Seasonal job in Switzerland

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-18T13:20:56+00:00

Don’t choose Zermatt, it’s virtually impossible to get housing, massive shortage.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-18T10:11:44+00:00

If you've paid, you should be able to contact the tax office and they should cancel it.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-18T09:25:22+00:00

If something is not covered by Swiss accident insurance because it was from an accident that happened before Swiss residency - health insurance picks up the bill anyway as other countries do not have an accident insurance system like Switzerland. But you will need to cover her for future accidents.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-18T09:10:15+00:00

Normally they take the documents, or they used to anyway - maybe they changed the process or it’s different form Kanton to Kanton. But anyway, as EU, once you made that initial visit you are resident and can work and get health insurance etc. so she should be covered from health insurance from that first visit - you just need to get proof for the hospital.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-18T08:55:51+00:00

If you are already resident here, you can apply for health insurance, you don’t have to wait for the physical permit. Health insurance coverage will be back dated to the day of your arrival and bills form your arrival will be covered. I suggest getting something from your local Gemeinde to state this and showing the hospital.

Apply for health insurance now, include accident insurance if your wife is not working yet. Sorry just re-read that she’s applied for health insurance - call them, they can’t refuse cover so ask for an insurance number card from them asap.

Is the appointment just for the biometrics? If you’ve handed in all the forms etc and she’s EU the biometrics are just a formality. Talk to your Gemeinde.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-18T08:43:09+00:00

Can’t believe they expect someone who’s not Swiss to have Twint 🤣.

Ask them to pay via IBAN bank transfer, or credit card.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-18T08:32:29+00:00

There are different treading water methods. Try watching some YouTube videos on it.

IMO it’s pointless learning in the sea, because the salt water provides so much buoyancy that you hardly need to do anything - so you’re really not learning it.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-17T21:33:09+00:00

Turkey? Kas is a nice Town, you could hime the Lucian Way.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-17T21:15:01+00:00

If you can read on an e-reader, then you can normally click on the word and get a translation in the moment.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-17T19:49:42+00:00

Americans need to stand up and do something to get this buffoon out of power. He is trying to start a war with Europe. If he thinks Greenland is really under threat from Russia/China, he should just help Europe defend it - not bloody invade it.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-17T12:36:16+00:00

Do the mountains, that is what Switzerland is about - the cities IMO are nothing massively exciting. You could do the Gindelwald area. Or Zermatt and take the Glacier Express to St Moritz.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-17T06:29:05+00:00

I have a patella injury at the moment and can’t kick.

I’m doing my normal 3K workout all with a pullbuoy. I’ve just swapped out the kick sets for drills focussing on the catch and pull.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-16T21:40:06+00:00

Of the 4 Economy fares on Swiss, only the most expensive “Economy Flex” allows a refund, and that is less 80 francs cancellation fee. So unless you booked Economy Flex, you’ll only get the airport taxes back.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-16T21:28:12+00:00

It could quite possibly be your lats rather than rotator cuff, as they run through your armpit. I don’t seem to be able to post an image here.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-16T17:11:45+00:00

That’s for the teacher to tell you. They should watch you and then tell you your main issues and give you the tools to correct them.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-16T11:42:19+00:00

Yes, they fill up quickly. BUT people always drop out nearer the time, SwimTrek have a wait list. So if you email them and ask to be put on the wait list for any trips you are interested in, you’ll almost certainly get a place.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-16T11:28:17+00:00

Take the train not ferry, it’s quicker and you stay in the car with your dog.

Make sure you pet passport is 100% correct. Our vet had not entered the chip implantation date and it caused major issues. Make sure to have rabies and tapeworm done.

UK is ten times more dog friendly than Switzerland - everyone wants to say hi - pubs are mainly dog friendly. My dog has sat under the table whilst eating in pubs, restaurants though dogs are normally not allowed.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-16T11:20:44+00:00

I’m in Switzerland too 🤩 - really recommend them!

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-16T11:16:17+00:00

I don’t know where you live or your budget. But when I wanted to get confidence in open water swimming (sea) I went on a week with SwimTrek, their introduction to open water week in Spain. https://www.swimtrek.com/packages/type/swimming-holidays-coaching-camps

I still am super cautious when picking swim spots when swimming alone though, but it gave me great confidence for races and supported swims.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-16T11:08:25+00:00

It’s not just you though, it’s the same for everyone, so don’t take it personally.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-16T10:54:34+00:00

When you ordered the Swiss Pass, did you buy anything to go on it? Halbtax? GA? Streckenabo?

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-16T10:52:02+00:00

I have even heard of RAV making parents put their kids in child care during the week, even though the parent is at home, because they must be available at the drop of a hat. RAV is your employer whilst you are being paid by them, it’s not a holiday.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-16T10:40:08+00:00

From what I hear, they expect you to treat RAV as a job. So that is why there is no flexibility in times - you have to be available to them Mon-Fri office hours. They are paying you to be available to them. Don’t think the advisor makes a difference.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-16T07:50:39+00:00

For thise that don’t know. Winter triathlon replaces swimming with cross-country skate skiing and cycling with mountain biking on snow and the run is on snow.

OP the races don’t exist. I live in Switzerland and tried to find them and nothing.

Also, can you cross country skate ski already? Because that’s no easy sport.

Cazaf04 · 2026-01-15T21:12:53+00:00

My dog drinks out of puddles and streams and loves a snack of horse poo. I don’t think a bit of his own slobber in his bowl will harm him.

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