As a Swiss employer in the age of job mobility
Worldwide, 27/09/2024
The global context, local skills shortages and employees’ work-life-balance expectations are just some of the challenges that Swiss employers are facing today. At the same time, the digital world is making it easier than ever to have work carried out remotely. Simple or not, we’ll show you what you need to bear in mind. Place […] ...
Returning to Switzerland for education – things to bear in mind
Switzerland, 11/06/2024
Switzerland is known for its good education system. This also attracts young Swiss abroad to Switzerland time and again to complete part or all of their education in their home country and then perhaps to take the plunge and move to Switzerland completely. What kind of education? A university degree programme is not the only […] ...
Emigrating to Australia
Australia, 04/05/2023
Different countries, different customs – What you should know before you emigrate to Australia It is a big step to emigrate, no matter whether Australia or another place is supposed to become your new home. Emigrants have to put down fresh roots in their new home country. Diligent preparation and in-depth knowledge of the country’s […] ...
Emigration: Five misconceptions about pensions and taxes
Switzerland, 21/09/2021
1. If I have paid the minimum AHV contribution, then I have no AHV gap. However, if there is an AHV gap, I can make additional payments for up to five years. Unfortunately, this is not quite true. To avoid an AHV gap, the decisive factor is not only how much you have paid in […] ...
International health insurance – what to look out for?
Worldwide, 20/07/2021
If you emigrate, you are generally no longer liable to compulsory insurance in Switzerland. In that case, international health insurance can be a good solution. Read here when international insurance makes sense and what you need to bear in mind. Who needs international health insurance? If you have an accident or become seriously ill […] ...