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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

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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Notes from the Federal Palace

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15.11.2016

New expanded editions of two ABCs are now available:

The ABC Switzerland-UN explains the UN institutions and bodies, key terms in United Nations vocabulary and provides an overview of Switzerland's UN policy by keyword.

The ABC of Human Rights presents essential human rights concepts in a glossary of keywords arranged in alphabetical order. In addition it provides an overview of the history, development and application of human rights as well as the current status of the debate.

The other publications in the FDFA's ABC series are of course also still available, in the handy A5 format, online and free of charge at www.fdfa.admin.ch/publications > ABC Series.

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