The Local - Switzerland (4 hours ago)

The Eurovision Song Contest is famous for celebrating everything from cross-dressing ballad singers to heavy metal bands in monster masks, but geopolitics is threatening its 70th anniversary edition.

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The Local - Switzerland (9 hours ago)

In Switzerland, barbecuing in the great outdoors is a must in the summer. But what does Swiss law say about grilling while enjoying the nature? Here's what you need to know.

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

The populations of certain countries in Europe are expected to grow by 2100, but there will be a big drop on average across Europe, new predictions reveal. So which countries will see a population growth?

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

Switzerland said Friday it had begun sending staff back to Tehran and would gradually reopen its embassy, enabling it to continue as a facilitator for diplomatic contacts between Washington and Tehran.

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

If you own a flat (or want to buy one) in a building in Switzerland that is managed by a homeowners' association, there are certain duties and responsibilities you will have. Here's what you should know.

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The Local - Switzerland (A day ago)

There are some great one day hikes within easy reach of the Swiss city of Geneva but some are easier than others, writes Monty Pierce Jones.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

US president criticises Switzerland yet again, and Swiss police warn of disastrous effects of the anti-immigration proposal — these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

The daily use of digital technologies is a mark of a developed, forward-looking society. How is Switzerland doing in this respect?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

The Swiss are pretty money-savvy and good financial standing is important to them, so what does this mean in terms of credit scores?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

Europe is bracing for potential jet fuel shortages resulting from the ongoing international conflict in the Middle East. If your flight is affected, what are your rights?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

Switzerland's Police Officers' Association has warned that cooperation between the country's law enforcement agencies and the EU would be jeopardised if the bid to limit immigration is approved at the ballot box.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

Booking the cheapest fares with Swiss airlines soon means packing lighter. The new 'Basic' ticket changes what counts as included baggage

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The Local - Switzerland (2 days ago)

Police Officers' Association opposes the rightwing anti-immigration initiative; the EU could force Switzerland to pay millions to unemployed cross-border workers; plus other news in our roundup this Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

Since mid-April Americans can benefit from a hugely reduced fee to renounce their US citizenship and many are now opting to take that route, campaigners say.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

Depending on the distance from your home to work, your commute, whether by car or public transport, could end up being quite expensive. Will the company you work for in Switzerland refund these costs?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

Even though it is scaling down on its own operations, SWISS will help maintain Lufthansa's flights after the German carrier announced thousands of cancellations due to the fuel crisis.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

Donald Trump has once more spoken about his dislike of Switzerland. What is it about this time?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

You've probably noticed that people from the European Union, as well as Norway Iceland, and Liechtenstein (so-called EFTA countries) are treated differently in Switzerland than their counterparts from outside the EU. Why is that and what are they each entitled to?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 days ago)

US president has an issue with Switzerland - again; government supports the move to expand Sunday shop openings; and more news in our roundup this Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

To truly understand Switzerland and its people, nothing beats exploring its mountains, villages, and bustling cities. But on those days when the weather keeps you indoors, a good book can be an excellent way to learn more.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

From a cheese festival to the ice hockey world championship - these are some of the events scheduled to take place in various Swiss regions this month.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Swiss salaries are notoriously high, but few (if any) can match the pay that one American company is ready to shell out to AI specialists in Zurich.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 days ago)

Switzerland's jet fuel reserves could soon run out; US company offers exorbitant salaries to Zurich AI specialists;  and more news in our roundup on Wednesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

The right-wing initiative to curb the number of EU immigrants is raising questions about what would happen to foreigners who already live in Switzerland if this measure wins the majority of votes.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

Salaries in Switzerland went up in 2025, but disparities exist among sectors, a new government study reveals.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

Popular flight routes around Europe are almost impossible for passengers to book by train because of a "stone age" ticketing system, a new report has found as the EU is set to unveil plans for it single ticket system.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

People who come from third countries face more restrictions in Switzerland than their European counterparts do – including with work permits.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

Reigning Swiss champions, Basel football club (FCB) has rejected an approach about staging a Kanye West concert at their St. Jakob-Park arena.

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The Local - Switzerland (5 days ago)

Quitting smoking is much more expensive in Switzerland than abroad; roosters and cows spark controversy in a Swiss village; plus other news in our Tuesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

Switzerland has been pretty lax concerning the use of helmets for electric scooter riders, but the move to change this is now under way.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

If you haven't realised it yet, being proficient in 'German' does not quite equate to being well integrated in Switzerland.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

After the US and Israel attacked Iran on February 28th, Swiss petrol prices have risen sharply. But the conflict is impacting mortgage rates in Switzerland as well.

