Do you have to learn German to live in Switzerland?

The short answer: Yes, you can find work without speaking German. In fact, many people have found jobs and managed to build a career in Switzerland without being fluent in German. There are many international organisations and companies in Switzerland that have English as their company language.

What language should I learn when moving to Switzerland?

French and German are some of the most commonly used languages for business. Bern is the capital of Switzerland and so this fact alone shows how important it is to learn French if travelling to Switzerland or doing business in Switzerland.

Is German or French more useful in Switzerland?

There is also little solidarity between French and Italian speakers. People from the German part of the country are more likely to consider French useful (46 per cent) than the inhabitants of Italian-speaking southern Switzerland (30 per cent).

Can you study in Switzerland without knowing German?

Besides, most universities have many programs in English, with most international students speaking English, French, or German. Students can study at a Swiss university in German, French, Italian, or English. Also, students can take a university language test if they do not have a valid language degree.

Do I need to learn French to live in Switzerland?

NO. Firstly, Switzerland has an Italian speaking part where French or German are not required at all. Secondly, depending on your profession, you might find work and thus get a living permit without language skills. I often have patients that speak just English.

Can I learn German in Switzerland?

Yes you can learn standard German without any problem. There are numerous schools and classes teaching standard German. In fact you will more easily find courses in standard German than in Swiss German. You can also speak standard German routinely in Switzerland; all Swiss Germans understand and speak standard German.

Can you speak High German in Switzerland?

The speakers speak either Swiss Standard German, or a Swiss German dialect, and they are conscious about this choice. Nevertheless, about 10\%, or 828,200, of Swiss residents speak High German (also called Standard German) at home, but mainly due to the presence of German immigrants.

Can you live in Switzerland only speaking French?

Yes, as long as you live in the French-speaking part. While many Swiss speak French not everyone is fluent. Switzerland has four official languages: German, French, Italian and Romansh. If you would want to live and work in Zürich for instance, where they speak German, getting by with just French will not work.

Can I study in Switzerland if I only speak English?

It is possible but you will miss out on many experiences if you do not speak the local language (either French, Swiss German, Italian or to a much lesser extent Romansh).

What are the requirements to study in Switzerland?

For access to Swiss universities, a valid Swiss maturity certificate or an equivalent foreign upper secondary school-leaving certificate qualifying for university entrance is required. Each of the universities makes its own decisions as to what certificates and qualifications it recognizes.

Can I live in Switzerland if I only speak English?

English is not recognized as an official language but is still quite commonly spoken due to widespead teaching. Zurich and Geneva especially are very international cities and you will perfectly fine using English there as well as the other major cities.