Preparing your arrival in Switzerland

A normal monthly budget is not the same as the cash you may need before and during your first weeks.

Two different questions

Monthly budget: what a normal recurring month costs after you are settled.
Start-up cash needs: one-off or front-loaded costs that may be due before your normal month begins.

My arrival plan

Name (optional)Planned arrival date (optional)

Estimate my start-up cash needs

Housing deposit or guaranteeCHFFirst rent or temporary accommodationCHFTuition and registration feesCHFPermits, insurance and formalitiesCHFTravel to SwitzerlandCHFTravel pass or first local journeysCHFFurniture and essential set-up purchasesCHFSmall contingency reserveCHF

Estimated start-up cash need

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Then start your normal monthly budget

Once one-off arrival costs are separated, continue with your monthly budget sheet.

This sheet provides no reference amounts. Check actual fees, deadlines and conditions with official sources.