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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Four more current and former officials are now under criminal investigation in the probe into Switzerland's Crans-Montana fire disaster that killed 41 people and injured 115 others. [...]
SBB is launching more direct connections to Italy and France; the war in Iran has caused Swiss mortgage rates to soar; and more news in our roundup on Friday. [...]
One of the biggest annual events in Zurich, the Sechseläuten, takes places every April. The Local explains what it's all about...and what the Böögg is. [...]
The price of fuel at Swiss pumps has increased by up to 25 percent in the past several weeks. Is the government taking any action to neutralise this upward trend as governments in neighbouring countries are? [...]
Switzerland expects not only its own residents to follow the rules of proper (Swiss) conduct, but foreign visitors as well. The country's tourism board has laid out a good code of conduct to observe. [...]
Whether its work permits, health insurance or buying property we'd like to hear from readers about what the main problems are in 2026 for international residents living in Switzerland. Please take part in our one minute survey. [...]
Switzerland’s Edelweiss airline is eliminating flights to two US destinations from its summer schedule, citing ‘geopolitical’ reasons. [...]
Foreign nationals living abroad will be required to obtain a special permit before purchasing a home in Switzerland, the Swiss Federal Council has announced. [...]
The Middle East war has plunged Swiss watchmakers into uncertainty, testing the resilience of an iconic national industry already shaken by several crises. [...]
In the coming weeks, debates on the new batch of Swiss-EU agreements will begin in the parliamentary committees. So what are the key points of the discussions? [...]
Pedro Pascal gets involved in legal battle against alcohol brand Pedro Pascal has taken on a legal battle against a Chilean alcohol merchant who is selling his brand of the country's national spirit under the name Pedro Piscal.David Herrera successfully registered the brand name with a [...]
Australia deepens defense ties with Japan through $10bn frigate program: Here’s whyIn a landmark move for Indo-Pacific security, the Australian government officially selected the Japanese Mogami-class frigate on Saturday to modernize the Royal Australian Navy’s surface fleet. The [...]
Netflix stock falls 9% after Q1 earnings beat: Reed hastings to leave boardNetflix posted a strong first quarter on paper $12.25 billion in revenue and net income that nearly doubled year over year, yet its stock still slid 9% in extended trading Thursday. The culprit wasn't the numbers [...]
China ramps up Iran peace push ahead of high-stakes Xi-Trump summit China is walking a diplomatic tightrope, juggling the balance between Tehran and Washington. Beijing is pushing for peace efforts to end the Iran conflict as it looks forward to a high-stakes summit with President Donald [...]
Meghan Trainor reveals extreme measures to ‘save’ marriageMeghan Trainor just opened up about how she was in "heavy therapy" in order to salvage her marriage to Daryl Sabara.The singer, who shares three children with her husband, has told how becoming parents led to their relationship [...]
Kristi Noem and husband faced mounting debt before political rise and recent scandals: reportFormer Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and her husband, Bryon Noem reportedly accumulated millions in debt prior to their rise to national prominence. The 33rd governor of South Dakota was [...]
'The Valley' star Brittany Cartwright addresses plastic surgery speculationsBrittany Cartwright admitted she is "an open book," revealing that her future plans regarding cosmetic procedures are fluid.The TV personality, who last year underwent a “mommy makeover” four years after [...]
New forensic developments have emerged in the case involving Nancy Guthrie, as the FBI reviews DNA evidence linked to her disappearance.Sources told Fox News Digital that investigators have submitted DNA samples, including a hair recovered from the Tucson home of Nancy, for advanced analysis.A [...]
Prince William becomes major hurdle in King Charles wayPrince William has become a major hurdle between King Charles and Prince Harry’s reunion, a new report has revealed.According to a US-based entertainment site, the monarch is hoping to reconcile with his estranged son so he can meet his [...]
Canada Post is moving ahead with a major overhaul of its delivery system, replacing door-to-door service with community mailboxes for millions of households.In a press release, the corporation said it has reached a turning point and is beginning changes to better meet evolving customer needs while [...]
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. [...]