Swiss citizens abroad
If you already live abroad or are planning to move abroad, you will find useful information and videos on specific topics relating to the Swiss community abroad here.
President of the Swiss Confederation Guy Parmelin: National Day 2026 greetings for the Swiss abroad
- 1st of August address of the President of the Swiss Confederation Guy Parmelin (PDF)
- Swiss national anthem (Swiss Psalm) (German, French, Italian)
- Download the video
Upcoming webinars
- 15 September 2026
Old-age pension provision - 17 November 2026
Offers for young Swiss people abroad
Young Swiss Abroad
Useful information for young Swiss citizens abroad.
Retiring abroad
Pension payment, medical care, insurance, health insurance and social integration during your retirement abroad.
The Organisation of the Swiss Abroad SwissCommunity
Useful information about the Organisation of the Swiss Abroad (OSE) SwissCommunity, its remit and services.
Swiss schools abroad
Information on Swiss schools abroad and the association educationsuisse.
Square of the Swiss Abroad
Information on the Square of the Swiss Abroad in Brunnen.
Statistics on the Swiss Abroad
The Federal Statistical Office (FSO) publishes statistics on the Swiss Abroad on behalf of the FDFA. This data is available on the FSO website.
Swiss Clubs
Clubs give the opportunity to exchange views with the Swiss living in Canada. They organize many Swiss-related events every year.
Listening to Swiss Citizens in Canada
During her visit to Canada for the 50th anniversary of the Swiss National Day celebrations organized by FEDE at Mont Sutton, Marianne Jenni shares her thoughts on her meetings with the Swiss Canadian community, the current challenges facing the Fifth Switzerland, and the priorities of the Consular Directorate.