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Financial center. Highest salaries, most expensive city, German-speaking.
* Prices shown are second-hand rental market rates, typical for expats.12 neighborhoods tracked. Source: Official government housing statistics.
Utility costs based on Eurostat Energy Statistics.
B permit for employed workers. L permit for temporary. Strict quotas for non-EU.
Processing: 2-8 weeks
Usually 3 months deposit. Very competitive market.
Typical deposit: 3 months rent
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