Students Who are Under 18 Years of Age
Students who are under 18 years of age are considered minors in Switzerland. Swiss law prohibits minors from:
·purchasing or drinking alcohol
·driving or renting a vehicle
·purchasing or smoking tobacco products
·going to nightclubs or bars
·signing official contracts
In addition, Franklin students who are minors must sleep on campus every night unless they live with their family members. Before traveling, minors must complete the independent travel registry in Moodle and are expected to download and use the SAFEY App and the Franklin App on their phone.
Students who are under 18 years of age are allowed to:
·take part in University activities and student organizations
·to move around town, go to restaurants and cafes, the lido, etc.
·use public transportation and other services
·go to clubs with under-18 nights
·apply for a license to drive a motorcyle without passengers (cylinder capacity up to 50cm3). Please note: the minor may need a signed authorization from their parents and may not sign the contract to purchase/rent the motorcycle themselves.