📖 SwissNewbie Guides Library
All Guides
Every SwissNewbie guide in one place — whether you're just arriving or already settled in Switzerland.
For Newcomers
Getting Started
Moving Hub
Your complete hub for moving to Switzerland — from before you arrive to your first 90 days
Newcomer
Timeline
First 90 Days
A prioritised timeline for everything you need to do in your first three months in Switzerland
Newcomer
Connectivity
eSIM in Switzerland
How to get connected before you arrive with an eSIM — travel, arrival and local options
Newcomer
Telecom
Mobile Plans
Compare Swiss mobile plans and find the best prepaid or subscription for your needs
Newcomer
Essential
Health Insurance
Mandatory within 90 days — how to compare KVG insurers, choose your model and franchise
Newcomer
Money
Finance & Banking
Open a Swiss bank account, understand Swiss finance and 3rd pillar pension options
Newcomer
All Steps
Complete Checklist
The full interactive SwissNewbie checklist — every task from before you arrive to year one
Newcomer
For Residents & Everyone
Resident Hub
Living Hub
Optimise your recurring costs every year — mobile, health insurance, insurance and banking
Resident
Resident
Annual Savings Check
A structured checklist to review all your Swiss costs once a year
Resident
Resident
Switch Mobile & Internet
Step-by-step guide to switching mobile or internet provider in Switzerland
Resident
Protection
Legal Help
When to get legal advice and where to find help — free and paid options in Switzerland
All
Insurance
Legal Protection Insurance
When does legal protection insurance make sense? A neutral decision guide
All
General
Insurance
Personal liability, household contents and other key insurance in Switzerland
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Transport
Public Transport
Swiss trains, trams and buses — half-fare card, GA and SBB tickets explained
All
Daily Life
Groceries
Where to shop in Switzerland — supermarkets, discount stores, price levels and tips
All
Deals
Voucher Codes
All verified discount codes for banking, insurance, mobile and transport in Switzerland
All
Orientation
Newcomer or Resident?
Not sure which hub is right for you? Use this guide to find out where to start
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