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Stay informed about what happens in Switzerland and what you must know as Swiss Abroad. We at SwissCommunity and our partner organisations keep you updated by means of printed and electronic information.

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The Organisation of the Swiss Abroad has represented the overall interests of Swiss nationals abroad in Switzerland since 1916, and is recognised by the authorities as the mouthpiece of the “Fifth Switzerland”.

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Living abroad as a Swiss citizen involves many challenges and questions. Here at SwissCommunity, we know which topics are of particular importance to you and we are available to assist you with advice and support.

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Emigration & return migration

Have you decided to realise your dream of emigrating? Or would you like to return to Switzerland? Here you will find all the information you require to carefully plan this major undertaking.

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Politics & voting

As a Swiss Abroad you may take part in elections and votes in Switzerland. You must, however, satisfy certain criteria, which may differ depending on the canton.

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Offers & events

The experiences of Swiss citizens who live abroad are of great importance to Switzerland. Through a variety of offers and events, we encourage social exchanges and networking between citizens of Switzerland at home and abroad.

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Swiss Review
September 5/20

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Focus

The divisive issue of mobile 5G

The federal government and Swiss telecommunication companies have ambitious plans to roll out the new standard in wireless connectivity. Not everyone…

Our highlights

Cold weather: the trademark of La Brévine, even in summer

An uncomfortable issue for multinationals

Switzerland’s “colonialism without colonies”

What does your Switzerland look like?

SwissCommunity news

National exhibitions are part of Switzerland’s identity. They are intergenerational projects that bring people of all ages together. The next national…

When David was Goliath

Admittedly, the bronze statue depicting the gentleman on the cover of this magazine is hard to recognise amid the cold spray of a high-pressure water…

Dear Swiss Abroad,

SwissCommunity news

The Organisation of the Swiss Abroad (OSA) has a small but important favour to ask. Please ensure that your local Swiss representation has your…

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Letters to the editor

The corona pandemic in Switzerland

“Technology is never unpolitical”

Arms industry in the crossfire

The literary stimulus of riding a bicycle

Literature series

Streaming alone will not save Swiss cinema

Lea Sprunger and the 13-stride challenge

Noisy neighbours, long hiking trails, dog waste bins

Swiss statistics

The OSA and COVID-19

SwissCommunity news

The Organisation of the Swiss Abroad (OSA) was not immune from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now we are working at full speed again towards…

Thank you, Peter!

SwissCommunity news

A story of integration

SwissCommunity news

Lasting memories

SwissCommunity news

Can I make retroactive OASI payments after returning to Switzerland?

SwissCommunity news

“I have been living in Japan over the last few years and have not made any payments into the old-age and survivors’ insurance scheme (OASI) during…

A questionnaire on the retirement plans of the Swiss Abroad

Notes from Parliament Building

Elections et votations

Notes from Parliament Building

The Federal Council determines voting proposals at least four months before the voting date.

Everything you need to know about voting proposals…

Information

Notes from Parliament Building

Notify your local Swiss representation of your email address(es) and mobile phone number(s), or of changes to these, and register at the online desk…

Electro-pop stalwarts play it safe

Three fathers – how did that happen?

Petra Gössi

Attorney General Michael Lauber has lost his political backing.

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