You arrive full of hopes — but very quickly, you face a wall of rules, forms, and letters you can’t read.
Here’s what many migrants are asking themselves:
- What’s a permis S — and can I work with it?
- Do I need health insurance now or after 3 months?
- I got a letter from the tax office — is it a fine?
- How do I apply for benefits without missing deadlines?
You try to search online — but everything is in French, German, or legalese.
Social workers are overloaded. Forums contradict each other. And a single mistake can lead to
fines,
lost money, or even a
denied permit renewal.
It’s not just confusing. It’s
stressful,
time-consuming, and you often feel completely
alone.