going to apply it in 2 weeks. Married to Swiss women for 10 years and we live in Kt.ZH also for the same time. i will revisit my comment after the decision.
And one thing to consider: As far as of my knowledge, if you want to get the passport, you need to have been living in one municipal in switzerland for straight 5 years. That can be supper annoing if you are here for work. Because you will most likeliy change the place where you live (depending on your employer).
I just got back from my very first trip from CH and I'm already Googling and Youtubing how to become a Swiss citizen haha . Thank you for making this video.
@@butthatsnottrue. This statement alone identifies you as somebody the Swiss will never accept as a person who meets their requirements of ethical and intellectual integrity.
In my village we the citizens of the village have to vote new ( want to be Swiss ) in, in first case they are citizens of our village, this is your "home village" and it is on your ID and passport, we vote people in at our meeting twice a year
Interesting I lived 12 years in Geneve lot have change since than as a French citizen left for Australia 45 years ago The Swiss are very strict and good for them loved living in Switzerland expensive now Thank you for documentary 😊👏
Hi! Very informative! I have my swiss pass and my spouse have the german reisepass. I was wondering what exact benefits give you becoming swiss? Because german pass is a strong one too.
Yes, german passport is strong. But, when you have your life in Switzerland and you do not consider to go back to Germany, it makes life easier to have the swiss passport especially when you are self employed. And it is always good to have more than one passport. Always helpful.
Hello, first thank you very much for your video ! And I wanted to ask if the same rules apply to a foreign student. As a foreign student, if I study in Switzerland for 5 years with a B permit to study, will these 5 years be considered in the total 10 years I should spend in the country ?
Thank you lady!! I have a question When i live in Switzerland to fulfill the conditions for the citizenship I can’t leave the country like at all? Like going to see someone i know in a another country for couple of weeks and going back to Switzerland or does this disqualify me from getting the permanent residency and thank you again ^_^
thank u for making this video, and ure the right person to ak u tis question if u can help me , from ur perspective which is better , the swiss passport or the german passport , like if u ahd to choose one of them, what will it be ?
For travelling, the german passport is slightly better. But for living in the country, no doubt, the swiss passport. For business, definitely not the german one due to taxes....
In general any kind of depts! With mortgage it might be possible, if you have a really good investement. But you will have to indure more questions. Concerning investment properties be ready with a spot on business plan!
You said "If you are famous, if you have loads of maney this works to get passport" so, does that if I have millions of dollars, I have to pay thousands to get Swiss passport quickly or not. Please reply to me, I very very need this.
Such an informative video, thank you so much. I have one question that I haven’t found the answer to yet though. Is the Swiss history and geography knowledge test conducted as an interview or as a written exam? I am in Geneva, but I don’t know if it’s the same for all cartons. If anyone knows the answer, this would be so helpful for me to know. 🙏🙏
Thank you for the video Holamundo! I have a question, I lived in Switzerland 10+ years I studied all my life there. However I was too young to think about getting a passport, moved away. I'm thinking of doing a PhD in Switzerland, as it would take more than 3 years+ living there. Would it be possible to get the citezenship this way?
The 10+ years you already lived there unfortunately do not count. You must be in the country for 10 years without interruption. However, if you do your PhD now in Switzerland, at least you will get a residence permission for a certain amount of time. So you are in the country and have a chance to either find a job there afterwards, get married.... - this willg ive you the possibility to get the passport later on.
Thank you for your resposne! I should add the 10 years+ were uninterrupted.. but after that I have left I'm not sure if this makes a difference now.@@HolamundoCH
@@MK-nj5bm It does, after 10 years in the country you must still have the permanent residency permit. If you leave, you loose that and you cannot apply. You have to start from the beginning.
And what exactly is the purpose of you looking for a Swiss Passport? Need something to show around or hope some financial benefits will come with it? What is your nationality and why is being a citizen of that country not enough for you?
Very much in demand is any type of medical care (doctors, nurses, physiotherapists or caretakers in elderly homes/private). As IT specialist you might have good chances if you do not speak german or french in the big cities like Zurich, Geneva or Bern. Otherwise always chances are in the tourist sector. You will only get a season permit. But you will get contacts for further jobs during the season. Hope this helps you. Just google the respective field and you will find some job options online. Ohterwise start with jobs.ch - there you will get an overview of what is in demand.
Thank you for very helpful video! I am married to Swiss but live in Middle East. I will most likely apply for getting the passport- Is there a website or source where we could find information to study? Is there any booklet with questions and answers? Thank you
Below the video I have put a link to a website. There the whole procedure is explained. I relied only on this website. I have not found any booklet, as rules tend to change from time to time.
