{"id":12758,"date":"2022-10-14T12:04:38","date_gmt":"2022-10-14T10:04:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/castles.ch\/downloads-faq"},"modified":"2025-08-20T15:35:16","modified_gmt":"2025-08-20T13:35:16","slug":"downloads-faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/castles.ch\/en\/downloads-faq","title":{"rendered":"Downloads &amp; FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_62867ff1 height_huge color_primary with_img\"><div class=\"l-section-img\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Castles Sprachkurse in Basel, Thalwil und Zug buchen, Firmenkurse, Sprachkurse, alle Sprachen, Deutsch, Franz\u00f6sisch, Englisch, Italienisch, Portugiesisch, Arabisch, Spanisch\" data-img-width=\"2560\" data-img-height=\"1707\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/castles-firmenkurse-allesprachen.jpg);background-repeat: no-repeat;\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:rgba(15,19,31,0.65)\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_bottom type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-2 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-8 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h1 class=\"ca-xxlarge\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Downloads &amp; FAQ<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-text us_custom_eb849559\"><span class=\"w-text-h\"><span class=\"w-text-value\">On this page you can download PDF documents about our language courses, language stays, visa applications etc.<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-2 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_custom\" style=\"height:30px\"><\/div><div class=\"w-hwrapper valign_top wrap align_center\"><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_7\" href=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/en\/downloads-faq#katalog-sprachaufenthalte\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Study abroad catalogue<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_7\" title=\"Downloads &amp; FAQ\" href=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/en\/downloads-faq#dokumente\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Travel Documents<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_7\" href=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/en\/downloads-faq#faq\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">FAQ<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_7\" href=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/en\/downloads-faq#visum\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Apply for a visa<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_large\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Have questions?<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_center\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_8\" href=\"mailto:info@castles.ch\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Contact us<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-2 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-8 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_eb849559\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Looking for a destination for your language study abroad?<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_custom\" style=\"height:20px\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Browse our PDF catalogs from the comfort of your own home \u2013 <\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>sorted by Destination and Language.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-2 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium\" id=\"katalog-sprachaufenthalte\"><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:#f5f5f5\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Language courses<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Download your desired study abroad catalogue<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_custom\" style=\"height:20px\"><\/div><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row us_custom_0d15be52 via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"vc_column-overlay\" style=\"background:#f5f5f5\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-iconbox us_custom_cf78e50e iconpos_top style_default color_primary align_center no_text icontype_img\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/p240054_castles-sprachbroschuere-2024-canada-usa_v03.pdf\" class=\"w-iconbox-link\" aria-label=\"Canada and U.S.A.\"><div class=\"w-iconbox-icon\" style=\"font-size:10rem;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1131\" src=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visual-2023-sprachaufenthalte_CA-USA.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visual-2023-sprachaufenthalte_CA-USA.png 800w, https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visual-2023-sprachaufenthalte_CA-USA-212x300.png 212w, https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visual-2023-sprachaufenthalte_CA-USA-724x1024.png 724w, https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visual-2023-sprachaufenthalte_CA-USA-600x848.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a><div class=\"w-iconbox-meta\"><p class=\"w-iconbox-title\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/p240054_castles-sprachbroschuere-2024-canada-usa_v03.pdf\" class=\"w-iconbox-link\" aria-label=\"Canada and U.S.A.\">Canada and U.S.A.<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-iconbox us_custom_cf78e50e iconpos_top style_default color_primary align_center no_text icontype_img\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/p240054_castles-sprachbroschuere-2024-gb-und-irland_v03.pdf\" class=\"w-iconbox-link\" aria-label=\"Great Britain and Ireland\"><div class=\"w-iconbox-icon\" style=\"font-size:10rem;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1131\" src=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visual-2023-sprachaufenthalte_GB.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visual-2023-sprachaufenthalte_GB.png 800w, https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visual-2023-sprachaufenthalte_GB-212x300.png 212w, https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visual-2023-sprachaufenthalte_GB-724x1024.png 724w, https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visual-2023-sprachaufenthalte_GB-600x848.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a><div class=\"w-iconbox-meta\"><p class=\"w-iconbox-title\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/p240054_castles-sprachbroschuere-2024-gb-und-irland_v03.pdf\" class=\"w-iconbox-link\" aria-label=\"Great Britain and Ireland\">Great Britain and Ireland<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-iconbox us_custom_cf78e50e iconpos_top style_default color_primary align_center no_text icontype_img\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/p240054_castles-sprachbroschuere-2024-frankreich_v03.pdf\" class=\"w-iconbox-link\" aria-label=\"France and Switzerland\"><div class=\"w-iconbox-icon\" style=\"font-size:10rem;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1131\" src=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visual-2023-sprachaufenthalte_FR.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visual-2023-sprachaufenthalte_FR.png 800w, https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visual-2023-sprachaufenthalte_FR-212x300.png 212w, https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visual-2023-sprachaufenthalte_FR-724x1024.png 724w, https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/visual-2023-sprachaufenthalte_FR-600x848.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a><div class=\"w-iconbox-meta\"><p class=\"w-iconbox-title\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/p240054_castles-sprachbroschuere-2024-frankreich_v03.pdf\" class=\"w-iconbox-link\" aria-label=\"France and Switzerland\">France and Switzerland<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_eb849559\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Our study abroad destinations are also available in our online catalogue.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_custom\" style=\"height:20px\"><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_center\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_8\" title=\"Destinations for study abroad\" href=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/sprachaufenthalte-destinationen\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Study abroad destinations<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium\" id=\"dokumente\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-2 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-8 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_eb849559\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Useful Documents for your Trip<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_custom\" style=\"height:20px\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Find documents and additional information here regarding your chosen study abroad trip.