Congress of the Swiss Abroad

Once a year in summer, the Organisation of the Swiss Abroad organises a congress for Swiss citizens living all around the world. The event has become a popular meeting and networking opportunity for all those who are interested in the international mobility of the “Fifth Switzerland”. The diverse themes are picked to match the interests and expectations of this audience.

Every year a different region of Switzerland hosts the congress. Up to 400 participants meet compatriots from around the world, listen to interesting speeches, inform themselves about developments in Switzerland, talk about their own experiences and get to know interesting personalities from the worlds of the Swiss economy and politics.

Thanks to a varied social programme, including sightseeing and excursions across the host region, participation in this event promises a unique experience.

All speeches and sessions at the congress are held in German or French.