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The Local - Switzerland (6 days ago)

Entry bans into Switzerland are on the rise; voters will decide if government should export arms; and more news in our roundup this Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

The head of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) on Friday called on authorities to put "well-coordinated plans in place" in the event of jet-fuel rationing due to the Middle East war.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

You may think that 'lower prices' and 'Switzerland' should never be mentioned in the same sentence. But online resources can actually help you save on some purchases.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Special permit could be required for foreigners to buy a home in Switzerland, and how the move to curb immigration would worsen Geneva's traffic problems - these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Integration is not easy for many foreigners, regardless of age, but immersion in a new culture may be particularly challenging for older individuals. Are there any associations in Switzerland that can help this process along?

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

The risk of jet fuel shortages in Europe grows each day tankers remain stuck in the Strait of Hormuz, although it isn't clear when exactly supplies will run out and what that will mean for travellers.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

From Labour Day rallies to new air and rail travel options - there are some big changes and events to know about in Switzerland in May 2026.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

One of the biggest annual events in Zurich, the Sechseläuten, takes places every April. The Local explains what it's all about...and what the Böögg is.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Four more current and former officials are now under criminal investigation in the probe into Switzerland's Crans-Montana fire disaster that killed 41 people and injured 115 others.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

SBB is launching more direct connections to Italy and France; the war in Iran has caused Swiss mortgage rates to soar; and more news in our roundup on Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Switzerland expects not only its own residents to follow the rules of proper (Swiss) conduct, but foreign visitors as well. The country's tourism board has laid out a good code of conduct to observe.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Whether its work permits, health insurance or buying property we'd like to hear from readers about what the main problems are in 2026 for international residents living in Switzerland. Please take part in our one minute survey.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Switzerland's Edelweiss airline is eliminating flights to two US destinations from its summer schedule, citing 'geopolitical' reasons.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Foreign nationals living abroad will be required to obtain a special permit before purchasing a home in Switzerland, the Swiss Federal Council has announced.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

The Middle East war has plunged Swiss watchmakers into uncertainty, testing the resilience of an iconic national industry already shaken by several crises.

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The Local - Switzerland (A week ago)

Swiss government plans to restrict property purchases by foreigners; most new doctors practicing in Switzerland are foreign nationals; plus other news in our Thursday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

In the coming weeks, debates on the new batch of Swiss-EU agreements will begin in the parliamentary committees. So what are the key points of the discussions?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Some jobseekers in Switzerland have complained about being asked, during a recruitment process, to provide an extract from a debt enforcement office proving no defaulted payments. But is this practice legal?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Between April 15th and May 20th, 2026, Basel EuroAirport will be renovating its main runway, causing all but one of its airlines to cancel their flights during this time.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Basel EuroAirport (almost) shuts down for six weeks; home ownership in Switzerland dwindles; and more news in our roundup this Wednesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The price of fuel at Swiss pumps has increased by up to 25 percent in the past several weeks. Is the government taking any action to neutralise this upward trend as governments in neighbouring countries are?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The European Commission said on Tuesday it fears Europe could face jet fuel supply issues "in the near future" with no end in sight to the Iran war that's hit global energy markets.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Zurich real estate is among Switzerland's most expensive, and in some lakeside areas prices are driven upwards by international residents.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

American fast-food chain McDonald's is set on expanding its operations in Switzerland, but not everyone is happy about its plans for a new Zurich location - including British actress Emma Thompson.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

A new EU directive on pay transparency, which aims to ensure equality between men and women doing the same job, could transform the European job market by guaranteeing more rights to workers.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Crans-Montana Mayor Nicolas Feraud said he had not known that safety checks were not carried out for six years at a Swiss ski resort bar where a fire erupted during New Year celebrations.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Wealthy foreign residents turn parts of Zurich into upscale neighbourhoods; a new app aims to simplify payments for Switzerland's public transport; plus other news in our Tuesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

On June 14th, voters will have their say on a hard-right's proposal to limit the number of foreigners allowed to settle in Switzerland, in order to prevent further population growth. Approval of this initiative would present challenges not only to the country as a whole, but especially to the canton of Geneva.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Crans-Montana mayor Nicolas Feraud was questioned for the first time on Monday by public prosecutors investigating the New Year fire disaster in the Swiss ski resort.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

In 2025, Swiss embassies have issued over half a million so-called Schengen visas to people from outside the EU, a new study reveals. Who gets most of them?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

European leaders reacted on Monday to the defeat of Viktor Orban, who lost Sunday's parliamentary elections in Hungary. Many hailed the result as a victory for democracy and for Europe.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

