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unboxed is where we share stories, insights, and tips for expats in Switzerland. From health insurance to housing hacks, we unpack the challenges newcomers face...and show how smart choices can save you time, money, and stress.
𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭 𝐈𝐬 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐲… 𝐈𝐟 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐬.
Why do three Swiss banks give three different answers when a newcomer tries to open an account? It’s not incompetence, it’s risk calculation. This unboxed post breaks down why Swiss banking onboarding feels inconsistent for expats, why nationality changes the experience, and how safety and survival priorities collide in the onboarding room.
Switzerland Never Feared Foreigners. It Feared Losing Coherence.
Switzerland isn’t afraid of foreigners — it’s afraid of losing coherence. Quiet hours, recycling rules, unspoken expectations… they all protect a cultural system built on clarity.
Switzerland is a Country Where You Can Get Told Off for Not Knowing a Rule No One Ever Told You.
Newcomers often get corrected in Switzerland for rules they never knew existed. This article breaks down why the system assumes expats already understand local norms, and what gets lost in translation.
The Responsibility Vacuum
Who actually handles expat onboarding Switzerland? Our investigation maps the gap between employers, Gemeinden, cantons and insurers, and who really owns the process.
Surviving the Swiss Essentials Jungle: Why One Dashboard is a Lifesaverr
Health insurance, banks, rental deposits, SIM cards... Switzerland offers too many choices. See why our marketplace gives expats clarity in one dashboard.
The hidden phone fees that trap expats for years — and how to escape them.
The hidden mobile fees that trap expats.
Why moving into a Swiss apartment can block CHF 10,000 of your cash... and how to avoid it.
Why moving into a Swiss apartment can block CHF 10,000 of your money
Health insurance is mandatory in Switzerland, but did you know picking the right plan can save you thousands each year?
Health insurance is mandatory… but can cost you thousands more than it should
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