Reader question
How can I legally change my name in Switzerland?
If you have a valid reason to change the name you were born with, you may be allowed to do so. Here is how you can go about this process in Switzerland.
When should tenants in Switzerland expect their heating to be turned on?
Temperatures have dropped in recent days across much of Switzerland, and tenants may be wondering if their homes should already be heated?
Can I hang laundry to dry on my balcony in Switzerland?
While outdoor clothes lines on balconies are a common sight in Italy and other Mediterranean countries, in Switzerland such things are frowned upon.
EXPLAINED: Can I terminate my Swiss telecom contract early?
When you sign up with a telecom provider in Switzerland, your fate is sealed: you must remain with that company until your agreement expires. But what if you want to get out of the contract ahead of schedule?
How do I apply for health insurance benefits in Switzerland?
The cost of Swiss health insurance constantly on the rise, many households are hard pressed to pay for the monthly premiums. But some may be able to get financial aid.
Do all doctors in Switzerland have to speak English?
The case of a doctor in a Swiss canton having to close his practice because he didn’t pass an exam in English has raised the question of what languages health professionals in Switzerland are required to know?