Hey there thank you for the detailed video. Is there a way to citizenship by investment? I plan to shut down my US business in the long term and use all the profits after tax to buy myself a swiss citizenship, a property, car, another business etc.
As far as I know not. But, if you can prove a steady income or buy a business here, you can wait a couple of days, work and live in Switzerland - and then get the swiss passport!
Great information! Is there a study guide? I’m in the same situation: I’m American married to a Swiss living in the US. Here we have a study guide/workbook to study for American citizenship.
@@Alberto-sv1ou I am very impressed about your ability to understand the different meanings that the same words can have when it comes to their definitions.
considering Switzerland has treaties with the EU that allow euro citizens to live and work in Switzerland, what was the specific advantage to you, as a german citizen, to acquire the swiss citizenship?
Different aspects: I am allowed now to have a different taxation and I do not fall under the german law any more. And I have the right to vote in Switzerland. Politics in my opinion sucks everywhere but the german is especially worse - I do not want by any means to have to go back there again or fall under this law! May not sound that bad in the media, but it is! I am travelling a lot. As my husband always had the swiss passport we sometimes had to go through different custom exits. And, in some african countries it is easier to have the same passport when travelling as they may start playing some corruption games (happened to us).
Hi, nice to see you again. Thank you Very Much for this video and all the information, it is really So Helpful. Do you have an email to ask you some questions? I have some questions that are personal so I don't want to ask you in the comment section.) I Wish you the Best and have a wonderful time. Maggie from California
Thank u ! for the case of a student in a swiss university , does his years as a student there count as residency in switzerland so we can say that after 5 years of university and 5 years of work there is it possible to obtain the swiss citizenship. Thanks in advance
I think the passport process is very fair , it should not be easy to get the a Swiss passport . I personally think that prior to 2018 the facilitated naturalization process was too easy and now it is essential to show and prove integration and for non mother tongue speakers have a language certificate such as Fide or Goethe the language level is slightly lower for those married to a swiss I personally find that illogical it should be tha same . Switzerland is really a jewel 💎 and needs to be careful who it gives voting rights for me the key question is why do you want to be swiss it should not be just about advantage it should be about also Verpflichtungen
True, the process is fair and the rules pretty clear. Still, quite an effort is needed. Well, the interview with the police is not easy, I am a native german speaker, but without knowing german really well, I would have struggled with the simplified process for married people. A lot of people try to get the swiss passport. I mean, 25% of the population is foreigners living here.
This is a perfect presentation for all "treaty shoppers". Those people to whom "Passports" mean "economic benefits" and every other financial benefit that comes with it. Have you heard one word or even one shred of feelings for what is called "the Vaterland" - the pride and the gratitude to the ancestors of Switzerland who built up the country?
@@PORSCHE_COUNTRY. In particular those from Communist countries. You would think they know better. They come for capitalist income - and vote liberal - because they want COMMUNIST EXPENSES. There is nothing like a combination of capitalism with communism.
You have to get residency before you get the swiss passport. First a job, with the job you get residency and then you get the passport. When you have a passport your are swiss. So no residency required any more as you can stay in your country as you want.