A petition has been launched in April to demand that the production of Swiss spice Aromat remains in Switzerland and is not outsourced to the US. But why are the Swiss so obsessed with the food seasoning?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

The climate crisis is hitting Switzerland particularly hard, not least through its rapidly melting glaciers. Why is the country warming faster than most others on earth?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Lufthansa strike impacts flights to and from Switzerland; Swiss house prices continue their upward trend; and more news in our roundup on Monday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Despite claims that the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES) border checks would be "fully operational" by April 10th, many airports have reported disruption and some Channel ports don't even have the technology for full rollout yet.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Bureaucratic backlogs and rule changes on residency rights are having an increasing impact on the lives of foreigners living around Europe. Many say they have been left in legal limbo with their lives effectively on hold.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Will soaring jet fuel prices affect air travel to and from Switzerland, and why marriage to a Swiss citizen doesn't always lead to naturalisation — these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

When the topic of foreign residents is brought up, it usually relates to people from the European Union. But what about those who come to Switzerland from third countries?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

A recent analysis offers an interesting perspective on immigration – and particularly on how naturalisation changes Switzerland's population landscape.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

As the war in the Middle East continues and fuel supplies tighten, some airlines have begun to cut their flights. What is the situation in Switzerland?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

A Swiss court said on Thursday it had rejected a request to recuse the regional prosecutors investigating a New Year's fire that killed 41 people in the ski resort of Crans-Montana.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Naturalisation has changed Switzerland's population balance; Swiss fuel prices increased by up to 25 percent; plus other news in our roundup this Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

All major Swiss supermarkets have products designated as 'bio', which refers to their 'organic' farming or manufacturing methods. But what exactly does this label represent?

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The Local - Switzerland (2 weeks ago)

Study reveals Switzerland's most commuter-oriented cities ; Switzerland's unemployment rate has fallen slightly; and more news in our Thursday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

A former fire safety official in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana remained silent when questioned Wednesday by prosecutors investigating a deadly New Year blaze, his lawyer said.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Some 41,000 foreigners became Swiss in 2025, but where are they all from and which parts of Switzerland hand out most new passports?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

If you missed your tax deadline in Switzerland, can you ask for an extension. However, each canton has a different one.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

One of the obvious 'Swiss paradoxes' is that a neutral country which hasn't been attacked since Napoleon's invasion in 1798 has built enough fallout shelters to protect the entire population. Here's why.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Swiss army bunkers are in demand as data centres; a petition to keep Aromat in Switzerland is launched; and other news in our Wednesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Fees for Swiss work permits are set by both federal and cantonal governments, but the exact amount is determined primarly by the cantonal migration authorities.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

In the past several years, the Federal Roads Office (ASTRA) has identified nearly 950 high-accident zones on Switzerland's road network. What is being done to improve safety there?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Most foreigners who wed Swiss nationals are granted citizenship through a simplified naturalisation process. However there are cases where this doesn't happen.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Widow denied Swiss citizenship because of a three-way relationship; new analysis reveals where Swiss travellers are getting the best value for their money; and more news in our roundup this Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The price of diesel fuel has rocketed by more than 30 percent across Europe since the start of the Middle East war highlighting the continent's dependence on imported energy and the lingering prominence of diesel on the car market.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Only 276 kilometres lie between Switzerland's two largest cities, but distance is not the only thing that separates Switzerland's German and French-speaking hubs.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The number of people acquiring the citizenship of a European country has increased massively compared to a decade ago. Experts say that the trend has accelerated in recent years due various factors.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Despite a number of cancellations, the national airline, SWISS, is adding new destinations and increasing frequency of certain flights, in the coming months.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Geneva voters will have to decide on a law that would ban any speed limit below 50 km/h on major roads of the Swiss canton.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Whether mountain homes or other types of residences, some areas of Switzerland have more 'holiday' dwellings than others. Where is the highest number found?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Geneva residents to vote on speed limits; eight Swiss municipalities no longer allow secondary residences on their territory; and more news in our Friday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

For the first time, Switzerland's residents over the age of 65 outnumber those under 20. The phenomenon could have serious implications on the country's future as well as on government policy.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

A landmark agreement has been reached by the European Parliament and Council on the reform of EU rules around customs that include new measures to tackle e-commerce from non-EU countries. What will it mean for consumers?

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

If you want to add a Swiss twist to your Easter this year, Swiss food writer Franziska Wick from Little Zurich Kitchen has some suggestions for you.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Despite cancellations of some flights, Switzerland's national airline, SWISS, will operate additional ones to a number of popular short-haul destinations.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

The price of becoming a Swiss citizen in Basel-City will drop significantly - from 1,750 to 900 francs – on July 1st.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

To make the best out of your Easter weekend in Switzerland, it is important to know what is open and what is not. We give you the answers.

