Switzerland and the United Kingdom
Living in the United Kingdom
Information on job vacancies at the Embassy
The Embassy publishes a newsletter with information relevant to Swiss nationals living in the UK
Embassy of Switzerland in the United Kingdom
The Embassy represents Switzerland's interests in the country.
Regional Consular Centre London
Provides consular services and visa support for people resident in: England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and the British Overseas Territories where Switzerland does not have a representative (except for Bermuda and the Cayman Islands), and Ireland.
All consular services and visa support for people resident in the United Kingdom and Ireland are provided by the Regional Consular Centre London. Information can be found via the following links:
Travel advice for United Kingdom
Brexit: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) with regard to the changes for Swiss as well as British citizens in the context of Brexit
Bilateral relations Switzerland–United Kingdom
Tax matters CH-UK
Information and links on Swiss-UK tax matters
Swiss Business Hub UK+Ireland
The SBH facilitates business relations between Swiss, British and Irish companies in both directions – Export and Invest
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Swissemigration is a service of the Consular Directorate that provides information on stays abroad, emigrating, destinations, living abroad and returning to Switzerland.
According to the Federal Statistical Office, over 31,000 Swiss nationals emigrated on average each year between 2017 and 2019. In 2019, the 10 most popular destinations for emigrants were France, Germany, the United States, Spain, the United Kingdom, Italy, Portugal, Thailand, Canada, and Turkey.
Advice on emigrating from Switzerland
If you're thinking about leaving Switzerland, it's important to consult Swissemigration as early as possible about living and working conditions in your prospective country. Swissemigration can provide online information, guides, country dossiers and statistics on the most popular destinations and give you free advice either in writing or by telephone.
You'll need to do a lot of careful research and obtain accurate information in preparing for a stay or long-term residence abroad. It is also essential to consult the latest FDFA travel advice.
Advice on returning to Switzerland
If you'd like to return to Switzerland, it's important to contact Swissemigration as early as possible regarding entry, registration or looking for a job in Switzerland.
The local Swiss representation is the first point of contact for Swiss nationals abroad.
International Migration, Federal Statistical Office
Statistics on the Swiss abroad