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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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Greeting on August 1, 2026, for the Swiss Abroad

Greeting on August 1, 2026, for the Swiss Abroad

Webinar: Returning to Switzerland as a Binational Family

Are you a Swiss abroad travelling to the Schengen area? Wondering how ETIAS affects your travels, or considering a longer stay or permanent return to Switzerland as a binational family?

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.
 

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Are the Swiss Abroad a drain or a gain for Switzerland?

15. septiembre 2026 - How do Swiss nationals living abroad contribute to the good of Switzerland? This is a question that often arises. Those concerned say they ease the…

Twenty-five years after 9/11: ‘I’ve never spoken about it until now’

11. septiembre 2026 - On the morning of September 11, 2001, Swiss citizen Beat Reinhart was working directly opposite the Twin Towers. He witnessed the attacks first-hand.…

From grey skies to heatwaves: climate drives Swiss abroad

07. septiembre 2026 - Every year, many Swiss choose to settle abroad for a better climate. In the past the main motivation was often to escape the country’s long grey…

When a DNA test reveals unexpected Swiss ancestry

06. septiembre 2026 - At the age of 53, Robert Thayer discovered his genes didn’t match his presumed family tree. Finding himself suddenly connected to the Liechti family,…

Swiss schools abroad tackle teacher shortage

03. septiembre 2026 - Efforts are afoot to make it easier for Swiss schools abroad to find and recruit Swiss-trained staff. A parliamentary initiative proposes…

Swiss Abroad face threat to 13th pension payment

28. agosto 2026 - Swiss citizens living abroad could be excluded from the new 13th state pension payment under a proposal from the right-wing Swiss People’s Party. A…

Missing Swiss woman found alive in Nepal floods

27. agosto 2026 - A Swiss woman who had been reported missing by the Nepal tourism authority following a flash flood between Nepal and China has been found alive. The…

Council of the Swiss Abroad campaigns for clear objectives and more respect

24. agosto 2026 - Whether it was the relationship between members and the committee, the theme of the 2027 congress, or the diaspora’s contribution to Switzerland:…

What stereotypes do Swiss citizens living abroad face?

21. agosto 2026 - “Ambassadors of Switzerland” or “freeloaders”? The image of Swiss citizens living abroad remains a topic of controversy in Switzerland. Many Swiss…
 

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