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The Local - Switzerland (3 weeks ago)

Naturalisation procedure in Basel will cost much less from this summer; Swiss to add 74 new flights in Europe; plus other news in our roundup this Thursday.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

The Swiss government is considering dropping the agreed purchase of the Patriot air-defence system from the United States amid severe delivery delays, Defence Minister Martin Pfister said Wednesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Switzerland's finance minister and former president has filed a criminal complaint over a barrage of sexist abuse on Elon Musk's X platform, her office confirmed Wednesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

In March, MPs voted in favour of introducing a fee for foreign drivers who merely transit through Switzerland without spending any time here. Many questions about the logistics of the new measure still remain unanswered, not least the fee itself.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Just like the Swiss army knife, Rivella, and LSD, the iconic Easter gold chocolate bunny was invented in Switzerland — and has enjoyed global success ever since.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

A new global report ranks three Swiss cities - Zurich, Geneva, and Lausanne - among the world's 'smartest. What exactly does this mean?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Australian Hugh Chaffey-Millar came to Switzerland in 2013 and finally became a Swiss citizen last year. Here he shares tips with The Local to help foreigners in their long, and often bumpy, quest for integration and naturalisation.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

On April 1st, 1957, the BBC broadcast a three-minute video about a family in southern Switzerland harvesting their annual spaghetti crop. More than 60 years later, it's widely regarded as the most successful April Fools' Day prank of all time.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Three Swiss cities are ranked among the 10 smartest in the world; Swiss Post launches its digital letter service today; and more news in our roundup this Wednesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

A number of tenants in Switzerland are entitled to pay less for their rented accommodation than the amount their landlord charges. But many don't seek to have their rents lowered.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Like every year at this time, traffic jams are forming on the roads leading to Ticino. The reason is that many residents of other Swiss regions like to spend this holiday in the Italian-speaking canton. Here's why.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Increasing numbers of people in Switzerland are buying firearms; government warns about the new 'supermarket scam' ; and more news in our roundup on Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

European airports and airlines organisations issued on Monday the latest warning about the next implementation phase of the EU's new biometric border system, "as the transition phase comes to an end right in the travel peak of the Easter holidays.”

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Good Friday and Easter Monday are two holidays that are celebrated in some Swiss cantons over the Easter weekend, but not in others. And one canton has no public holidays at all.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Switzerland has long been a magnet for foreigners looking for a better life – including a growing number of wealthy 'immigrants.'

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

After a failed referendum in 2021, the Swiss government's push for the electronic identity card was finally approved at the ballot box on September 28th, 2025. What's next?

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Due to holiday travel, Federal Roads Office (ASTRA) warns of long traffic jams and other significant disruptions on Switzerland's motorways over the Easter period.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

Summer travel to and from Switzerland will become more expensive as SWISS and Edelweiss increase their fuel surcharges.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

The UK government is set to further increase the cost of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for travellers from Europe, coinciding with the implementation of tougher entry rules.

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The Local - Switzerland (4 weeks ago)

SWISS and Edelweiss increase their fuel surcharges, resulting in higher air fares; hard-right wants to ban headscarves in schools; and more news in our Monday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

A huge shipment of Nestle's crunchy KitKat chocolate bars was stolen in Europe, the brand said, warning that the heist risked causing shortages in stores right before Easter.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

If you are a new arrival in Switzerland, or even if you have been living here for a while but are not familiar with local laws, these are the rules you need to follow to avoid being slapped with a fine.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

War in the Middle East has caused energy market volatility around the globe, forcing governments in Europe to intervene and keep fuel costs down for consumers.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland's top court ruled Friday that plant-based drinks may not use the word "milk" in their marketing, rejecting an appeal from French dairy giant Danone.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Some parts of Switzerland have housing cooperatives that offer more affordable rents. Here's what you need to know, and how you can apply to rent one of these apartments.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Hard-right launches its anti-immigration campaign, and the government warns jobseekers about fraudulent employment offers - these are among the Swiss news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The Federal Office of Cybersecurity (FOCS) is raising the alarm about fraudulent job offers published on the fake websites of supposed Swiss companies.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The British government has alerted UK tourists travelling to the Schengen area around Easter about the full implementation of EU's new Entry/Exit border system (EES), urging travellers to allow additional time for journeys.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

It is a huge task to select the most picturesque villages in a country like Switzerland, where beautiful sites abound just about everywhere. But the famous Michelin travel guide has had a go.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

