Discover support systems for integration, advice in cases of discrimination or forced marriage, and grants for anti-racism projects in Vaud.

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Find nearby recycling centers, available container types, and home collection services. A practical tool including opening hours and useful links.

Waste collection centre map Switzerland, waste, skips, home collection

Learn about waste sorting and recycling, taxed garbage bags, collection guidelines, and what to do if you lose something in public bins. This link also provides collection calendars and moving-related waste rules.

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Check timetables, buy tickets, and discover subscriptions and discounted offers for travel within Switzerland.

Swiss Federal Railways, timetables, ticket purchase, general travelcard, discounted day passes, discounted tickets, half-fare travelcard

Information about the Mobilis transport network: trains, buses, metro, funiculars, fare zones, and points of sale.

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Understand the process for exchanging a foreign driver’s license: deadlines, requirements, and useful tips.

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Find Swiss banks that allow easy online account opening.

List of banks where possible to open an account online

Learn about the conditions and restrictions for opening a bank account in Switzerland as a foreigner.

Opening a bank account for a foreigner in Switzerland, conditions, restrictions

Explore the list of universities, universities of applied sciences, and research institutions recognized in the Canton of Vaud.

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Join a free language exchange program to practice a foreign language with a conversation partner.

Practicing a foreign language through interaction, partner / partnership / language exchange, free program

Browse the list of language schools that are members of the Vaud Association of Private Schools.

"List of language schools that are members of the Vaud Association of Private Schools "

Find French courses suited to your level, from community classes to private schools. Learn about required certifications for certain procedures, and available interpretation and translation services.

French courses, community courses, private schools, certifications, translation, interpretation

Access the library catalogues of the Canton of Vaud. Borrow, reserve, and explore resources available near you.

Vaud library network

Explore the museums of Vaud: heritage, art, culture, local traditions, and much more.

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Discover the museums managed by the Canton of Vaud: art, history, science, society, and current exhibitions.

Cantonal museums of Vaud

Another cultural agenda to follow musical, theatrical and family events in your region.

Culture Vaud, cultural agenda / highlights, music, theatre, dance, events, children, families

Check out exhibitions, shows, concerts and festivals not to be missed in the canton of Vaud.

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Discover volunteering and civic engagement opportunities in the canton. A way to get involved, meet people, contribute to local life and benefit from support to advance your projects.

Support for volunteering / civic engagement / community life / self-managed mutual aid, associations

Find active migrant associations in the canton of Vaud. A network of support, mutual aid and integration.

Migrant associations in Vaud

Explore the activities, destinations and events of the canton of Vaud. Let yourself be inspired by nature, culture, well-being and exceptional landscapes.

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Find the right contacts for your health questions: doctors, emergencies, social services, parenting, violence, addictions. A complete guide to understanding the Swiss healthcare system and accessing the right services.

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