Emigration, return to Switzerland, family, education, pensions, banking, insurance... I care about Swiss people living abroad and inform them about the issues that concern them on a daily basis or more generally.
Passionate about languages and cultures, my career path took a short turn through marketing and assistant work before crossing the road into journalism, in a job that allows me to converse with people from all over the world.
Bringing a pet to Switzerland requires meticulous preparation
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Whether visiting Switzerland on holiday or arriving to live permanently, entering the country with a pet involves a number of steps and formalities. Here's what you need to know.
The citizenship obstacle course facing spouses of Swiss Abroad
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Spouses of Swiss citizens abroad can apply for Swiss nationality. But there are many conditions to meet and documents to provide. Here is a detailed overview.
Ariane Rustichelli: ‘The interests of the Swiss Abroad got more attention before the pandemic’
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After ten years at the helm of the Organisation of the Swiss Abroad, Ariane Rustichelli is standing down. In an interview, she discusses the changes and challenges ahead.
New plan could save Marseille’s abandoned Charmerettes Estate
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Since the closure of the Foyer Helvétique des Charmerettes in 2012, the Swiss enclave in the heart of Marseille has been abandoned. A rehabilitation plan is now planned.
The Council of the Swiss Abroad says yes to more democratic elections
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The delegates have approved a project for more direct elections. New electoral constituencies sparks debate, as does the decision to hold the Congress only every four years.
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Over the centuries, the Swiss have been tireless migrants, with successive waves spreading to every continent – for various reasons.
Swiss duo who saved Edelweiss Village scoop up award in Canada
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Two Swiss citizens have been recognised for their campaign to save a group of historic chalets, known as Edelweiss Village, in the Rocky Mountains.
The Swiss Abroad in Germany and Italy have very different concerns
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The Swiss Abroad in Italy discussed artificial intelligence and chocolate, while in northern Germany the focus was on reforming elections.
Swiss Abroad: fog clears on tax reform in Thailand
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The tax reform affecting Swiss living in Thailand since January 1 contained a number of grey areas. It is now clear that pensions will be taxed.
Swiss Abroad family return for school in Switzerland
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From Manila to Bern: the Stankowski family take stock of the back-to-school period and offer some advice on how to make the most of it.
Swiss Abroad: e-voting doesn’t make up for frustrations
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Despite e-voting being possible in three cantons, postal voting continues to prevent the Swiss Abroad from exercising their political rights.
Foundation aims to attract Swiss artistic talent from around the world
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The “Area for the Swiss Abroad” foundation plans to create a programme to bring Swiss artists living abroad back to their roots.
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In London, Annecy, Berlin, Trento and Mexico City, we asked Swiss citizens living there what they expect from Swiss politicians in this election year.
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Like the Swiss Abroad, the Swiss Green Party thinks globally. It is, for instance, committed to good relations with the EU.
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The Centre is convinced that an international network is more efficient for engaging Swiss expats in political life than having a party branch abroad.
As a Swiss Abroad, how do you feel about the emergence of more conservative family policies in some US states?
In recent years several US states have adopted more conservative policies on family issues, abortion and education. As a Swiss citizen living there, how do you view this development?
What factors should be taken into account when inheriting Swiss citizenship abroad?
Should there be a limit to the passing on of Swiss citizenship? Or is the current practice too strict and it should still be possible to register after the age of 25?
