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Switzerland General Information

Language:German, French, Italian, Romansch
Electricity:220V AC 50Hz
International Direct Dialing Code:41
Driving:Driving is on the right. National licence required. Minimum driving age is 18
Currency:Swiss Franc (CHF 1 = 100 Centimes)
Business/Social Hints:Use of appropriate one of the three main languages, French, Italian and German to address a person will be appreciated. All executives are bi-lingual, some tri-lingual, many speak English. On social occasions, eg invitation to restaurants, be punctual and dress as for business meetings unless otherwise indicated. The minimum drinking age is 16 years (fermented alcohol), 18 years (distilled alcohol)
Public Holidays:2010
1 Jan New Year`s Day, 2 Jan * Berchtold`s Day, 2 Apr * Good Friday, 5 Apr * Easter Monday, 13 May * Ascension, 24 May * Whit Monday, 1 Aug National Day, 25 Dec Christmas Day, 26 Dec Boxing Day.

Note: * These holidays may not be observed in certain cantons. There are additional regional holidays which are observed in certain cantons only.
Emergency Services:Police: 117. Fire: 118. Ambulance: 144
Clothing:Light clothes with warmer wear for summer. Warmer clothing for the winter & Alpine regions. Rainwear required all year round, particularly in the lakeland district