On this page you can find a roadmap on the steps to take to move to Lugano
Apply for a visa
EU and EFTA citizens do not need a visa to enter Switzerland, but must obtain a residence permit; for other countries, the need for a visa may vary according to nationality.
Register for health insurance or apply for an exemption
Everyone resident in Switzerland is obliged to take out health insurance within three months of arrival. Students, in specific cases, can apply for exemption to the health insurance fund.