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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The naturalisation process in Switzerland is quite slow as it makes its way through two levels of the government — cantonal and municipal. But can be accelerated in certain cases? [...]
Depending on how much you earn, and how much of your income you spend, saving some of your Swiss wages may not always be easy. But there is a good reason why you should try. [...]
Tourist hotspots around Europe are on a crusade to deal with surging visitor numbers. Is it the end of mass tourism in Europe? [...]
From new cross-border traffic rules to days off work, here are the changes to know about in Switzerland in May 2024. [...]
Travel updates on flights from Switzerland to France and the Middle East, and more news in our roundup on Thursday. [...]
The price of Swiss health insurance premiums has been rising significantly in the past few years, prompting political parties to launch two cost-cutting initiatives. The votes will take place in June and there's a lot at stake. [...]
As a centre of international diplomacy and cooperation and with its unique system of direct democracy, Switzerland enjoys a reputation for upholding fundamental human rights—but how free are the Swiss to express their opposition to power? [...]
Looking for a new job in Switzerland? We've put together some tips on where to search for that new role. [...]
In most cases, Switzerland’s social benefits system functions well. But there are also some loopholes you should know about. [...]
International Workers' Day is commemorated on May 1st. But only parts of Switzerland celebrate it. [...]
Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Qazi Faez Isa on Thursday said no high court judge reported to him about any external interference in the matters of judiciary during his time in the office of the country's apex jurist.“Since I have been chief justice , I have not received a single [...]
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz inspects the passing out parade at Police Training College in Chung, Lahore, April 25, 2024. — X/@pmln_orgAttending a passing out parade of the provincial police, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz expressed her thoughts that she actually felt the “big [...]
Nasla Tower's demolishing works can be seen in progress on Sharea Faisal in Karachi, December 20, 2021. — PPI/FileKARACHI: The Supreme Court on Thursday ordered authorities concerned to sell the land of Nasla Tower — a multi-storey residential complex in Karachi razed on the [...]
Bushra Bibi signs a surety bond for bail in various cases at the registrar office at the Lahore High Court on July 17, 2023. — AFPMashal Yousafzai, spokesperson of former prime minister Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi, Thursday alleged that a few drops of a "toilet cleaner" was mixed in [...]
Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai speaks in this still taken from a video. — X/@Malala/FileRenowned activist and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai has reiterated her support for Gazans saying that there should be no confusion about her support for the people of Gaza."I have and will continue to [...]
ISLAMABAD: Despite the United States' repeated "sanction" warnings, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said hopes that the hurdles in the execution of the Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline project will be removed and it will be completed.Asif, in conversation with Geo News, urged regional [...]
A representational picture of a zinger burger. —UnsplashKARACHI: Investigation has been concluded into a bizarre as well as tragic incident in which a young man allegedly gunned down his close friend for eating a zinger burger the accused had ordered for his ‘girlfriend’, police [...]
The accused woman driver vents anger at Motorway Police cops for being pulled over for speeding in this still while other photo shows vehicle seized by Rawalpindi police. — X/@HamidMirPAK/@RwpPoliceISLAMABAD: The Rawalpindi police department confirmed on Wednesday that the accused woman [...]
Security personnel stand guard outside Election Commission of Pakistan building in Islamabad. — AFP/FileWith its founder languishing in Adiala Jail and its leadership in the worst disarray, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's problems continued to compound as its recently-held intra-party elections [...]
An earthquake measuring scale reading the intensity of an earthquake in this image. — AFP/FileAn earthquake of 3.2 magnitude shook Karachi's Malir district on Wednesday.The epicentre of the earthquake was New Malir Karachi and the depth was 12km, according to the National Seismic Monitoring [...]
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. [...]