A brief portrait

The political system in Switzerland

Religion

Leisure activities

Upon your arrival in the canton of Jura

Opening hours of shops and on public holidays

Residence authorisations (or permits)

Personal liability insurance

Drugs, alcohol and tobacco

Pets

Rules and customs in Switzerland

What is integration?

Integration offerings

Asylum in Switzerland

Schools and education in Switzerland

Compulsory schooling

Post-compulsory education (secondary school II)

Transitional options

Higher education and university

Recognition of diplomas and validation of experience

Learning French

Language

Learning French

Entering the labour market

Looking for and finding work

Rights and obligations

Unemployment insurance

Recognition of diplomas and validation of experience

What is racism and discrimination?

What does the law say about racism?

Have you been a victim or witness of racism? What should you do?

Taking action against racism?

My money

Taxes in Switzerland

Debts

Living with little money

The social security system

Old age pension scheme (the 3 pillars)

Invalidity insurance

Unemployment insurance

Health and accident insurance

Parents and family: leave and financial assistance

Social assistance

Finding an apartment/house

Renting an apartment

Neighbours

TV/internet/telephone

Waste collection

By train and bus

Getting around by car or motorcycle

By bicycle / On foot / On horseback

Driving licence

Emergency numbers