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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Swiss employees earn higher wages than foreigners; and some young professionals from third countries can work in Switzerland — these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup. [...]
Whether it’s expensive jewelry or important documents, you may prefer not to keep these valuables under your mattress. Where in Switzerland can you place them for protection? [...]
If you own a vehicle, sooner or later you will need to have some work done on it. But it is important to know who in Switzerland can provide the best service. [...]
Not wearing one’s clothes in designated areas, like beaches for instance, is not illegal in Switzerland. But some communities forbid it nevertheless. [...]
As you know by now, the Swiss have laws and regulations for pretty much everything — ranging from how to throw away your garbage to how to boil a lobster. But what about nudity? Here's the bare truth. [...]
Switzerland has earmarked funds for international train routes; some municipalities have banned public nudity on their beaches; and more news in our Friday roundup. [...]
A number of countries within the Schengen travel area have reinstated border checks. What is the situation along Switzerland's frontiers? [...]
They are great fun, but a recent fatal accident on a Swiss summer toboggan piste, plus a long list of incidents over the years has raised questions about the safety of this activity. [...]
Fines for littering in public places already exist at the cantonal and communal levels. Now the Swiss government is eyeing a national penalty instead. [...]
If you're employed in Switzerland but lose your job, can you remain in the country while looking for new work? The answer depends on several factors. [...]
Security personnel take position outside an Agriculture Training Institute after an attack by terrorists in Peshawar. —AFP/FilePESHAWAR: An attempted terror attack on Lakki Marwat’s Gambila police station was averted when officers on duty noticed unusual movement nearby and responded [...]
A Representational image of a crime scene restricted with a police tape. — Reuters/FileA police officer lost his life while a Rangers official sustained injuries after an exchange of gunfire between the two forces' personnel in Karachi’s SITE-A Area, police confirmed on [...]
Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi chairs 53rd meeting of National Judicial Committee at the Supreme Court building, Islamabad, July 11, 2025. — Supreme CourtISLAMABAD: The National Judicial Committee on Friday took serious notice of enforced disappearances and unanimously resolved [...]
Muttahida Qaumi Movement founder and leader Altaf Hussain lies on a hospital bed. — X@azizabadiLONDON: Muttahida Qaumi Movement founder Altaf Hussain has been admitted to a hospital in North London after experiencing multiple health issues, including cardiac-related stress.Hussain’s [...]
Kasim Khan, KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi and Suleiman Khan. — Instagram/@khanjemima/YouTube/@MarioNawfal/Facebook/Faisal Karim KundiKhyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has said that the children of PTI founder Imran Khan are not above the law and will face legal action if they [...]
Mohsin Naqvi meets UAE Deputy Prime Minister Lt General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan on July 11, 2025. — PIDThe United Arab Emirates has assured Pakistan of addressing visa-related concerns as the two countries discussed boosting cooperation in different fields.The development came as [...]
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar speaks during an event in Kuala Lumpur on July 11, 2025. — Screengrab via GeoNewsDeputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar said on Friday that India’s aggressive regional policies are contributing to its growing diplomatic isolation on the international [...]
Birds are enjoying as dark clouds hover Islamabad during rainy weather on July 10, 2025. — OnlineThe Pakistan Meteorological Department has predicted another spell of monsoon rainfall beginning across various parts of the country from today .In its latest advisory, the Met Office stated [...]
Bodies of nine passengers killed in a tragic incident in Loralai, Balochistan handed over to officials at Balochistan-Punjab border on July 11, 2025. — ReporterQUETTA: Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti on Friday asserted that those responsible for the brutal killing of nine [...]
Cats found at a house in Lahore where animals were being tortured and killed. — Instagram/@jfkanimalrescueandshelterLAHORE: A horrifying case of animal abuse has come to light in Lahore’s Defence area, where a woman allegedly tortured and killed rabbits, cats, and exotic animals, [...]
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. [...]