A partnership between Switzerland's national airline SWISS and the federal railways (SBB), which combines train and air travel into a single booking, is offering a new destination: Grindelwald.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Merged Swiss company cuts more jobs than originally announced; affordable rents remain rare in Switzerland, new study reveals; and more news in our roundup this Friday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland's universities not only consistently rank among the best overall globally, but their specific degree programmes also receive top scores in a new ranking.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

From March 29th and until October 31st, Switzerland's EuroAirport in Basel will add eight new flights to its timetable.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Letting your dog roam the Swiss countryside off the leash can have dire consequences and you may even be breaking the law.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Swiss expert calls for stricter testing for older drivers; dogs in Zurich are to be leashed from April 1st; and more Swiss news in our Thursday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Funding cuts by the United States resulted not only in job losses within Geneva's UN sector, but they have impacted Geneva airport - Switzerland's second-largest – as well.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland has many rules (both written and not) about what is an acceptable and expected behaviour in all areas of life – including making and receiving calls.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland's labour market is showing signs of decline; moving is becoming increasingly more expensive for Swiss tenants; plus other news in our Wednesday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Though the initiative to curb the influx of foreigners from the EU has been sparking controversy for a while, the Swiss People's Party (SVP) has officially launched its campaign on March 24th – less than thre months before the issue is voted on in a referendum.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

In 2025, people born outside the European Union made up about 10 percent of the EU's 450 million population. But which countries have the largest share of foreign-born residents?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The small Schaffhausen commune of Thayngen, located near Switzerland's border with Germany, must decide whether to grant a permit to a company planning to open a brothel in the centre of town.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

When it comes to crimes, many people tend to think that foreign nationalities are responsible for all these offences in Switzerland. But what do the latest statistics say?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Swiss MPs discuss how to combat an increase in crime among foreign residents; plus more and more foreigners travel to Switzerland to die and more news on Tuesday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Most international residents who set up a new life in Switzerland will testify to the fact that integrating in the country can be problematic, but the duo behind the podcast As Swiss as Possible have some key advice for how to overcome the inevitable obstacles.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

March is probably not the most favourite month for Switzerland's residents because this is when the taxman cometh. But like it or not, you should not miss the deadline for your 2025 tax declaration..

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Despite a widespread belief to the contrary, not everyone in Switzerland is rich. So why does almost everyone have to pay the wealth tax?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

If the Swiss voters backed the right-wing proposal to curb the number of foreigners coming into Switzerland it would have a "disastrous" effect on the country's universities, an expert warns.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The anti-immigration initiative would be 'disastrous' for Swiss universities; Zurich finds a way to relieve its housing shortage; and more news in our Monday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Watching German-language movies and series can be one of the most fun and entertaining ways to improve your language skills. Here are a few to check out.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

UBS said Friday it had secured a national banking licence in the United States, which should enable the Swiss banking giant to strengthen its position in the US market.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The Middle East war risks becoming unpredictable in terms of its duration and outcome, Switzerland's foreign minister said in an interview published Saturday.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Foreign tourists will have to pay transit tax to drive through Switzerland, and opinion polls predict a close outcome in the anti-immigration referendum on June 14th — these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

The first session of the parliament in 2026, from March 2nd to March 20th, yielded some decisions that are bound to impact the lives of Switzerland's population, including foreign residents.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

More British dual nationals have been stranded abroad after being refused entry on return flights under new UK border rules.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Switzerland decided on March 20th it will not authorise the export of war material to the United States during the Middle East conflict, in line with its long-standing principle of military neutrality.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East and soaring jet fuel prices, European airlines have cancelled hundreds of flights this spring. The impact on flight services could last for months.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

After a long-winded debate in the Parliament, deputies have voted in favour of introducing a fee for foreign drivers who merely transit through Switzerland without spending any time here.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Foreigners will have to pay a fee to drive across Switzerland; MPs order phone operators to act against fraudulent calls; plus other news in our Friday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

In certain countries – the United States immediately jumps to mind – foreign-born naturalised citizens are limited for how involved they can get in politics. What is the situation in Switzerland?

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

A Spanish resident travelling on a train in Switzerland was handed a flyer with the message, "Foreigner, shut up". He recounted his story to Swiss media.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

A fatal cable car crash at a Swiss ski resort, which saw the cabin fall from the cable and tumble down a mountainside was likely caused by a faulty clamp.

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The Local - Switzerland (A month ago)

Just in time for the busy peak-travel summer season, Switzerland's national airline, SWISS, is cutting 326 of its flights, including a route to the United States.

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