Living in Switzerland
Immigrating to Switzerland
Official website of the Swiss Immigration Authorities.
Ch.ch
Information e.g. the Swiss Political System, taxes, insurances, Working in Switzerland etc.
Emergency
Emergency and important phone numbers in Switzerland in Switzerland.
Basel Living & Culture
Information about Basel e.g. living in Basel, Art & Culture, events, etc.
Just Landed
Dealing with the day-to-day challenges of living, working or studying in Switzerland. It is full of useful information and step-by-step guides on how things work and how to survive in Switzerland.
Comparis
Compare health, car & life insurances, real estate, internet provider and TV, mobile net providers and car search engines. Emergency and other import
Migraweb
Migraweb is a service produced by migrants for migrants and offers a wealth of information and useful links about everyday life in Switzerland.
Department of Education
The Erziehungsdepartement (department of education) Basel-Stadt
Information on schools, day cares, leisure facilities, assistance in everyday life etc. in Basel
Social Security in Switzerland
Social Insurance
Information on social insurance types, leaflets and forms, as well as direct contact details.
Housing
Three furnished apartments are available through CTC. Please check for details and availability with your CTC contact
Search engines for apartments and houses to rent or buy.
Search engines for apartments and houses to rent or buy.
Search engines for apartments and houses to rent or buy.
Information you need when renting a flat provided by the Swiss Government.
Transportation
Online timetables for public transportation in the greater Basel greater as well as those of the local airport and national railway.
Basel Region Info.
Online timetables for public transportation in the greater Basel greater as well as those of the local airport and national railway.
The official portal for Basel tourism.
General information about Basel, including cultural and social activities, events, living, public & private schooling, tourism, hotel & short term accommodation, etc.
Information about living in the French and German border regions.
Language Classes
Subsidised further Training
Supports courses that enable career progression and prepare you for the future: language courses, occupational health and safety training or continuing professional development courses.
Social Networking Organisations
Buddy system offered to newcomers, social events and collaboration with the Swiss community.
English speaking community in Basel where people can meet, borrow books, attend language classes and take advantage of a wide choice of services and programmes.
Interactive notice board with a wide range of expat topics.
Promoting friendship and understanding between the Swiss and English speaking people.
Professional Networking Organisations
