For exchange students in Zürich

Your exchange in Zürich starts here.

Meet people, discover Switzerland, join unforgettable events and feel at home in Zürich with ESN from day one.

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What ESN does

We make Zürich feel like home.

International community

Meet students from around the world and build friendships beyond campus.

Something is always happening

From welcome parties to hikes and cultural activities, there is plenty of ways to meet people and explore Zürich.

Students helping students

ESN Zürich is volunteer-led and built around practical support for exchange students.

Active team members
Events per year
Partner universities
Founded in Zürich
What's on

Upcoming events

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Stay connected

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Arrival checklist

New in Zürich? Start here.

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Student essentials

Two easy ways to feel at home.

Buddy System

Arrive knowing someone who knows Zürich.

Get matched with a local student. They’ll answer your questions, meet you during Welcome Week, and help you settle into life in Zürich.

Apply for a buddy Become a buddy
ESNcard

Your student card for all of Europe.

The ESNcard gives you discounts at partner locations in Zürich, across Switzerland and in 40+ European countries.

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ESNcardValid in 40+ countries
Price CHF 10
Valid until 1 Year After Purchase
Pickup ESN Office
Office hours Wed 18:00–19:00

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Become part of ESN Zürich

Want to help shape exchange life in Zürich?

ESN Zürich is powered by students and volunteers. Join the team, organize events, meet people from everywhere and create the kind of community you would want to arrive in.

Create real impact

Help international students feel welcome from day one and build a supportive environment.

Build skills

Try event management, communication, partnerships and leadership in a safe, fun space.

Become an ESNer Meet the Team
Safety and contact

We are here for you.

Safe people contact

Every ESN Zürich event has a designated safe person you can approach confidentially if you feel unsafe, uncomfortable, or need any kind of non-emergency support.

Event safe personNamed at every event
Welfare & Safety OfficerConfidential support
Contact a safe personFor life-threatening emergencies, always call 112 (EU) or 117 (Swiss police).

ESN Zürich office

Office hours (semester)Wednesday 18:00–19:00Next: Wed, 16 Sept 2026 and Wed, 23 Sept 2026
Email ESN Zürich