Begin your studies in Switzerland with expert local guidance
Swisstudy prepares international students for language, undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes across Lausanne, Geneva, Neuchâtel, and the rest of Switzerland. We secure housing, permits, insurance, and day-to-day logistics before you arrive.
- Dedicated advisor covering housing, residence permits, insurance, banking, and mobility
- Network of vetted lawyers, landlords, and schools with more than 20 years of Swiss experience
Prepare your plan
Assess your profile, shortlist programmes, structure the visa timeline, and organise documentation with us.
Coordinate your arrival
We arrange housing viewings, review contracts, and secure permit, bank, insurance, and telecom appointments.
Settle in confidently
Benefit from airport reception, orientation walks, and proactive follow-ups throughout your first semester.
Independent advisors orchestrating every step of your Swiss move
From the first enquiry to your first lectures, Swisstudy aligns each administrative, academic, and lifestyle milestone so you can focus on learning.
Our Lausanne and Neuchâtel advisors coordinate accommodation, residence permits, banking, insurance, mobility, and orientation while families follow transparent checklists and receive timely updates.
Choose your study pathway
Comprehensive relocation support for international students
Select the services you need. Every engagement is transparent and delivered by multilingual advisors who studied in Switzerland themselves.
Before you arrive
Programme selection, admissions strategy, visa planning, and personalised document checklists aligned with your deadlines.
Housing and settlement
Curated housing shortlist, contract negotiation, deposit administration, and move-in coordination with trusted partners.
Legal and financial setup
Residence permits, municipal registrations, bank accounts, health insurance, and mobile subscriptions organised alongside you.
Life and academic coaching
City orientation, employment coaching, interview simulations, and ongoing follow-ups throughout the academic year.
A single point of contact with proven Swiss expertise
We blend relocation, legal, and academic insight to create dependable outcomes for students and families.
Certified local partners
Collaboration with notaries, landlords, insurance brokers, and universities across Romandy.
Transparent digital tracking
Families monitor progress in real time through our secure student portal and status reports.
Proactive risk management
We anticipate visa, housing, and permit risks early and prepare contingency options together.
Support for parents
Regular briefings, emergency contacts, and multilingual communication keep everyone informed.
Guiding students towards confident, independent lives in Switzerland
Our mission is to make every administrative and cultural step predictable so that you can focus on your studies.
Mission
Deliver a structured relocation framework covering housing, legal formalities, and academic onboarding.
Vision
Become the most trusted advisory partner for international students settling in Switzerland.
Values
Discretion, empathy, and operational excellence in every interaction.
Structured timeline from planning to integration
Our methodology keeps you informed at every stage and adapts to your programme requirements.
Initial consultation
Discuss objectives, budget, and arrival dates with a senior advisor to map the overall plan.
Planning dossier
Receive a personalised roadmap with document lists, appointment scheduling, and housing preferences.
Arrival execution
Complete registrations, open accounts, finalise accommodation, and settle mobility arrangements together.
Post-arrival support
Monthly check-ins, translation assistance, and a direct escalation path for urgent matters.
Within 48 hours
Day 1–2Receive your roadmap, recommended housing options, and next milestones after onboarding.
Pre-arrival weeks
Weeks 2–8Submit documentation, attend remote coaching sessions, and confirm bookings before departure.
First semester
Months 1–6Stay connected through progress reviews, parent updates, and academic-life workshops.
Answers to common questions
When should I begin preparing for Switzerland?+
We recommend starting three to six months before your target arrival. This leaves enough time to secure housing, collect visa documents, and plan your administrative appointments without rushing.
Do you also support families or accompanying partners?+
Yes. We coordinate residence permits, housing arrangements, and orientation for accompanying family members and keep everyone aligned through shared checklists and calls.
Which regions of Switzerland do you cover?+
Our base is in Lausanne and Neuchâtel, and we regularly assist students relocating to Geneva, Zurich, Basel, and other Swiss cities.
Progress tracking
See advisor updates on a single screen and watch your progress bar advance at each step.
Document uploads
Upload files securely and receive immediate feedback when something needs attention.
Needs assessment
Flag priorities such as housing, residence permits, or bank accounts so we schedule them first.
Fast onboarding
Answer a few questions on first login to generate a personalised action plan.
Let’s plan your move to Switzerland
Share your plans and our advisors will reply within one business day with next steps tailored to you.