The differences between work and residence permits in Switzerland :
In Switzerland, there are important differences between work permits and residence permits.
The work permit is issued to people who wish to work in Switzerland. In order to obtain a work permit, it is generally necessary to have obtained a work contract with a Swiss employer, and to meet eligibility criteria such as required…
How to claim a rent reduction ?
28 March 2023
How to claim a rent reduction ?
In Switzerland, tenants have the right to request a rent reduction if the terms of their lease have not been respected or if there are defects in the accommodation. Here are the steps to take to apply for a rent reduction:
1. Review the lease…
Renovated flats and rent: what the LDTR requires ?
28 March 2023
Renovated flats and rent: what the LDTR requires ?
The LDTR (Loi sur les démolitions, transformations et rénovations de maisons d’habitation) sets out rules for residential leases in Geneva, Switzerland.
According to this law, rents must be calculated objectively and…
How to terminate your labor contract ?
28 March 2023
Qué es la asistencia jurídica?
In Switzerland, the procedure for terminating a labor contract depends on the type of contract and the duration of the employment.
For fixed-term contracts, it is generally not possible to terminate them before the end of the agreed period, except in cases of serious misconduct or by mutual agreement between the employer and the employee.
For open-ended…
Maternity leave and maternity allowance: all you need to know
In Switzerland, women workers are entitled to 14 weeks of maternity leave, 8 weeks of which are taken after giving birth. During this period, they are entitled to a maternity allowance, which is paid by the…
Adoption: everything you need to know
28 March 2023
Adoption: everything you need to know
In Switzerland, adoption is governed by the Civil Code and the procedure varies depending on whether the adoption concerns a child in Switzerland or abroad.
1. Adopting a child in Switzerland
In order to adopt a child in Switzerland…
Is it possible to reduce the inheritance of a disabled child ?
In Switzerland, it is possible to reduce the inheritance of a disabled child in certain specific situations, but this is subject to strict conditions and must be done with caution.
The reduction of the inheritance of a disabled child is possible if the child is under legal protection, such as guardianship or trusteeship, due to his or…
Swiss inheritance with children domiciled in France
28 March 2023
Swiss inheritance with children domiciled in France
1. Applicable rules
In case of succession in Switzerland involving children domiciled in France, several rules apply.
First of all, it is important to specify that the succession is governed by the law applicable to the…
Swiss inheritance with property in France
28 March 2023
Swiss inheritance with property in France
In case of an inheritance in Switzerland involving real estate located in France, several rules apply.
First of all, it is important to specify that the succession is governed by the law of the last domicile of the deceased.
Thus, if…
The alimony debt: what you need to know
28 March 2023
The alimony debt: what you need to know
In Switzerland, the Civil Code provides that parents are obliged to financially support their children, even in the event of separation or divorce. This duty of maintenance may also extend to grandparents and other close relatives in case of need.
If one parent does not fulfill his or her child support obligations, the other parent can ask the judge to fix a…