New members of the Switzerland forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025

Hello🤝,

Thank you for the warm welcome. My name is Santiago Llamas and I am planning my future career in Switzerland. This June I will graduated in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Spain, and I am very interested in developing my professional career in Switzerland. As a Spanish, I am eager to experience the opportunities Switzerland has to offer.

So far, I have found little information about job opportunities in my field in Switzerland. I would like to know if there are options available to work in gyms, sports centres or other institutions related to physical activity and health, taking into account that I have a good level of English and Spanish. 

In addition, I am interested in learning the local language of the area where I would move to. It is important for me to find opportunities where I can work initially using my English skills while learning the local language.

I am grateful for any advice or information you can share with me.

Best regards,

Santiago Llamas.

@sanllamval

Hello and welcome

Feel free to read the articles of the Work in Switzerland section to gather as much information as possible.

You may also open a new thread to seek advice from members.

All the best

Bhavna

Thank you very much for the info!!

All the best

Hi there,

My name is Diana Khmelnitski.

I moved to Switzerland two years ago with my family, and we’ve happily settled in central Valais. Adjusting to life as an expat has been an exciting journey, but building a business here has brought its own challenges.

Almost a year ago, I launched my business offering personalized balloon backdrops, table art, and full venue decorations for all kinds of events. Whether it’s a birthday, wedding, or corporate gathering, I aim to bring joy and creativity to every celebration.

Joining this community feels like a great way to connect with others who share the expat experience and to spread the word about my services. If you’re planning an event or just want to say hi, I’d love to hear from you!

Looking forward to being part of this vibrant community. 🌟

Warm regards,

Diana Khmelnitski

@Julien

Hi, not sure if this is where I introduce myself.... But I am looking to move to Switzerland under the retirement Visa. I would love to connect with people who have done this, I have questions about bank accounts, taxes, etc especially if they've moved from the US.

Also I will be bringing my small dog with me. Not sure which city I plan to start my adventure in would also love recommendations about that. I love the outdoors and lakes so I was thinking Lugano, having visited that area years ago.

Thanks!

Kit

Hi everyone,

Thato here. I moved to Switzerland, almost a year ago with my husband in the beautiful canton of Geneva.

It's been a journey ... and kicking off this new year, I feel optimistic, excited; and looking forward to making my stay here as memorable, impactful and enjoyable as possible.

To achieve this, I'm also interested in meeting with people currently working in any of the NGO's in Geneva to jump start my mission of service (as I would love to work here), and together, make a difference :-). We can discuss this in more detail over a cup of coffee!

@julien, this is such a great platform and I look forward to experiencing all it has to offer.

Warmest,

Tha

Hi, my name is Daniel Font de Matas, and I will move to Geneva next jun'25 with my family. I am a marketing professional specialised in the publishing industry, among others like technology and consultancy. I will have a visa and work permit and availability for work. If you have any question do not hesitate to contact me ***

Hello danielfont,

Welcome to Expat.com 😀

Please note that for some security reasons, contact details should not be shared on the forum.

Thank you,

Cheryl

Expat.com team

Hello everyone,

I moved to Switzerland, Lugano, with my wife two years ago after receiving a job offer from Sunrise as a Digital Marketing Manager.

We are enjoying our life here, the city and the country are well organized, clean and safe.

Fortunately, our jobs are good and offer good stability.

We enjoy meeting new people, trying new places and restaurants, traveling and playing sports.

I hope to enjoy this community, meet interesting people and get some useful tips from your experience.

Best,

David

Hi everyone,

I'm Maria, and I'm thrilled to be part of this community! I moved to Switzerland 10 years ago (zurich), and over the years, this country has truly become my home. I'm a legal counsel, and run a project to help Portuguese-speaking people to understand and navigate Swiss life.

Having been here for a decade, I’ve navigated many of the challenges that come with settling in a new country. I'm happy to offer any advice or tips for those of you who are new or considering the move, also I'm here to meet new people and learn from all of you,

Looking forward to connecting, exchanging stories, and continuing to celebrate all that makes Switzerland so special.

Cheers,

Maria

Welcome on board Santiago, Diana, Kit, Tha, Daniel, David and Maria !

please do not hesitate to ask all your questions on the Switzerland forum and share your experience if you've already settled in the country 👍

Take care,

Julien

Hello, Expat Community!

My name is Tyler, and I moved from Canada to Switzerland in 2013 after falling in love with a Swiss woman. Fast forward to today—we have two amazing kids, two dogs, and call the Basel region home. I’m now a dual citizen and truly enjoy life here, embracing both Swiss German culture and the German language.

If you're curious about the path to Swiss citizenship or have any questions about life as an expat in Switzerland, I’d be happy to share my experiences and tips!

Looking forward to connecting.

Cheers,

Tyler

Hi @Julien,

I'm Chiara. Thank you for the warm welcome.

I'm a nurse and I live and work in Italy.

I graduated in October 2023.

I'm interested in developing my career in Switzerland; I think that Switzerland as a State is more efficient than Italy, especially in the healthcare.

I also love Swiss landscape and learn new language. I've studied German and French at school; for sure I need to take up the studies but I'm not worried about.

