Country guide
Switzerland Business etiquette and meeting customs
Europe/Zurich
What kind of meeting?
Strict punctuality
Arrive on time or a few minutes early — being late makes a poor impression.
Meeting Culture
Recommended duration30-45 min
Communication StylePrecise, formal
Greeting StyleFirm handshake
Daily Schedule
Work Hours08:00 – 17:30
Breakfast07:00 – 08:00
Lunch12:00 – 13:00
Dinner18:00 – 19:30
Sleep23:00 – 07:00
Tips for Meetings
For the kind of meeting you chose above.
Dress Code
Business formal, conservative
Tone
Precise, thorough, reserved
- ·Arrive five minutes early to demonstrate reliability
- ·Prepare detailed documentation for all proposals
- ·Respect the language of the region you are meeting in
General Tips
- ·Punctuality is paramount — arrive a few minutes early
- ·Prepare thoroughly for meetings
- ·Respect all four language regions
- ·Privacy is highly valued
Cultural Notes
- ·Very punctual culture
- ·Similar patterns to Germany
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