What are the requirements to subscribe to a Mobile contract?
All operators require ID before you can sign up to a contract. This is usually in the form of a passport or permit. You should also be able to present a bill in order to prove your Swiss address. For foreigners, some restrictions can exist (which prevent you being able to have a Postpay contract) but these depend on the type of permit you have. If you have a Permit B, C, L or G you are entitled to a pay-monthly contract. A few special circumstances exist: • Some operators, but not all, ask for a deposit for G permit holders, so it’s worth asking the question beforehand. • For holders of a working permit, a deposit is usually required, the amount of which depends on the customer risk classification and the services which are required. • Even with deposits, some permit holders might have a limited access to mobile services depending on their risk classification. These deposit constraints and service limitations can be avoided with some operators by using Direct Debit payment. If you have
