The upside is that there are tons and tons of internationals in the city, so you will definitely have friends. Having spent a total of two weeks in London on two separate occasions and having lived in NYC for two years, both are among my favorite cities in the world. You can only add one review per city or it replaces/edits your old one.

During winter is quite safe plus much cheaper. Actually, cultural offerings are pretty good. Not huge, but there is a lot to do. There is an app which allows you to go to a different co working space once per week for free.

Just remember this, people working at supermarkets make 2 usd/per hour. As a local there, I can say that I almost never carry cash with me. I am interested in hearing your theories, would you care to elaborate? I'm 24, I'm in my last year of university doing computer science, got 3 years of experience mostly doing web development. Im staying at a co working hostel here and everyone is super friendly and welcoming.

Rent has crept up but still far better value than where I came from.

One month is usually a bit more doable. We're sponsored by SafetyWing.com and I use them. Cancel anytime. Many people choose to cycle instead.

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The Alps sure are pretty. Expensive though and not very easy to meet other nomads. Please help? The Swiss are known for their love of rules and regulations, and in comparison to other parts of the world, they can be quite pedantic. Wow, great idea. Super fun and beautiful city. I’m hoping for someone who can commit to a whole month (either all June or all May). This means sterile. The weather in London and Zurich are both equally shit.

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This has not been a problem for a very long time, except for parking and maybe some few ice cream and hot marroni stands.

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If you want to live like a local, then you can save a lot of money.


This service is free of charge and will help you select an international moving company that suits your needs and budget. Compared to that, Zurich is actually not that horribly expensive either, just normal expensive, and you earn a lot more in most jobs. You probably won't have any real Swiss friends until you've been here for 10 years. It's not a huge city (so you can bike and walk easily), but there is still a lot going on.

We are looking for contributors to help make this the ultimate guide for expats. From cultural differences to finding good accommodation to language barriers, expats should be prepared for both the challenges and advantages that come with moving to Switzerland's biggest city.

Generally - and this is my personal opinion only -, compared to the US, people tend to be a more cautious or passive about making new friends, but you tend to get a more profound relationship out of it, once it actually comes to exist. Londoners are quite internationally and ethnically diverse, and seemingly better educated and more intellectual than New Yorkers in aggregate. It is a great place to live generally, offering high quality of life, and it would hands down be the best city to live in Germany if: 686 usd/month refers to an apartment in a high class condo, right in the city centre and seconds away from the BTS(train station). Consider living in one of the nearby towns with good S-Bahn connections, it's considerably cheaper and you can still get to places fairly quickly. Based on Zurich's cost of living, here's selected remote jobs that would cover your costs: Berlin is overall a great city to be.

Zurich is a diverse city and popular with expats, and English is the general lingua franca. See the FAQ. Context: have been here for over a year in grad school, speak fluent German, have talked to several Swiss people about my theory behind why they are hard to befriend and they agreed.

Compared to London: You'll be able to save more, i.e.

Rome has tourist fatigue. Any chance any other nomads are planning a similar trip and have an interest in pooling our resources for housing since it can be a bit on the pricey side there? better ratio of net salary vs. cost of living (as long as you stay out of the center, which is totally fine since public transport brings you there in 10-15min, my recommendation is Oerlikon).

Reviews with URLs or emails are removed. Didn't like this city that much. Way less choice of cultural offerings (essentially 1M city vs. 14M city). Switzerland is well known to have high standards of living, and expats can look forward to state-of-the-art amenities. And on top of that, commuting will be way easier in Zurich.

(I'm still not sure wheter moving a couch by tram is legal,but nobody complained). Every question like this needs to be answered from a comparative perspective. Many Swiss don't even bother to try and get it clean enough themselves, they hire professional cleaners.

My alternative would be London, I need to pick between them. Zurich is perfect for this! ❌ Nomad List members didn't like going here. From cultural differences to finding good accommodation to language barriers, expats should be prepared for both the challenges and advantages that come with moving to Switzerland's biggest city. It's not a lot, since my studies don't allow me to pick up a full time job, but it allows me to cover simple expenses.

Chiang Mai and Thailand in general is becoming more difficult to stay longer term.

The Swiss people generally follow the Christian rule of resting on Sundays and spending time with their family. What can you do for fun? I have my own ideas about why the swiss are - or at least appear to be - hard to make friends with.

How do I go about insurance and such once I decide to move. The transport system in Zurich consists of a network of trains, buses and even boats. About language: a lot of people speak English, but you will want to learn some German if you stay for a while. Get unlimited members-only access to 1,351+ cities, Ask questions and learn from thousands of others. Cancel anytime, Save 88% vs monthly.

You might get really, really lucky, but usually even expensive flats get dozens of applicants. Short-term rental prices here are brutal. Zurich is well-known as a shopping destination, and Bahnhofstrasse is globally acknowledged as one of the most exclusive and expensive shopping streets in the world. It is advised to invest in some good-quality winter gear, such as boots, coats, hats and gloves. Log in. The tenant selection process can also be a hassle, and even if all the requirements are met, the decision to rent out a place ultimately lies with the landlord.

Lots of cool bars and clubs and there are parks with free electric grills and the like.

Questions? We had a really nice summer this year though :). I never liked the idea of staying in one place, getting a job and growing roots - hence the will to take the opportunity and travel the world. After rental, you're supposed to return your appartment in a clean state. We will get back to you soon. While the cold is ideal for skiing, expats from more tropical climates might have a difficult time adapting to the winter. Zurich is quite pleasant during the summer months, and there is a myriad of activities available for nature-lovers. I currently live in Switzerland and do freelance work for one company. Apparently, the alternative is London. 7-day money-back guarantee. Better how is Zurich compared to NY, London, HK, or where ever you are now. If you don't want to live in a tech / expat mono-culture then it's for you. Expats might be subject to some rules when they rent an apartment – for example, not being allowed to wash their cars on Sundays. We have discounts for #WomenInTech, tweet @nomadlist for info. Why isn't Nomad List free? Depends on your dates, possibly late June/Early July (already have plans for May and first few weeks of June). Getting an anonymous letter on your second day in your new appartment explaining you can't hang your sheets over the bacony was the way we were welcomed by the neighbors in one appartment.

Expats will find that they are obliged to find and pay for their own health insurance, which can be quite costly. (no counting the people I introduced him to) And he isn't the only one I know. Public transport is 2.70 EUR/ticket. Should I bring/import my car to Zurich, Switzerland. Is it easy/affordable to find rent close to the city center?

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It's got an amazing tech scene but ALSO world class media, fashion, finance, art industries and many others. Schools, public transport and health insurance are famously pricey, and the cost of living, in general, is expensive. Although we didn't need it, English level of most people is pretty good. Nice, safe city with great historical center. Because of the short supply of accommodation in Zurich, expats might have a hard time in finding a suitable space to live. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Not huge, but there is a lot to do.