Good to Know
Here you will find information for life in Zug: opening hours, public holidays, residence permits, insurance, rules on alcohol, tobacco and pets, and useful tips about cultural habits in Switzerland.
Opening Hours and Public Holidays
Most shops are closed on Sundays in Switzerland, except for those in railway stations or petrol stations. Official holidays are set by the cantons.
Residence Permits
To live in Switzerland for an extended period or to work here, you need a permit. There are different residence permits and a settlement permit.
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Liability and Insurance
If you injure someone or damage another person’s property, you are legally and financially responsible, even if the damage was caused unintentionally. Costs can be very high. For example, injuring someone in a skiing accident can result in claims amounting to hundreds of thousands of Swiss francs.
Personal liability insurance (Privathaftpflichtversicherung) protects you from financial difficulties in such cases. This insurance is provided by most private insurance companies. An insurance policy can often cover the entire household.
Alcohol, Tobacco and Narcotics
Possession, use or sale of illegal drugs is punishable by law. Age limits apply to the sale of alcohol and tobacco.
Pets
Pet owners must follow several rules. Some animals are not allowed in every apartment. In addition, dog owners must pay a dog tax.
Daily Customs in Switzerland
Every country has its own customs. In Switzerland, there are several unwritten rules worth observing.
Contact
«New in Zug» is a service of the Cantonal Social Welfare Office (Kantonales Sozialamt). Do you have questions, suggestions or notice missing information? We welcome your feedback at integration@zg.ch.
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