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News & media

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.

About us

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

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.

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.

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.

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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Notes from the Federal Palace

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Votes and Elections

Notes from the Federal Palace

New Year’s winter camp – now is the time to reserve your spot

YPSA – what’s behind the four letters?

Francis Giauque | “You are near, you are far, but I will never reach you”

Literature series

Meimuna is a gentle voice in an uncertain world

Germaine Seewer

Marianne Jenni | “The Swiss Abroad are important for Switzerland’s image”

Notes from the Federal Palace

Ariane Rustichelli – farewell in a few hashtags

Camille Strack | “I liked most of all the contact with the animals and the beautiful landscapes”

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Thank you! Your donations helped us to keep going

Voters find utopian “Environmental Responsibility Initiative” too much to swallow

Ban on Nazi symbols to be introduced after all

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OSA to hold more virtual information events in 2025

Readership survey 2024: A good report card – helping us to improve

From the editor’s desk

Books and other food for thought

Swiss statistics

News

What has Switzerland learned from the Credit Suisse debacle?

Elections to the Council of the Swiss Abroad – you have until 11 May 2025 to cast your vote

Discussion: Swiss Abroad are “spongers”?

Centre Party snail race to replace Amherd

The day the “Fifth Switzerland” became official

Cliff edge

Women’s football on the big stage

The renaissance of wood in Swiss construction

Discovering Switzerland’s culinary heritage

Swiss-EU relations – the moment of truth awaits

Change of address Swiss Review

Notes from the Federal Palace

Votes and Elections

Notes from the Federal Palace

Young Swiss Abroad are also asking: Apprenticeship, university of applied sciences or university?

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