Visas & Immigration

Learn how to apply for visas, residence, and citizenship in Switzerland, whether you are immigrating for love, to find work, as a student, or simply for adventure.

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Dual citizenship in Switzerland: rules for expats

Understand dual citizenship in Switzerland by verifying regulations, confirming your naturalisation route and checking local cantonal requirements. If you are planning to make Switzerland your permanent home, you will be pleased to know that Swiss citizenship does not come at the expense of your current passport. Switzerland has allowed dual citizenship unconditionally since 1992, meaning […]

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Schengen visa travel insurance for Switzerland

Switzerland is part of the Schengen Area, so travellers who require a Schengen visa must include compliant travel medical insurance with their application. Before buying a policy, verify your nationality and visa category. Insurance is mandatory specifically for short-stay visa applicants rather than an automatic obligation for every foreign visitor. Because consulates inspect your insurance […]

Schengen visa for Switzerland: requirements and how to apply

Switzerland is part of the Schengen Area, so travelers who require a short-stay Schengen visa must generally provide compliant travel medical insurance with their application. Insurance is not automatically required for every foreign visitor, so confirm your nationality and visa category before buying a policy. Your certificate may be checked when your application is submitted, […]

Swiss visas: how to immigrate to Switzerland in 2026

Moving to Switzerland? Find out whether you need a Switzerland visa or permit to live, study, or work in the country.

Family visas in Switzerland

Relatives of permanent Swiss residents can join them, but rules apply. Read our guide to family reunification visas in Switzerland for more.

Work visas in Switzerland

Switzerland has restricted quotas for foreign workers, and everyone needs work authorization to legally work in Switzerland.

Registering at your address in Switzerland

Think Swiss bureaucracy is daunting? Here’s your cheat code to navigating registration – because skipping it isn’t an option.

Getting permanent residence in Switzerland

For many expats, getting permanent residence in Switzerland is a popular alternative to Swiss citizenship. Find out more with our complete guide.

Citizenship in Switzerland: how to become a Swiss citizen

Thinking of applying for Swiss citizenship? Find out all about the process with our informative guide to becoming a citizen of Switzerland.

Swiss passports: getting a passport in Switzerland

Want to travel the world as a Swiss citizen? Find out who is eligible for a Swiss passport and the steps to take to get one.

Student visas in Switzerland

If you want to study in Switzerland, find out the Swiss visa and immigration requirements for students, postgraduate studies and post-doctoral researchers.