Zürich Dress Code

Casual but smart clothing outside of business is the norm in Zurich, with the possible exception of the more exclusive restaurants and hotels which may stipulate a jacket and tie. For Zurich business meetings, both men and women wear suits.

Greeting Someone in Zürich

In Zurich, the handshake is considered a standard greeting even if you are meeting somebody with whom you are already acquainted. It is not customary to use Christian names in Zurich unless you have already been addressed in this way.

Zürich Business Hours and Banking

Office hours in Zurich, Switzerland are 08:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday. Swiss banks tend to operate similar, though slightly shorter hours.

Smoking

Zurich restaurants offer areas that cater for those who smoke and those who don't, with some operating complete No-Smoking policies. There is a ban on smoking on public transport and most public buildings. In business, it is advisable to refrain and take cues from the host.