IAGZ Diwali Gala 2026
Annual Diwali gala with cultural performances, dinner, and awards — organised by IAGZ
Nov 2026
Mattenhofsaal, Zurich
30,000+ Indians across 26 Swiss Cantons
Your Swiss Indian
Community
Hub
The definitive platform for Indians living in Switzerland — restaurants, associations, events, business networks, temples, and everything you need to thrive.
25,000+
Indians in Switzerland
150+
Community Associations
26
Cantons Covered
500+
Businesses Listed
What We Cover
Everything for Swiss Indians
From landing in Switzerland to building a life here — every aspect of the Indian experience covered
150+ groups
Community
Connect with 25,000+ Indians across Switzerland through associations, cultural groups, and social networks
- IAGZ – Indian Association of Greater Zurich
- SICC – Swiss Indian Chamber of Commerce
- TeluguSwiss Association (teluguswiss.org)
- Indian Student Association ETH Zurich (InSAZ)
- +4 more…
50+ guides
Living in Switzerland
Everything you need to settle in — permits, housing, schools, healthcare, banking, and daily life essentials
- Residence Permits (B, C, L)
- Finding Accommodation
- Health Insurance (KVG/LAMal)
- Swiss Public Transport
- +4 more…
200+ listings
Food & Dining
Discover the best Indian restaurants, grocery stores, caterers, and home chefs across Switzerland
- Bairavi Restaurant Zurich
- Rajasthan Restaurant Zurich
- Indigo Restaurant Geneva
- Art of Food (Grocery)
- +4 more…
40+ centres
Spiritual & Wellness
Find temples, yoga studios, meditation centres, and Satsang groups for your spiritual journey
- Arulmihu Sivan Temple Zurich (sivankovil.ch)
- ISKCON Krishna Temple Zurich (krishna.ch)
- BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir
- Arya Samaj Switzerland
- +4 more…
300+ opportunities
Business & Career
Advance your career and grow your business with our professional network, job listings, and entrepreneurship resources
- Swiss Indian Chamber of Commerce (SICC)
- TiE Zurich – The Indus Entrepreneurs
- India-EFTA TEPA (in force Oct 2025)
- CHF 22.4bn India-Swiss trade (2024)
- +4 more…
100+ events/year
Culture & Arts
Celebrate India's rich culture through festivals, classical arts, Bollywood, fashion, and entertainment
- IAGZ Diwali Gala – Mattenhofsaal, Zurich
- Holi Zuri Openair (holizuri.ch)
- IAGZ Navratri Garba – October
- SwissPuja Durga Puja – Langnau am Albis
- +4 more…
Community Calendar
View all events Upcoming Events
Festival
Swiss India Business Summit
Annual summit connecting Indian entrepreneurs and Swiss businesses
Sep 12, 2026
Kursaal Bern
IAGZ Navratri Garba 2026
Largest Garba celebration in Switzerland with live music and traditional dance — organised by IAGZ
Oct 2026
Zurich
SwissPuja Durga Puja 2026
Authentic five-day Durga Puja with pandal, dhak, prasad and cultural programs
Oct 2026
Schwerzisaal, Langnau am Albis
Holi Zuri Openair 2026
Open-air Holi celebration with organic colours, live music and DJs — holizuri.ch
Mar 2026
Zurich
InBa India Basel Festival 2026
Multi-week festival of Indian performing arts at Theater Basel — dance, music, theatre
May–Jun 2026
Theater Basel
City Guides
Indians Across Switzerland
Tailored guides for each Swiss city where the Indian community thrives
Switzerland
Zurich
Financial capital and home to the largest Indian community in Switzerland
~10,000 Indians
Community Highlights
IAGZ Community & Diwali Gala
ETH & UZH Indian Students (InSAZ)
Indian Restaurants & Grocery in Kreis 4 & 6
Gujarati, Punjabi & Telugu Associations
Settle In
Living in Switzerland
Your comprehensive guide to settling into Swiss life — from day one to feeling at home
📋Residence Permits🏥Health Insurance🏦Swiss Banking🏫Schools & Kita🗣️Language Courses📊Tax Returns🚗Driving Licence🆘Emergency Numbers
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Pro Tip
Join Indian expat Facebook groups for Zurich, Geneva, and Basel immediately upon arrival. Community members guide you through Swiss bureaucracy.
Arriving in Switzerland
Step-by-step guide
- 1
Register at your local Gemeinde (municipality) within 14 days of arrival
- 2
Apply for your residence permit (L, B, or C) at the cantonal Migrationsamt
- 3
Open a Swiss bank account — PostFinance or Neon are easiest for new arrivals
- 4
Get mandatory health insurance (Krankenkasse/LAMal) within 3 months
- 5
Register children at local schools through the cantonal Schulverwaltung
Community Voices
What Indians in Switzerland Say
“Moving to Switzerland was daunting, but the Indian community here made it feel like home. From finding a flat to celebrating Diwali with 500 people — this platform has been my go-to guide.”
Priya Sharma
Software Engineer, Zurich
7 years in Switzerland
“The business networking resources here connected me with the right people at SICC. Switzerland's Indian professional community is incredibly strong and supportive.”
Rajesh Menon
Pharma Executive, Basel
4 years in Switzerland
“As a working mother, I rely on this community for everything — from finding a Hindi tutor for my daughter to the best chaat near us in Bern. Indispensable resource.”
Ananya Gupta
Doctor, Bern
10 years in Switzerland
Essential Links
Key Resources
Curated links to official, community, and lifestyle resources every Indian in Switzerland needs
Official
Embassy of India, Berne
Consular services, OCI cards, passport renewal, visa letters, diaspora events
Official
Indian Consulate General, Geneva
Consular services for French-speaking Switzerland — 9 Rue du Valais, Geneva (+41-22-906 86 86)
Living
Comparis.ch
Compare health insurance, mortgages, phone plans, and rental properties
Transport
SBB Swiss Railways
Public transport timetables, Half-Fare card (CHF 190/yr), GA Travelcard, and tickets
Community
IAGZ – Indian Association Zurich
Events, networking, and community support for Indians in Zurich
Business
SICC – Swiss Indian Chamber
Business networking, events, and trade facilitation between India and Switzerland
Community
TeluguSwiss Association
Telugu-speaking Indian community across Switzerland — cultural events and networking
Community
SwissDesi
Community portal for Indians in Switzerland — news, classifieds, and local resources
Official
ch.ch – Swiss Official Portal
Official Swiss government information portal — living, working, permits, rights
Shopping
India Supermarkt (Online)
Indian groceries, spices, dal, rice, and products delivered across Switzerland
Official
SEM – Swiss Migration Office
State Secretariat for Migration — residence permits, visas, and immigration
Business
India-Swiss Startup Bridge
Bilateral startup collaboration by Startup India and Switzerland — grants and market access
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