Of course, moving from Fredericia to Winterthur will require a residence permit. Winterthur isn’t part of the European Union but has strong political and economic ties.

Thus, you can move to Winterthur without a work visa if you're Swiss. All you need is a residence permit within three months of arrival.

However, if you’re a non-EU citizen and aren’t Swiss, you must apply for the appropriate visa before moving to Winterthur to work, study, or join a family.

The different types of Swiss visas include:

The Winterthur Work Visa 

The work visa is meant for immigrants who want to work when they arrive in Winterthur. However, you’ll need a work contract with a Swiss employer before applying for a work visa. 

So, if you’d like to move from Fredericia to Winterthur for a job opportunity, a work visa is the ideal option. 

The Winterthur Student Visa 

This is specifically for foreign people admitted into a Swiss educational institution. You’ll need a certificate of enrolment to apply for a study visa. This serves as proof that you’re moving to Winterthur for study purposes. 

The Winterthur Family Reunion Visa 

As the name suggests, this type of visa is for those who want to move to Winterthur to join a family member. It could be a sibling, spouse, or parents. However, there is a catch for this visa application to be successfully processed.

The family member in Winterthur must be a permanent resident or a citizen.

The Swiss Retirement Visa 

As the name also suggests, this visa is meant for retired foreigners with enough financial resources who want to move to Winterthur. 

In addition, there are required documents you must have to apply for a Swiss visa, and they include:

• A filled-out Swiss visa application form.
• A valid passport.
• A cover letter that clearly expresses the reason for coming to Winterthur.
• Health insurance.
• Proof that you have enough financial resources to support yourself throughout your stay.
• Proof of your employment status, whether student, employed, self-employed, or retired.
• Proof that you have a place to stay in Winterthur.
• At least two passport photos.
• Your marriage certificate (if you’re married).
• Proof of booked flight ticket.

These required documents for a Swiss visa application are also based on the type of visa you’re applying for. 

Before you move from Fredericia to Winterthur, you should have your accommodation sorted out. This will be fine if you have a relative or a friend to stay with in Winterthur. 

But if you don’t, you should get an apartment before moving. You can find property agents online or properties on websites such as Expatica and Immo Scout. 

Getting a place in Winterthur to stay comes with some issues, so ideally, you opt for a long-term lease.

Swiss landlords typically ask for work-related and marital documents. So, be prepared.

Given how expensive buying new furniture is, the Swiss government allows expats to import their furniture into Winterthur. 

However, it comes with a catch. All your furniture and items must have been purchased and used for at least six months before relocation. You must have some documents to prove this, or customs will demand vast amounts of money. 

So, if you’re moving from Fredericia to Winterthur and unsure of where those documents are, you better start rummaging through every room in your house. 

As much as the international movers you hire would help you with the custom forms and paperwork, it’s ideal you have those documents.

Generally speaking, living in Winterthur is more expensive than in Fredericia. Housing is also quite pricey. Thus, it’s best to have a job offer or solid financial resources before moving to Winterthur. 

Winterthur has four national languages: German, Italian, French, and Romansh. However, the language you’ll need to learn depends on your region. 

You can use tons of apps on Google Play and AppleStorere to learn international languages at your pace, including Duolingo, Memrise, and so many others.

Learning these four languages in Winterthur will help you easily blend into the social system. It’ll also open you up to more job opportunities. 

For non-EU citizens, it can be pretty challenging, but for Danes who are EU members, it shouldn’t be a big deal. Regardless of your citizenship, however, the best option is to network effectively.

Leverage your socials like LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, and others to share your professional skills.

You don't need a visa to be a Danish citizen or to belong to a country that is part of the EU. However, you must register your residence within the first 14 days of arrival. 

On the other hand, if you’re a non-EU member, you’ll need to register for a visa, as we mentioned earlier. 

In many ways, Winterthur’s healthcare system is similar to Fredericia’s. However, you’ll require a supplemental health insurance program to cover other health expenses not included in the healthcare plan. 

As we’ve mentioned earlier, the cost of living generally is higher in Winterthur than in Fredericia. Thus, you’ll pay more taxes. However, taxes vary from state to state. 

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