Best regards,

Chiara

My name is Issam Ismaïl.

I came to Switzerland from Syria in 2007 as a restaurant worker. I had to take a French language course. My passion for the restaurant business knows no bounds... This enabled me to open my own restaurant in 2011. Two years ago, I started a new career by opening a transport and moving services company in Lausanne.

Through this community, I hope to exchange ideas and suggestions that may be useful to me in the future.

Best regards

Dear Sir or Madam,

My name is Hadach Lahcen, I am from Morocco and currently working as an English teacher in Vietnam. I am looking for an opportunity to work on a farm or do volunteering work, whether in Zurich or any other region in Switzerland.

I hold a Bachelor's degree in English as well as TEFL and TESOL certificates. I also speak fluent English, French, Spanish, and have a B1 level in German. Additionally, I have extensive work experience in hospitality as a waiter and receptionist, especially in traditional Riads in Marrakech.

I am physically fit, enjoy teamwork, and am ready to take on any type of work on the farm, whether it is fruit picking or other agricultural tasks.

I would be grateful for any opportunity and am available for further information at any time.

Kind regards,

Hadach Lahcen

@lahcenhadach22agda

Hello and welcome !

Please create your CV in the Jobs in Switzerland section for better visibility.

All the best

Bhavna

Hi everyone 💜 I’m Maria, an expat living in Lutry. Like many of you, I’ve felt the ups and downs of relocating—navigating daily life, building new routines, and sometimes forgetting to take time for ourselves.

That experience inspired me to create a small wellness space here in Lutry where I focus on Pilates, strength, mobility & balance. For me, it’s about finding a little place to recharge, move with purpose, and feel supported as we adjust to life here.

If anyone’s curious, I’d be happy to share more.  I’m really looking forward to connecting with others in Vaud, sharing experiences, and learning from this community. Wishing you all balance and wellbeing in your journey here 💜

@Julien

Hello everyone,

My name is Joven Burlaza , and I’m from the Philippines. I’m interested in opportunities to work and live in Switzerland, especially seasonal or agricultural jobs like fruit picking. I would love to learn more about the lifestyle, work permits, and experiences of other expats already living there.

Looking forward to connecting with you all and hearing your stories.

Best regards,

Joven Burlaza

Hi everyone, 

I’m Marie-Laure from France. I spent some time in Geneva last summer and I really enjoyed it! I’m planning to move there in November 2026 to live and work in Switzerland. 

I graduated at the end of 2024 in web & mobile app development, and my goal is to grow as a full stack developer. I’m also open to new professional opportunities while preparing my move. 

At the moment I’m working as a manager assistant and HR manager. I started in my company as an accountant, so I’ve had the chance to discover different roles over time. 

French is my native language, and I’m working on improving my English to communicate more confidently. 

I’d love to hear your experiences about moving to Switzerland and what daily life is like there. Any advice or tips are very welcome! 

Best regards, 

Marie-Laure

Hello Marie-Laure,

Welcome to Expat.com 😀

Thank you for sharing your plans with us!

I suggest starting by reading our “Living in Switzerland: the ultimate expat guide.” If you have any questions, please start a new thread on the Switzerland forum to interact more easily with other members.

Wishing you all the best,

Cheryl

Expat.com team

@MLExpat

I wish you the best

Hi all,

I am Mahwesh, moved to Switzerland 9 years ago with my husband and our three daughters. Lived in Geneva first two years as an expat, working in one of the international organizations and kids going to the international school. But then moved to Lausanne and that is where the real Swiss experience started as soon as I got out of the "international bubble". Husband and I both started working for local Swiss companies in Lausanne and kids started the public school system. I am so grateful we did that because today the children are fully integrated, and my husband and I have many friends. Really enjoying being able to put our roots down here and call Switzerland home.

Only work in progress is learning French! I am still at a B1 level after so many years!

Look forward to engaging with everyone

@KhanM

Hi Mahwesh,

Welcome to the forum and thank you for sharing your experience! It’s wonderful to hear how you and your family have settled in and integrated into Swiss life.

Good luck with your French. Reaching B1 is already a great achievement, and living in the community will definitely help you progress further.

Looking forward to seeing you around the forum!

Bhavna

Hello everyone,

My name is Mary Karimi Limbua, and I’m writing from Kenya. I’m a veteran educator with over 24 years of experience in teaching STEM subjects, pastoral care, and guidance counseling. I currently serve as Head of Agriculture and Guidance Counselor at Kahawa Garrison Secondary School, and I’ve also worked as a House Mistress in a girls’ boarding school.

I’m actively preparing to relocate to Switzerland or another safe, sponsored destination where I can serve as a live-in nanny, houseparent, or educator. I’m passionate about mentoring young people, creating structured and nurturing environments, and building authentic relationships with families and communities abroad.

I recently joined Expat.com to connect with others on similar journeys, learn from your experiences, and explore opportunities that align with my values. If you have advice, leads, or encouragement to share, I’d be deeply grateful.

Thank you for welcoming me into this community!

Warm regards, 

Mary Karimi Limbua