Pakistanis in Switzerland
Welcome to the first dedicated website for Pakistanis in Switzerland. If you are living in or just visiting Switzerland, then there is a lot of useful information under FAQs. You can also have a peek at the latest Posts, Gallery, Videos and Events to see what is going on in the community.
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With winter arriving soon, we looked at when you need to fit your car with winter tyres, when you must remove them - and what the consequences are if you fail to do so. [...]
Looking for a new job in Switzerland? We've put together some tips on where to search for that new role. [...]
If you are hoping to remain under the radar in Switzerland, that won’t be possible. While the country has strong privacy protection laws, there is, nevertheless, much you will have to reveal. [...]
While it is impossible to accurately predict the future, we do have some clear indications of what Switzerland will have to tackle next year. [...]
Geneva officials have become suspicious of antennas that appeared on the roof of Russia’s diplomatic mission. [...]
Russian antennas raise suspicions in Geneva, Swiss property prices remain stubbornly high; and more news in our roundup on Wednesday. [...]
Switzerland has its own ‘working holiday visa’ scheme for younger people, although there are some important differences you should know about. Here’s what you need to know. [...]
Can foreign residents who are struggling to get by receive the same financial help from the state as the Swiss do, and under what circumstances? [...]
If you are trying to find cheaper premiums for 2025, you may surf all kinds of sites in search for more affordable rates. But what you see there is not necessarily your best bet. [...]
We have compiled the main changes and big events that are set to take place in Switzerland in 2025 so get planning. [...]
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari speaks during an interview on May 22, 2023. — AFPThe Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has left for Dubai, the party sources said on Thursday, adding that the Central Executive Committee meeting, which was initially scheduled [...]
PTI founder Imran Khan in this undated image. — Facebook/@ImranKhanOfficialFormer Prime Minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder, Imran Khan, has been booked in a new case by Rawalpindi police just hours after he secured bail in the Toshakhana 2.0 case.The Islamabad High Court granted [...]
Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir delivers a speech at the passing out parade of the 147th long course of the Pakistan Army at the military academy in Kakul on April 29, 2023. — ISPRKARACHI: Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir said on Wednesday that the state is also [...]
Former prime minister Imran Khan is being escorted by police officials in this undated image. — ReutersDays ahead of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's "do-or-die" protest on November 24 in Islamabad, incarcerated party founder Imran Khan secured bail in Toshakhana 2.0 case — in a major boost [...]
Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir visits 12th edition of the International Defence Exhibition and Seminar at the Expo Centre in Karachi, November 20, 2024. — ISPR KARACHI: Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir on Wednesday visited the ongoing 12th edition of the International [...]
Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman addresses a press conference. —APP/FileJamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman on Wednesday opposed the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's call for a "do-or-die” protest against the incumbent government, claiming that the [...]
Former prime minister Nawaz Sharif’s son Hasan Nawaz Sharif. — AFP/FileLONDON: Hasan Nawaz Sharif’s bankruptcy, declared by High Court of Justice in London, will end on April 29 in 2025, according to Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs , which originally brought the case [...]
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur , Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf spokesperson Sheikh Waqas Akram and KP government spokesperson Muhammad Ali Saif. X/@GovernmentKP/PPI/KP government website ISLAMABAD: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has linked the talks with [...]
Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar addressing a press conference on March 17, 2024. — APPShortly after PTI founder Imran Khan secured another relief from court, Information Minister Ataullah Tarar said “there is no chance of” ousted premier being [...]
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder Imran Khan smiles as he addresses a press conference in this undated image. — Facebook/@ImranKhanOfficialThe Islamabad High Court on Wednesday approved the bail request filed by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder Imran Khan in the New Toshakhana case.IHC's [...]
Finding prayer facilities and halal food in Switzerland will be quite daunting for new arrivals to Switzerland. However, some of the larger cities in Switzerland have better Muslim-friendly facilities than others largely due to the number of Muslims visiting/living in those cities. To help new arrivals, we have created a comprehensive search facility to locate […] The post Mosques and Halal Food Stores appeared first on Pakistanis In Switzerland. [...]
On the behalf of all Pakistanis in Switzerland we welcome all new arrivals to Schweiz/Suisse/Svizzera/Switzerland. Whatever you call it, the country known for its cheese, chocolate, and time-telling ability is an appealing place to live. So pleasant, in fact, that the 2010 Mercer Worldwide Quality of Living Survey placed three Swiss cities (Zurich, Geneva, and […] The post Welcome to Switzerland appeared first on Pakistanis In Switzerland. [...]
Switzerland is a very appealing place to come and work: the salaries, working conditions and quality of life are very high. But competition for Swiss jobs is fierce and opportunities are more limited for those coming from outside of the EU or EFTA (European Free Trade Association) as there are often quotas for foreign workers […] The post Finding Employment appeared first on Pakistanis In Switzerland. [...]
In case of an emergency you can use the toll-free numbers listed below: 117 Police 118 Fire 144 Ambulance 1414 Swiss Rescue 112 European emergency number Other useful numbers: 1811 General inquiries, e.g. doctors, theaters, etc. 140 Breakdown service 162 Weather report 163 Road report 187 Avalanche Report For general inquiry calls from Germany or […] The post Important Telephone Numbers appeared first on Pakistanis In Switzerland. [...]
Swiss healthcare is outstanding. Its combined public, subsidised private and totally private healthcare system create an extensive network of highly qualified doctors and hospitals, the best equipped medical facilities and no waiting lists, but it all comes at a price: around 10 percent of the average Swiss salary goes towards health insurance premiums. There […] The post Swiss Healthcare System appeared first on Pakistanis In Switzerland. [...]
As a representative office of Pakistan, the Consulate General provides consular services such as visa & passport applications, birth registrations and attestation of documents. The Consulate also encourages our community to form associations to foster harmony among themselves and local Swiss community. It provides support and guidance to organize suitable social and cultural functions and motivates […] The post Embassy of Pakistan in Switzerland appeared first on Pakistanis In Switzerland. [...]
Switzerland is the world champion in the recycling. Recycling is an important matter in all Switzerland, as there isn’t much land to waste on landfill. Even more, because the ground is porous, drainage from landfills would quickly pollute its pristine lakes. Consequently, since 2000 all garbage that isn’t recycled is incinerated and the energy produced […] The post Recycling Waste appeared first on Pakistanis In Switzerland. [...]
When you return from abroad or enter Switzerland, goods up to a total value of 300 CHF may be imported VAT-free (tax-free limit), provided they are intended for your personal use or as gifts. Foodstuffs, tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, household pets and repairs or maintenance work carried out abroad on your own private vehicle are […] The post Purchase Allowance and Import Limits appeared first on Pakistanis In Switzerland. [...]
The cost of living in Switzerland is very high. A study by UBS bank published in September 2015 found that Zurich and Geneva top the list of the world’s most costly cities, ahead of New York. It costs a Zurich family of three more than $3,600 (CHF3,569 in February 2016) a month to live, based […] The post Cost of Living appeared first on Pakistanis In Switzerland. [...]
All tax-resident individuals are taxed on their worldwide income and wealth. Non tax-resident individuals are only taxed on Swiss sources of income and wealth. Income taxes are levied at three different levels: at the federal level (which is the same all over Switzerland), at the cantonal level (which is the same within a certain canton […] The post Swiss Tax System appeared first on Pakistanis In Switzerland. [...]