Why do people move to Switzerland?
When we asked people why foreigners move to Switzerland, they responded...
"Switzerland is renowned for its high quality of life and numerous employment opportunities. The country is also known for its stunning landscape, vibrant cities, culture and superb transport system. Expats are also drawn to the country thanks to its excellent education system, low crime rate and renowned banking sector. Additionally, Switzerland has low taxes and offers expansive access to the European Union (EU). The country also prides itself on its strong sense of neutrality and international recognition for its stability and neutrality," said another expat in Switzerland.
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Why do people move to Switzerland?
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.