Switzerland vs Italy for Business: Differences, Opportunities and Reality for Business and Professionals

I have been living (Dario Manduca) in Switzerland with my family and my business development agency for about six years now. This period has allowed me to observe and experience first-hand the differences between the Swiss and Italian systems, especially with regard to the world of work, entrepreneurship, and economic and social well-being.

Despite the geographical proximity between the two countries, the differences are substantial. I was born and raised in Italy for more than 25 years and this allows me to have a clear and comparative vision of both realities.

Of course, Switzerland is not perfect either, but there are aspects that work very well and that significantly improve the lives of companies and workers. And it is precisely on these aspects that I want to shed light in this article.

✅ Available and Functional Institutions

One of the aspects that most strikes those who move to Switzerland is the efficiency of public institutions. Whatever government office you call, you will always get a guaranteed, courteous and clear answer.

Administrations are oriented to provide effective support to citizens and entrepreneurs, reducing unnecessary bureaucracy and streamlining processes. This is a huge advantage compared to Italy, where often obtaining information from institutions can be an odyssey.

✅ Workers Protected Efficiently

In Switzerland, there is a balance between the needs of companies and those of workers.

It is true that an employee can be fired even with a permanent contract, but there is a crucial factor: the unemployment system is real and functional .

It is not just a monthly check, but a real support for reintegration into the workplace. Through training courses and active assistance in finding a new job, the system concretely helps those who have lost their job, increasing the chances of re-employment quickly.

✅ Entrepreneurs Are Valued and Protected

In Switzerland, the state considers entrepreneurship a fundamental value and demonstrates this in all phases of a company's life: from its foundation to its development and maturity.

If you have an employee who is abusing their permanent contract or acting unprofessionally, you can resolve the situation without having to face lengthy and expensive lawsuits.

A concrete example? To open my sole proprietorship I spent exactly 0 CHF .

✅ Official Recognition of the Job Role

In Switzerland, for each profession there is a recognized professional qualification, which guarantees the level of preparation of the worker and, in many cases, also determines a minimum wage guaranteed by the State.

Even for jobs considered more common, such as cleaners or shop assistants, specific training is provided. This not only improves the quality of the service, but also protects the worker and guarantees him a fair salary.

✅ A Sustainable Tax System

In Switzerland, taxes are paid by everyone because they are simply affordable .

The State does not put citizens and businesses in difficulty with unsustainable tax pressure.

Indeed, paying taxes here is experienced almost with pride, because it is clearly perceived how the money is used for the well-being of the community: efficient infrastructure, clean streets, safety, functioning healthcare.

✅ No “Drama” of the Fiscal Receipt

In Italy, a simple mistake in typing in a receipt can turn into a psychological drama, with fines and invasive checks.

In Switzerland, this obsession does not exist. The priority is to make the company work, not to terrorize entrepreneurs with controls and threatening sanctions. Of course, accounting must be kept with precision, but the level of rigidity is very different from the Italian one.

✅ Focus on Psycho-Physical Wellbeing

Switzerland promotes a culture of well-being based on preventive health care.

All residents pay compulsory health insurance and all respect its functioning. To avoid increasing costs, there is a great deal of attention to prevention and physical and mental health.

One of the best aspects of the Swiss healthcare system is the communication between specialists: your GP puts you in direct contact with the specialist, and the specialist automatically sends the results to your GP. This reduces the bureaucratic burden on patients, improving the efficiency of care.

Of course, healthcare costs here are also increasing every year, but the main difference is that when you need a doctor, you get timely assistance and the problem is solved, often, in a few days .

✅ Conclusion: Is Living and Doing Business in Switzerland Worth It?

Of course, Switzerland has its rules and as a foreigner you must abide by them impeccably. However, if you are an entrepreneur, a worker or a professional looking for opportunities, this country offers a superior quality of life and an economic and work system .

At Professione Business we support companies and professionals who want to move to Switzerland, open a new business or expand their market.

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