Utilities & Internet Setup
Electricity and gas in Switzerland usually come through the municipal or cantonal utility tied to your address rather than a free choice among competing providers, so setup means contacting that fixed utility, while internet and mobile genuinely are competitive and worth comparing before you sign. On top of that, every household pays the mandatory Serafe fee that funds public radio and television, billed automatically once you're registered with a commune, whether or not you own a television. Ask a provider or relocation service handling this for you which utilities are tied to your address versus open to choice, how long a fixed internet line realistically takes to activate, and whether they handle the Serafe registration or leave it to you.
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Switzerland's largest telecom provider with fiber-optic internet from 39.90 CHF monthly and nationwide store network.
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Major Swiss telecom provider with online internet and mobile ordering from 39.90 CHF monthly.
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Swiss independent ISP offering broadband connectivity across most of the country.
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Swiss internet, TV and mobile provider with transparent pricing and regional sales support.
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Budget-focused Swiss telecom offering mobile, internet, and TV across all of Switzerland with multilingual support.
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Swiss renewable energy provider offering household electricity, fiber-optic internet, web hosting and data center services across Switzerland.
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Swiss mobile and broadband operator with English-language online ordering and nationwide coverage.
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Established telecom provider serving French-speaking Switzerland with fiber optic internet, mobile, and television.
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Leading European electricity producer and energy supplier serving homes and businesses across multiple countries.
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Regional utility provider serving electricity, gas, water and heating in Bern, Valais and surrounding regions with English-language support for arriving residents.
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Centralschweizerische Kraftwerke AG supplies electricity, heating, broadband and ICT services across Central Switzerland with a dedicated relocation process for arriving residents.
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Zurich region electricity and utilities provider offering heating, solar, storage and e-mobility solutions with tailored packages for homes and businesses.
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Swiss energy and utilities provider offering electricity, gas, heating, e-mobility and energy solutions to households and businesses across Switzerland with dedicated relocation support.
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Bern region's integrated utility provider handling electricity, water, gas, heating and telecommunications for residents and businesses.
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Lucerne region's comprehensive utility company providing electricity, water, gas, renewable heating, internet and telecommunications for residents.
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Zurich's primary electricity utility with dedicated relocation services for residents connecting power, solar, fiber-optic internet and property services.
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Valais region's major hydroelectric utility established 1960, supplying electricity and managing alpine water resources for households and businesses.
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Basel regional utility providing electricity, water, heating and broadband to arriving residents.
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Swiss mobile MVNO offering affordable CHF-priced plans with no long-term contracts required.
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Swiss energy provider with headquarters in Graubünden, offering electricity and renewable energy solutions.
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Swiss regional utility providing electricity to western and French-speaking cantons, mandatory for new residents in its service area.
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Geneva's public utility provider delivering electricity, gas, water, and fiber-optic internet to over 500,000 residents.
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Nationwide fiber network operator enabling fiber internet access through Salt, Sunrise, and local providers.
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Swiss telecom offering mobile, internet, and TV across Switzerland on the Sunrise network with 5G included.
Frequently asked questions
How can I ensure I have internet and mobile services ready when I move?
You can choose from major national providers like Swisscom, Sunrise, or Salt which offer various internet, TV, and mobile bundles. Some providers also offer English-language support or dedicated expat assistance to help with the transition.
Are there any options for internet if I want to avoid long-term contracts?
Yes, Wingo offers flexible internet and mobile plans with no minimum contract periods. Salt also provides flexible short-term contracts that work well for residents who are relocating.
What should I look for if I need electricity and water in a specific city?
Utility options often depend on your location. For example, ewb provides electricity, water, gas, and heating in Bern, while EKZ handles electricity distribution for much of the Zurich canton.
Which providers offer high-speed fiber optic connections?
Several companies specialize in fiber technology, including Swisscom, Salt, and iWay. If you need extremely high speeds, Init7 offers symmetric fiber-optic connections up to 25 Gbit/s.
Can I find providers that offer more than just internet?
Many listed companies offer bundled services including mobile, TV, and landlines. Quickline uses local cable networks to deliver these services, while ewb provides a range of municipal utilities including heating and gas.