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-2 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-4 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_center\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Packliste.pdf\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Packing Lists<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-4 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_center\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Travel-Consent-Form-Juniors-to-UK-2025.pdf\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">U18 Consent to Travel U.K.<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-4 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_center\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Travel-Consent-Form-Juniors-to-Ireland-2025.pdf\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">U18 Consent to Travel Ireland<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium color_footer-bottom\" id=\"faq\"><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:var(--color-content-link-hover)\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">FAQ<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Here is a compilation of the most frequently asked questions for language courses and language stays.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h5 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>FAQ for language courses<\/strong><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_chevron cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"m0dd\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-m0dd\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">How do I register for an exam?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-m0dd\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Switzerland there are several companies who organize language exams. For Cambridge exams, we recommend registering <a href=\"https:\/\/cambridge-exams.ch\/de\/exams-and-certifications\/cambridge\">here<\/a>. For DELF\/DALF, we recommend booking an exam <a href=\"https:\/\/delfdalf.ch\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"a1a3\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-a1a3\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">How do I find a suitable course for my needs?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-a1a3\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step in choosing a course is usually the placement test, which you can find <a href=\"https:\/\/castles.ch\/en\/placement-tests\">here<\/a>. Once you have taken our placement test, we will contact you to discuss your goals and options. If you are preparing for an exam, we may ask you to take an additional, more specific test to determine exactly which course is right for you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"u232\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-u232\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">I\u2019ve registered for a course, but I was informed that there are not enough enrolments. What should I do next?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-u232\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We run a course when we have at least two registrations. Courses can start at any time. Our staff will contact you as soon as we can confirm the course. If you have urgent needs, we recommend private lessons, which are very flexible and can start within 3 business days of a request.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"m2bd\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-m2bd\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">I did not pass my exam. What options do I have?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-m2bd\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you miss a Cambridge Certificate by just a few points, you may have the chance to retake the exam for free (please check directly with the company you booked the exam with to see if this applies to you). If this is the case, we generally recommend 5 to 10 private lessons to improve your score before retaking the exam.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you failed by more than 3 points, it may be better to take a course over a full semester before retaking the exam.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"s33d\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-s33d\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">I need to improve my English for my job or job search. What do you recommend?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-s33d\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are interested in general business English, a Business English Certificate (BEC) preparation course is a good option. Other Cambridge exams, such as the First or Advanced, are also well received by Swiss employers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"w3f2\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-w3f2\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">How do I reach the required German level for a Swiss visa?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-w3f2\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Castle\u2019s helps learners achieve the necessary knowledge for settlement (C permit) and naturalization.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Applicants for C permit need the following level:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ca-ul-bullet\">\n<li>A1 \u2013 Reading and Writing<\/li>\n<li>A2 \u2013 Speaking and Listening<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Applicants for naturalization residing in the canton of Zug require the following level:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ca-ul-bullet\">\n<li>A2 \u2013 Reading and Writing<\/li>\n<li>B1 \u2013 Speaking and Listening<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We help you prepare for the <strong>Goethe certificate exam from level A2 through C2.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Swiss German<\/strong>: understand and speak it!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h5 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>FAQ for study abroad<\/strong><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_chevron cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"b97b\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-b97b\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">How do I decide where I want to go?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-b97b\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Browse our brochure to see if any of these destinations appeal to you or contact us and we\u2019ll help you choose the best school for your needs.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our consultations are all free of charge and without obligation. Contact us by phone or email and arrange a consultation with us.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"wa00\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-wa00\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">How do I register for a language course abroad?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-wa00\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We will be happy to help you choose your destination. However, if you already know where you want to travel, you can fill out our online form. We will then contact you immediately.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"ja7e\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-ja7e\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Should I book my own flight and transfer?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-ja7e\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you would like to use our travel service, we will be happy to book your air travel for a small fee of sFr. 50.00 per arrangement.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"saf9\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-saf9\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">What do I do on my first day?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-saf9\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your host family will show you how to get to school on your first morning. This can be a short walk or a bus or train ride. You will have to pay for your own local transportation. On the first morning of school, you will take a placement test (or possibly an online test beforehand) and be placed in an appropriate class.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"ub72\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-ub72\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Who do I contact if I have a problem or question?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-ub72\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before departure, you are welcome to contact us if you have any questions. Once you are on site, you can contact either the host family or the school directly. If the problem is not solved on the spot, we are still available to help.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"ybef\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-ybef\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Do I need a visa?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-ybef\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For certain destinations you need a visa. 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