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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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SwissCommunity News

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!

Webinar – Popular Vote on September 28

On 28 September, Switzerland will vote on two national proposals: the introduction of an electronic identity card (e-ID) and the taxation of second homes. The easyvote webinar provides the most important information in just a few minutes.

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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From California to Ticino: what a journey to my ancestors’ Swiss villages revealed

25. enero 2026 - Last summer, Nicole Holst visited the small villages in southern Switzerland where all of her great-great-grandparents were born before emigrating to…

Swiss at heart, not on paper: the challenges of naturalisation from abroad 

17. enero 2026 - The number of people acquiring Swiss citizenship from abroad has fallen to a historic low. One person currently going through the naturalisation…

Swiss in Venezuela say US intervention was expected and necessary

13. enero 2026 - Following the United States' military intervention in Venezuela on January 3 and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, Swiss people living there…

Honorary consul proudly promotes Switzerland in southern France

10. enero 2026 - Geoffroy Baylaender has been a Swiss honorary consul in Montpellier, France, for two years. This hands-on role requires personal commitment, plus an…

Crans-Montana tragedy: ‘Our hearts go out to you’, say Swiss Abroad

09. enero 2026 - Switzerland is observing a national day of mourning on January 9 in honour of the victims of the deadly New Year’s Eve bar fire in Crans-Montana. The…

2025 Review: six graphics to help explain Swiss trends

26. diciembre 2025 - Migration, climate change and artificial intelligence (AI): these global phenomena have a major impact in Switzerland too. Swissinfo presents a…

Survey shows Swiss value health over wealth

24. diciembre 2025 - Switzerland’s status as one of the world’s richest countries does not mean money comes first for most of its people, according to the results of a…

Latin America shines at the Youth Parliament of the Swiss Abroad

16. diciembre 2025 - Elections were held from November 17 to December 14 to renew the YPSA committee for the 2026-2028 legislature. While the number of candidates broke a…

From hairdresser to consul in Pattaya: a Swiss expat’s unlikely journey

15. diciembre 2025 - In the coastal city of Pattaya in Thailand, Esther Kaufmann has become a trusted figure for many Swiss expatriates and retirees. After decades of…
 

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