RELOCATION
Your relocation to Switzerland
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From residence permits to customs declaration: the key steps for your start in Switzerland.
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THE SHORT ANSWER
What you should know now.
Moving to Switzerland involves registering with your new municipality, obtaining a residence permit, and declaring your household goods at the border.
Status: July 2026 · General information, no personal legal, tax, or insurance advice.YOUR SITUATION
Bringing the details together correctly.
A move from Germany to Switzerland affects authorities, customs, insurance and often your car. The correct order prevents double efforts and missed deadlines.
- ✓Registration & Municipalities
- ✓Residence Permits
- ✓Customs & Moving Goods
- ✓Car & License Import
OUR PROCESS
Assess Situation
Coordinately classify employment contract, residence, family, vehicles, and target date.
Plan Deadlines
Arrange registration, permit, customs, and insurance change in the correct order.
Arrival
Prepare documents, clarify open points, and avoid duplicate processes.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Quickly asked.
Clearly answered.
Which steps are most important when moving to Switzerland?+
Priority is usually given to residence, municipal registration, permit, health insurance, and customs declarations. The order depends on your personal situation.
How much time do I have for Swiss health insurance?+
Anyone subject to insurance in Switzerland must arrange basic insurance within three months. Since exceptions exist, verify requirements early.
Can I bring my German car?+
Generally yes. However, customs, import, technical inspection, Swiss registration, and driving license exchange have their own prerequisites and deadlines.
Personal Support
Have your situation reviewed individually and free of charge. We help you with all administrative steps for your start in Switzerland.
Detailed Guide
Read all legal details, deadlines, required documents, and common pitfalls in our comprehensive guide.
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