Planning a trip to Switzerland
Many employers prefer to get to know you personally before offering you a contract. Additionally, it’s helpful for you to gain a clearer picture of the organization, your future colleagues, and the working environment. This can help you make a more informed decision about which organization best aligns with your goals and ambitions.
To give everyone the opportunity to visit Switzerland, we offer a maximum application budget of €300. This applies on the condition that you sign a contract for at least 12 months. Make sure to claim these expenses within 3 months after you start. Always keep receipts of your expenses and ask your contact person for the reimbursement form.
To assist you in planning your trip, we’ve put together a few handy tips and tricks.
Tips for Planning Your Trip
- Choosing a date: Select a suitable time to spend a few days in Switzerland. Inform potential employers of your plan to visit Switzerland for a personal meeting and ask if they are available on your chosen date.
- Scheduling meetings: We recommend not scheduling more than two meetings per day. Ideally, plan one meeting per day so you can approach it in a relaxed way and still have time to explore the surroundings.
- Book transportation early: Compare prices of flights, trains or buses and book early to get the best rates.
- Plan your route: For public transport in Switzerland, check schedules at www.sbb.ch. If you plan to travel a lot, a multi-day Interrail pass can be useful. More information can be found at www.interrail.eu.
Websites for Flights
- Skyscanner: A powerful comparison site with price alerts and flexible date options.
- Google Flights: Easy to use, with a clear price calendar showing the cheapest days to fly.
- Cheaptickets: Often offers competitive deals, especially for European travel.
Tips for Flights
- Book as early as possible to secure better prices.
- Use price alerts to monitor fare drops.
- Be flexible with travel dates. Flying midweek is often cheaper.
Websites for Public Transport
- NS International: International train routes from the Netherlands.
- Deutsche Bahn: Travel via Germany.
- Trainline: Compares tickets from multiple railway companies.
- FlixBus: Affordable bus connections across Europe.
Tips for Public Transport
- Train tickets are usually cheaper when booked well in advance.
Websites for Accommodations
- Booking.com: Wide range of hotels, apartments and hostels with flexible cancellation.
- Airbnb: Unique stays with local hosts.
- Trivago: Compares hotel prices across platforms.
- Hostelworld: Ideal for budget friendly stays.
General Information About Traveling to Switzerland
Do you want tips to prepare for your introductory day? Visit https://www.physiomatch.com/en/meeting/ for more information.