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Information about Switzerland
A combination of Italy, France and Germany! Start your day by visiting the finest churches this country offers, like the Cathedrals in Lausanne and Bern, and end your day in one of the top nightclubs or restaurants. One day you can just drink beer and eat sausages, while the next day you will enjoy a lovely pasta with a glass of Merlot. Don't forget the Swiss chocolate with unexpected flavors, because you will not find any better!
Key Facts about Switzerland
Population:
8,517,000
Time zone: GMT +2
Currency: CHF (1 CHF = 1.0934 USD)
Telephone country code: +41
Largest cities in Switzerland:
- 1. Zurich: 340,000
- 2. Geneva: 185,000
- 3. Basel: 165,000
- 4. Bern: 120,000
- 5. Lausanne: 115,000
Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 01 Dec. 2022 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of Switzerland in your country. List of embassies and consulates of Switzerland on the official website - Federal Department of Foreign Affairs FDFA of Switzerland.
Cost of Living:
- Big Mac price (Switzerland average):
6.14 CHF (30% more expensive than in USA)
Mains electricity:
- Residential voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
Q&A - Questions and answers about Switzerland
- I would like to join an intensive course.“We do indeed have excellent partner schools offering intensive courses in Switzerland.”Sawsan Zein, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 17, 2023Are there any French courses available in Switzerland?“In Switzerland, the school International Language School in Bern offers a French course in the evening. The programme includes 4 lessons per week and the minimum required booking is an 8-week course.
”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 12, 2023Do you provide courses for a 13 year old girl? Do you provide accommodations or visa support?“We have two partner schools in Switzerland that offer youth camp courses, please check the school page for the types of accommodation available:
1. Les Elfes International, Verbia
2. friLingue Language Camps, Liddes
You need to consult the embassy to confirm the visa information and apply for the visa yourself. The school will provide you with the offer letter after you pay the full amount.”Susan Wang, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 05, 2022FAQ about schools in Switzerland
- I have a 13-year-old daughter who has to learn German for her school placement.“We have a number of partner schools in Switzerland that offer both summer or winter camps for teenagers in the summer and private lessons if you wish to learn more quickly and individually. Contact our agents and they will be happy to assist you with your booking. ”Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 06, 2024What is the date of entry?“For the start date, you can start every Monday but if you are a beginner, some schools have fixed start dates. You should choose a school first and look for the course you would like to take.
”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 31, 2023Can I pay the fees upon arrival?“Most of our partner schools ask the student to pay the fees before arrival. In your confirmation email, you will find exactly when the fees are expected to be paid. For most of the time, it is 2 weeks before the starting date. ”Madly Simba, FR Consultant from LanguageCourse.net - Jun 29, 2022