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Living abroad

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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Survey on Swiss Online Voting – Participate and Receive a CHF 50 Voucher

University of Tartu (Estonia) and Kozminski University (Poland) are conducting an academic research study on trust and distrust in Swiss online voting.Participate now!

Vincent Ineichen selected for the artist residency of the fifth Switzerland 2026

The Foundation Auslandschweizerplatz awards the 2026 art residency to Toulouse-based sculptor Vincent Ineichen, who will realise his sculptural concept in Brunnen and at further Swiss locations.

Working confidently in partnership

In light of recent tensions, OSA Vice-President David W. Mörker, Minneapolis, gives us his take on the long-standing relationship between Switzerland and the United States.

Webinar – Popular vote of 8 March 2026

On 8 March 2026, Switzerland will vote on four national proposals: the cash initiative with counterproposal, the SRG initiative, the climate fund initiative, and individual taxation. The easyvote webinar explains everything briefly and clearly.

Our festive greetings

This time of year is all about community and togetherness. We wish you a joyous holiday season and many happy moments, wherever you are in the world.

Your Advent pictures

Advent is beginning in many countries: Christmas markets are lit up and the smell of mulled wine is in the air. But perhaps your Advent is different? Share your most beautiful moments and photos with the Swiss abroad community.

Youth Camp 2026

The 2026 youth camps are in the starting blocks! Discover Switzerland, experience community, sport and adventure – and make friends for life. Find out more now and be part of an unforgettable summer!

100 delegates from all regions of the world!

The last meeting of the year of the Council of the Swiss Abroad concludes an eventful 2025. The meeting focused on major changes: new leadership, possible budget cuts and a comprehensive reform process.

International Day of Democracy

On September 15, the world celebrates democracy - as a goal and an ongoing process. Discover the agenda, background information and the latest news.

Webinars: Tax and financial topics

Living abroad raises many tax and financial questions. Ask your questions live and get clear and practical answers!

Youth Service Summer Camp

Discover the best moments from our youth camps!

Ask your ambassador a question!

Are you a Swiss citizen living in New Zealand, Israel, Singapore, or Brunei? The Swiss ambassadors from these countries will be attending the Swiss Community Days. Ask them your questions right here.

Location for Holocaust memorial confirmed

Preparatory work has been completed and completion is planned for 2027/2028 on the Bern Casino Terrace.

August 1st Greeting

In her speech, the President of the Swiss Confederation addresses Swiss citizens living abroad.

Webinar – Marriage, birth, death

Civil status events also play a key role abroad. The webinar recording from June 17, 2025 provides practical information and helpful tips in a concise and easy-to-understand format.Available in German and French.
 

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Does Switzerland monitor its honorary consuls adequately?

22. abril 2026 - Honorary consuls represent Switzerland and are deeply embedded in local networks. But this also means they can face potential conflicts of interest.…

Why Merantix founder Adrian Locher chose Berlin over Zurich for his AI start-up

18. abril 2026 - Ten years ago, Adrian Locher from Bern set out to find the ideal location to develop an AI ecosystem – and ultimately chose Germany over Switzerland.…

Making young Swiss abroad feel more than just 'passport holders'

17. abril 2026 - Sofia Garcia‑Reyes is the new president of the Youth Parliament of the Swiss Abroad (YPSA). The Swiss‑Colombian aims to make the organisation…

Swiss government to tighten foreign property ownership

15. abril 2026 - The Swiss government has decided to tighten the federal law on home ownership by foreigners - commonly known as the Lex Koller law - in order to…

Swiss in Hungary: ‘We’ve given ourselves a second chance’

13. abril 2026 - After 54 years in Switzerland, Zoltán Tamassy recently moved to Hungary. On Sunday, the dual national was able to vote locally. He says he supported…

Swiss entrepreneurs are staying put in Dubai

11. abril 2026 - Despite the conflict in the region and its impact on investments, Swiss entrepreneurs based in Dubai are determined not to leave the Emirati city that…

Picture of the day

10. abril 2026 - Since a redesign in 2004, the parliament square in Bern has been covered with around 3,600 slabs of gneiss from the Vals valley. Heavy foot traffic is…

How the closure of an Olten venue reflects a wider demise of Swiss clubbing

08. abril 2026 - The Terminus club in Olten is closing. It is a symptom of an industry in crisis, as young people in Switzerland increasingly avoid discos and…

The six European cities most loved by the Swiss Abroad

03. abril 2026 - Swiss citizens reside in almost every country worldwide, but the largest numbers are found in neighbouring states – especially in major European…
 

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