Services

Our services are designed in such a way as to allow persons arriving in the area to quickly become autonomous and productive to their company, thanks to the careful planning of their establishment. Upon their arrival, we guide and provide them with all the practical information they need either in French, English, German or Italian

Accommodation for yourself, or your family

ACROPOLIS SERVICES

  • selects the best accommodation offered by real estate agencies, owners, real estate management companies, architects and notary publics
  • if necessary, provides you with temporary accommodation within a very short period of time
  • visits the premises on your behalf, organizes meetings with banks, notary publics, insurance companies, etc.
  • prepares your file for rental applications
  • assists future tenants in concluding the rental agreement, the initial and final condition-of-premises report, the period of notice of termination, the search for a new tenant in case the rented property will be abandoned
  • assists future owners in the follow-up of different housing documents (easements, plot area, fiscal value, floor plan, community regulations, etc.)
  • electricity, telephone, internet, cable TV installations
  • paintwork, upholstery, plumbing, minor repair works (e.g. installation of blinds)
  • fitting of kitchen equipment, washing machine, cupboards, shelves, etc.
  • regular maintenance of your house or apartment

Administrative formalities

ACROPOLIS SERVICESoffers advice and assistance in completing the following:

  • declaration of arrival at the population office of your municipality and other local authorities. It is often recommended to declare your arrival at your Embassy or Consulate,(though not mandatory).ACROPOLIS SERVICES accompanies you to all these authorities
  • declaration of your arrival to the local police when you take possession of your accommodation
  • all formalities necessary for obtaining the residence and work permits
  • opening of a bank account
  • registration of your car, import and export formalities, change of driving licence
  • if you are planning to buy a car, ACROPOLIS SERVICES assists you in your negotiations with car dealers
  • if you are planning to rent a car, ACROPOLIS SERVICES assists you in your negotiations with car rental companies
  • registration of your dog(s)

Insurance services

ACROPOLIS SERVICESputs you in contact with qualified insurers and assists you in your negotiations with them; be it for fire and other house insurance, civil liability insurance, accident and health insurance, car insurance and/or judicial protection.

Children

  • thanks to its extensive knowledge of the specificities of the Swiss educational system, ACROPOLIS SERVICES is able to propose to you a large choice of private and public schools, including kindergartens as well as university courses
  • school support based on different options depending on your needs and objectives
  • also, music classes and national conservatory, skiing lessons, riding, sailing, golf, diving courses, tennis lessons, etc.
  • nurseries, baby sitting

Spouse

ACROPOLIS SERVICES proposes its assistance in finding a job or recreational activities such as art and craft, or involvement in specific activities with the aim of meeting new people.

  • housekeeping/ironing services
  • gardening, fence trimming, watering of flowers, lawn mowing

Integration and social contacts

ACROPOLIS SERVICES

  • proposes French language courses given by private tutors
  • copy writes letters and other messages in French
  • provides you with speedy translation services into French, English, German, Italian and Greek
  • brings you in contact with circles and clubs

Personal well-being

In cooperation with qualified professionals, ACROPOLIS SERVICESoffers medical assistance, essential oils massage, shiatsu, fitness classes.

Emergencies and useful addresses

telephone numbers of hospital emergency rooms, the police, duty chemists;
useful addresses: clothing repairs and alterations, jewellery repairs, places of worship, transport documentation, working hours, summer and winter sports clubs and circles, private chef.

Do not hesitate to contact us so that we assess together your specific needs!
Your well-being is our vocation !

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I arrived in Lausanne all alone without speaking the language and stayed with a friend looking desperately for suitable accommodation. The desired apartment was fast found thanks to the good services of Google Acropolis Services. — Fabian L., Vancouver, Canada


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