Canton Bern
Services for expats in Bern
34 providers in and around Bern, by category and language. Every listing is checked by hand.
Services in Bern
34 providers in 10 categories
Guides for this
Moving to Bern
A guide to living in Bern is on its way. Until then, these cover the first steps anywhere in Switzerland.
Checklist
Your first 90 days in Switzerland
Register within 14 days, get health insurance within 3 months, then deposit, tax at source and Serafe: a sourced checklist for your first 90 days.
How it works
B, L and C permits in Switzerland: what’s the difference
L, B, C and G permits compared: EU/EFTA vs non-EU rules, 2026 quotas, renewals, family reunification and when you can get a C permit, with sources.
How to choose
How to choose a Swiss health insurer
Choose your Swiss health insurance deductible (franchise), model and supplementary cover with a clear framework, the legal limits and switching deadlines.