Relocating to Switzerland Without the Friction — Hands-on Local Support in Zurich, Zug & Surroundings.
From securing your apartment to municipality registration (Gemeinde), health insurance, and schools: we guide every practical step of your family’s arrival in English, German, and Portuguese.
WHY LOCAL SUPPORT
Your lawyer handles visas and taxes. HelvetiaLink handles your arrival on the ground.
Moving to Zurich or Zug takes far more than an EU passport or a Swiss employment contract. With rental vacancy rates below 0.2%, local property managers (Verwaltungen) operating almost exclusively in German, and strict legal deadlines in your first days, newly arrived families often lose months and thousands of francs in temporary housing.
Direct representation in German with landlords, property agencies, and local authorities.
Rental application dossiers structured to Swiss market standards.
Flexible formats — from on-demand hourly assistance to full arrival management, with transparent quotes.
Tailored Support Formats
Every relocation moves at its own pace. We offer both fixed-scope packages and flexible hourly assistance, tailored after a complimentary 15-minute discovery call.
ON DEMAND
On-Demand / Hourly Support
Ideal for targeted needs and flexible, pay-as-you-go local assistance.
In-person accompaniment to apartment viewings with German translation
Hands-on support for municipal registration (Anmeldung at the Gemeinde)
Practical document review and guidance for Swiss health insurance (KVG) and bank setup
MOST POPULAR
Home Search & Arrival
Comprehensive support to secure your long-term apartment and settle in smoothly.
Active property search and curation across Zurich, Zug, and surrounding areas
Preparation and translation of your Swiss rental dossier in German
In-person apartment viewings (with live video if you are still abroad)
Accompaniment at key handover, Gemeinde registration, and initial arrival setup
END TO END
Full Family VIP Transition
End-to-end relocation management for families and executives seeking a seamless move.
Everything included in Home Search & Arrival
Assistance securing furnished temporary housing for your first weeks
Coordination of visits to international, bilingual, or local public schools
Direct introductions to licensed Swiss immigration lawyers and tax fiduciaries (Treuhänder)
ABOUT
Behind HelvetiaLink
Hi, I’m Daniel. HelvetiaLink grew out of my firsthand experience living, working, and navigating Swiss bureaucracy from the inside—and seeing how often expat families lose time and money in their first months simply due to language barriers and unwritten local rules.Fluent in English, German, Portuguese, and Dutch, I act personally as your family’s bridge on the ground. There are no middlemen or junior handoffs—you deal directly with me on WhatsApp from your first apartment search to your town hall registration.
Frequently Asked Questions About Moving to Switzerland
Do I need EU citizenship to move to Switzerland?
Dual citizens holding an EU/EFTA passport (such as Portuguese or Italian) benefit from free movement and can apply for a Swiss residence permit (Permit B) with an employment contract or proof of sufficient financial means. Non-EU citizens require employer-sponsored work permits or specific residency pathways — in those cases, we connect you with licensed Swiss immigration lawyers.
Why is renting an apartment in Zurich and Zug so competitive?
Housing supply in Zurich and Zug is exceptionally tight. Swiss landlords receive dozens of applications per listing and prioritize complete German-language dossiers, household income of at least 3x the monthly rent, and strong local references.
Can I book just a few hours of help instead of a full package?
Yes. You can engage us on an hourly basis for specific tasks (such as attending an apartment viewing or completing your town hall registration) or opt for a tailored fixed-scope package covering your entire move.
What are the mandatory deadlines right after arriving in Switzerland?
You must register your residence at your local municipality (Anmeldung at the Gemeinde) within 14 days of arrival (and before starting work), and take out mandatory Swiss basic health insurance (KVG) within 3 months.
Does HelvetiaLink provide legal, tax, or insurance brokerage advice?
No. We focus strictly on practical relocation logistics, property search, and administrative coordination. Whenever tax structuring, complex visa filings, or financial planning are required, we introduce you to licensed Swiss lawyers and fiduciaries (Treuhänder).
Request a Tailored Quote
Share a few details about your move to receive a customized proposal (fixed-scope or hourly) or schedule our complimentary 15-minute discovery call.
Prefer to reach out directly? Email [email protected] or WhatsApp +41 76 795 88 79.
HelvetiaLink
Legal Notice: HelvetiaLink provides practical relocation, property search, and administrative support services in Switzerland and does not provide legal, tax, or financial advice.
Impressum: HelvetiaLink — Daniel Pereira | Pünt 5, 8598 Bottighofen, Switzerland | Email: [email protected]