Indians in Zurich
Switzerland's largest city and financial capital is home to ~10,000 Indians — the heart of Swiss-Indian life with the strongest community infrastructure.
Community & Associations
IAGZ – Indian Association of Greater Zurich
Main umbrella body. Events, Hindi school, Diwali Gala, networking
Gujarati Samaj Switzerland
Cultural events, Navratri, Diwali, Garba — strong community
Maharashtra Mandal Switzerland
Ganesh Chaturthi, Gudi Padwa, cultural programmes
Punjabi Cultural Association
Baisakhi, Lohri, Bhangra performances
InSAZ – Indian Student Association ETH Zurich
Largest student association for Indians at ETH
ISKCON Krishna Temple Zurich
Sunday feasts, Ratha Yatra (June), Janmashtami, spiritual programmes
Best Neighbourhoods for Indians
Kreis 4 (Langstrasse)
Budget-friendlyIndian restaurants, grocery stores, vibrant multicultural area. Most affordable central neighbourhood.
Oerlikon (Kreis 11)
FamiliesFamily-friendly, good schools, Indian grocery nearby, easy SBB connections.
Aussersihl (Kreis 4/5)
Young ProfessionalsClose to city, Indian community concentration, Bollywood events nearby
Adliswil / Kilchberg
SuburbsSuburb with good schools, quieter living, Indian community events nearby
Indian Food in Zurich
- 🍽️ Bairavi Restaurant (Langstrasse 149) — Best South Indian dosas in Switzerland
- 🍽️ Rajasthan Restaurant (Stauffacherstr 50) — Popular North Indian thalis
- 🍽️ Chennai Diner — Filter coffee, idli, vada
- 🍽️ Bombay Dreams (Seefeldstrasse 60) — Mumbai street food
- 🛒 Aggarwals Indian Grocery (Langstrasse) — Spices, dals, frozen foods
- 🛒 Art of Food — Fresh Indian vegetables and spices
- 🍱 Tiffin Services — Search "Indians in Zurich" Facebook group
Key Stats
Official Links
Indian Consulate Zurich
Passport, OCI, visa, attestation services
cgizurich.gov.in →Mon–Fri, appointment required