Opening a Swiss bank account
How resident, non-resident and digital banks differ, what documents you need, and which account suits your salary, currency and family.
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Banking and money for your first Swiss year
Choosing the right bank, building Swiss credit, and structuring your salary and savings — without the local jargon.
Mortgages for expats
Affordability rules, the 20% equity requirement, fixed vs SARON rates and what banks need from B/L/C-permit holders.
Building Swiss credit
From your first phone contract to a Swiss credit card — practical steps to be ZEK-friendly without overpaying.
Multi-currency & remittances
Send salary home, hold USD/EUR/GBP and avoid the 3% FX tax every Swiss bank quietly charges.
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