Welcome to Geneva.

Watched over by Mont Blanc, tucked between the Alps and the Jura mountains, lapped by Lake Geneva, this is a tiny city (population 176,000) of overwhelming natural beauty. Add clean mountain air, superb public transport and a public school system which is the envy of the world, and it's easy to see why nearly 200 international bodies, from the World Trade Organization to the United Nations, have made their headquarters here as well as many multi-nationals. Add the legendary banks, good restaurants on every corner, bridge clubs and fur coats wherever you look and Bienvenue à Genève!

Getting There
Everything you need for a trouble-free touch down: from understanding visas and getting hold of the best air tickets, through shipping the furniture and finding a hotel for those first few house-hunting weeks. Take a look at our guide and make sure you arrive in style.

Living There
How do you get to the front of the housing queue in the face of fierce competition? Which neighborhoods are best for raising kids? We take you through the intricacies of buying or renting your home. Click here for Swiss healthcare explained, home essentials made simple, all you need to know about transportation and, last but not least, a handle on how much it all costs.

Raising Kids There
All the facts on Geneva’s educational facilities: curricula, fees and all-important feedback from our on-the-ground team. Childcare options for younger kids, from crèches and kindergartens to somewhere to park junior for an hour or two. And just for fun, the best family restaurants, and museums that won’t have them reaching for the playstation.

Playing There
When it comes to leisure, the residents of Geneva have two major passions: eating out and shopping! And since they lead the world in both these pursuits, we’re sure you won’t want to wait long before checking our listings of the city’s best shops and restaurants. Not to mention health clubs, nightlife, theater, and of course, great Alpine skiing and hiking.

Working There
We’re here to help you get down to the serious issues: the legal side of setting up a business, how to rent offices without paying an arm and a leg, the niceties of Swiss business etiquette. Looking for an English-speaking lawyer? Need some help choosing the best bank? It's all here.

Spouse Survival Kit
So you are here with your partner? Does that mean you have to sit at home? Our survival kit helps you make the leap – form friendships, find work, join clubs, network, take courses, keep busy.


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