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Swiss memorial takes shapeIt is now official: an official memorial to the victims of National Socialism will be built in the city of Bern. Following intensive planning, the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) and the City of Bern have completed the preparatory work. The memorial will be located on the Casino Terrace, in the immediate vicinity of the Federal Palace, and will be open to the

Dear Swiss Abroad,Your number has now grown to more than 820,000 people, twice as many as in the 1980s. For Switzerland, this means that we have more bridge builders in the world, more unofficial ambassadors for our country. And more people who see and feel developments on the ground that we in Switzerland may not yet be aware of, or not to the same extent, but which will sooner or later also have

MEDIENMITTEILUNGBern, 16. Mai 2025 - Die Schweizerinnen und Schweizer im Ausland wählen derzeit ihre Vertretung im Auslandschweizerrat, der auch als «Parlament der Fünften Schweiz» bezeichnet wird. In diesem Jahr kamen in rund 50 Ländern erstmals zentralisierte Online-Direktwahlen zum Einsatz. Die Auslandschweizer-Organisation erhofft sich dadurch mehr Diversität und eine bessere Repräsentativität

Discover vibrant Swiss communities around the world – explore facts, traditions, club life, and local contacts, all shared by Swiss people living abroad.Curious about the SwissCommunity in Finland? Interested in what life is like for Swiss expats in Australia? Or has Mexico piqued your curiosity?At swisscommunity.org, we’ve begun gathering profiles of Swiss communities across the globe. These insi

Source: Press release FDHA | Graphics: Federal statistical office FSOThere were 826 700 Swiss citizens residing in other countries on 31 December 2024. Their numbers have increased since 2023 (+13 300 people or +1.6%). Three quarters of the Swiss abroad have more than one nationality.Of the 826 700 Swiss citizens residing abroad, 530 500 live in Europe (64%). The largest communities are in France

The OSA Board has unanimously elected Dr. Lukas Weber as the new Director of the Organization's Secretariat. He succeeds Ariane Rustichelli, who is taking on a new professional challenge after 17 years with the OSA.The Media release from 19 March 2025 is available in German and French.

13 countries or groups of countries (constituencies) were selected to hold direct and centralized elections via an online voting system, within the framework set by the electoral regulations.Voting is open from April 12 to May 11, 2025. Only email addresses of Swiss Abroad who are entitled to vote (18+ and registered with the embassy) and who are registered with the embassy by March 3, 2025 will r

Indifference and disdain – the mood in Switzerland has turned against the Swiss Abroad of late. No longer flavour of the month, or symptomatic of a more general malaise? We asked some politicians who are closely involved with the “Fifth Switzerland” for their views.Read about it in the Swiss Review article.How do you feel as a Swiss Abroad - Do you think the mood has turned? Leave your comment bel

Are you a Swiss citizen living abroad with a passion for politics? Do topics like e-voting, banking, health insurance, and AHV (Old Age Insurance) matter to you? If so, this is your chance to make a difference!As a delegate of the CSA, you'll represent the #SwissCommunity, collaborate with fellow delegates and parliamentarians, and advocate for the interests of over 800,000 Swiss citizens living a

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From December 27, 2024, to January 5, 2025, 36 young Swiss nationals living abroad, aged 15 to 18, kicked off the year with an unforgettable ski and snowboarding camp in Davos.Guided by seven experienced instructors and supported by a dedicated culinary team, participants enjoyed exceptional snow conditions and perfect weather on the renowned slopes of this iconic Swiss resort.The packed program i

GERMAN: Bern, 15. Januar 2025 − Die Nationalratskommission für Verkehr und Fernmeldewesen schlägt in ihrem indirekten Gegenvorschlag zur Halbierungsinitiative massive Kürzungen des SRG-Budgets vor. Dies gefährdet den Zugang zu qualitativ hochwertigen und unabhängigen Informationen für die über 813 000 im Ausland lebenden Schweizer:innen.Die Nationalratskommission für Verkehr und Fernmeldewesen pla

Thank you to everyone who shared photos of their August 1st celebration! What a treat!If you're curious to see how the Swiss Abroad celebrated around the world have a look here.

We are giving away one 3-day pass worth up to CHF 540 for the 100th Congress of the Swiss Abroad, which will take place in Lucerne from July 11 to 13, 2024. All participants who have already registered or who register by May 1, 2024 for the plenary assembly on Friday and/or the jubilee celebration on Saturday will automatically be included in the draw.Register now for the anniversary congress. Wit

Nat Cartier, a Swiss artist living abroad, has been awarded this year's scholarship as "Artist in Residence" at the Square of the Swiss Abroad in Brunnen. Cartier beat off competition from eight other applicants and impressed the six-member jury of the Square of the Swiss Abroad foundation with his talents as a performing artist, producer and songwriter. Third award alreadyThe "Artist in Residence

Figures published today on 28 March by the Federal Statistical Office show that the community of the Swiss Abroad continues to grow. As in 2022, the group of people aged over 65 once again saw the largest percentage increase. Statistics suggest that the increase is in part related to the growing risk of poverty in old age.For more information in German or French, see the press release of the Organ

The Pro Patria Foundation and Swiss Post are dedicating a new series of stamps to the more than 800,000 Swiss Abroad. The Organisation of the Swiss Abroad (OSA) welcomes this initiative which underlines its fundamental concern with strengthening links between the Swiss Abroad and those living in Switzerland. The initiative is a way for the “Fifth Switzerland” to put its stamp on the everyday lives

The program for the 100th Congress of the Swiss Abroad is online. Register now for the anniversary event in Lucerne!

We asked the community: Did you emigrate for love? Or did love follow you abroad? We received the most beautiful love stories – fascinating and unique tales of love from all over the world and across all borders.You can find the SwissCommunity love stories right here.