size matters for Swiss watch industry at Basel fair

Size matters for Swiss watch industry at Basel fair It seems nothing is too big for Switzerland's watch industry, whose vast annual Baselworld trade fair displays the health of a sector which...

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Residence and work permits in Switzerland

Residence and work permits in Switzerland

How to apply for a residency or work permit in Switzerland for you and your family.

How to rent and buy a house in Switzerland

How to rent and buy a house in Switzerland

Information about renting property and obtaining a mortgage in Switzerland.

Switzerland's healthcare system

Switzerland's healthcare system

Information about the Swiss healthcare system, health insurance, pharmacies and emergency numbers.

Banking in Switzerland

Banking in Switzerland

Explaining Swiss currency, banknotes, credit cards and bureaux de change.