From Canada to Switzerland: Setting Up Home and Business
Moving to Switzerland as an entrepreneur involves more than finding a place to live. Lev needed to establish himself in a new country, set up his business and find a furnished apartment that was ready to move into while still allowing him to register officially.
SwissNest supported him from the initial orientation through to his housing and business setup.
The challenge
Lev was relocating from Canada as a single entrepreneur. He needed:
A furnished, move-in ready apartment
Utilities, WiFi and laundry included
A location that suited his lifestyle and daily routine
An apartment where he could officially register
Guidance on setting up his business in Switzerland
Local contacts to help him get established
How we helped
We supported Lev with both the personal and professional side of his relocation:
Explored different areas during an orientation tour to help him decide where to live
Found a furnished, move-in ready apartment that met his practical requirements and allowed official registration
Advised on business setup options and helped develop a strategy for establishing his business in Switzerland
Connected him with relevant local contacts for the next steps of his business setup
Provided ongoing practical support as he navigated his relocation and self-employment setup
Rather than treating the apartment search and business setup as separate tasks, we looked at the bigger picture and helped Lev build a practical setup for his new life in Switzerland.
The result
Lev was able to move into a furnished apartment that was ready from day one while establishing himself as an entrepreneur in Switzerland.
He went on to build Fortis Jiu Jitsu Academy in Lausanne, turning his plans into an established business in Switzerland.
Client feedback
“Great experience with SwissNest Relocation. Moving to Switzerland involves a lot of paperwork and logistics, but they made the process much easier to navigate. Communication was excellent, they were professional throughout, and they were always quick to answer questions. I felt well supported from start to finish and would definitely recommend their services.”
Why local support matters
For an entrepreneur relocating to Switzerland, finding an apartment is only one part of getting established.
SwissNest can help with the practical side of the move, from understanding where to live and finding suitable furnished housing to exploring business setup options and connecting with local contacts.
Planning your move to Switzerland?
Whether you are relocating for work, starting a business or building a new life here, we can help you navigate the practical side of your move.
Book your free 20-minute consultation or mail us at hello@swissnest-relocation.ch