Hello, dear Nina❤, could you please tell me what are the 5 or 10 characteristics that one should consider when choosing a canton? Aiming to get residency and in the future a Swiss passport for a doctor And among these German-speaking cantons, which one is suitable for an Iranian to at least enter there? For example, the components that I know myself; Lower taxes, easier to give B residence, and easier to convert to C residence and cheaper food and health care available... Consider that I have a Blue Card and permanent residence in Germany and registered as a MD., my first goal is to get C residence in Switzerland. And my final goal is, the Swiss red passport, and living in Swiss. Thanks Here's a subjective ranking from perceived easy to hard about cantons, which l knew them: Appenzell Innerrhoden: This canton is often considered to have a straightforward naturalization process, especially if you have lived there for a long time and integrated into the local community. Appenzell Ausserrhoden: Similar to its sister canton, Appenzell Ausserrhoden is also known for having a relatively straightforward naturalization process compared to larger cantons. Schwyz: Schwyz is known to have a relatively straightforward naturalization process for those who have been living there for a substantial period and meet the integration requirements. Glarus: Glarus is another canton with a naturalization process that is perceived to be less complex than some larger cantons. Uri: Uri is a smaller canton, and naturalization procedures may be more straightforward compared to larger urban cantons. Obwalden: Obwalden, being a smaller canton, may have a simpler naturalization process compared to larger ones. Nidwalden: Nidwalden is also known for having a relatively straightforward naturalization process for eligible applicants. Appenzell: Both Appenzell Innerrhoden and Appenzell Ausserrhoden are considered to have simple processes, but some sources suggest Innerrhoden might be slightly easier. Basel-Stadt: Basel-Stadt may have a straightforward process, especially for long-term residents who have integrated well. Schaffhausen: Schaffhausen is known to have reasonable naturalization procedures compared to some larger cantons. Thurgau: Thurgau's naturalization process is generally considered manageable. Fribourg (Freiburg): Fribourg's naturalization process might have some specific requirements, but it's generally regarded as reasonable. Solothurn: Solothurn's naturalization process is perceived to be somewhat more involved compared to some smaller cantons. Basel-Landschaft: Basel-Landschaft may have a slightly more complex process compared to Basel-Stadt. Aargau: Aargau's naturalization process might involve more requirements compared to some smaller cantons. Zug: Zug's naturalization process may have more requirements compared to some smaller cantons. St. Gallen: St. Gallen may have a somewhat more involved naturalization process compared to smaller cantons. Bern (Berne): As one of the larger cantons, Bern's naturalization process might involve more documentation and requirements. Zürich (Zurich): As one of the largest and most populous cantons, Zurich's naturalization process may have more requirements and take longer to complete compared to smaller cantons. Graubünden (Grisons): Graubünden's naturalization process can be more complex due to its unique multilingual character and additional requirements for language proficiency.
Hello, it pretty much depends on the language. When you want to really live here, you must learn the language of the canton you live in. So this, in my opinion, is the most important decision. You should decide if you want to learn German, French or Italian. For the beginning, with English your best chances of finding a job will be in Zurich, Geneva, Zug, Lucerne or Bern. These cities are more international. But they are the most expensive places. Zug is taxies pretty cheap. But rent is high. Bern and Zurich are taxies expensive and also houses are expensive. In general, living in the countryside is much cheaper, but then you need to know the local language. Housing is the most expensive in the big cities, but really affordable for example in Ticino in the countryside. Grocery prices are similar all over the country. In your case, to enter I would concentrate on either Geneva (French), Zurich (German), Bern/Interlaken (German). Once you have the foot into the country, you can still move. Your working permit gives you free choice of moving. And with learning the language, things will become easier and clearer. Hope this is helpful.
Treaty shopper. Don't forget to buy real estate in Portugal. The liberal politicians are selling "a passport into the EU' if you invest enough into their country. They sell Europe through the back door.
Frau, please make a video if one can get a citizenship by buying a property(real estate), how much minimum investment is required and if 1 month/per year staying will make me eligible in the future?
Buying property will not give you the right to citizenship. You need to have a job here in Switzerland (or proof your steady income of on online job/pension/etc.) and live here for 10 years than you can apply.
@@HolamundoCH Yes thank you. I am from a business family. I want to buy an apartment or a house in Switzerland. But I have no wish to become a Swiss Citizen at the moment as our main source of income is from business which is in my present country. I will be 30 Years old in May. May be I can stay for 1 month in Switzerland per year but not straight for 12 months or till 10 Years due to work commitment. My goal is to Retire in Switzerland :)
Hello Nina! Thank you for your video. I have been married 7 years to a Swiss citizen, living abroad. My wife lived a year in St. Gallen. For the rest of her life, she has lived abroad. She was born abroad as well. Her passport and ID card say that her "Place of origin" is Jonen, in Aargau. I'm planning on applying for Swiss citizenship, but the thing about the canton is a little confusing for me. I speak French at a B1 level, Italian at a B1 level, and German at an A2 level (and in Romansh, I only know a few words, "Allegra", "eviva" and that's it). Obviously, I need to improve my knowledge of one of these languages. This is my question: we are living abroad, so, will an interview with the authorities of a canton happen?. And if that's the case, is it supposed to be Aargau? That would mean that I need to study German. If that's not the case, I would incline myself for French given the fact that I speak French way better than German. Thank you for your time. I just discovered your channel and it is marvelous. You have a new subscriber!
I am not sure but I guess the interview will be in german as this is the canton of origin (yours will be the same). I applied in canton Bern and there I had the interview with an authority. Be prepared to know something about the constituion, politics, etc.. Keep my fingers crossed for you!
It’s true if you have enough money in bank can get Swiss passport without national language I believe they only give you permanent residency card for 10 years not Swiss passport ?
Officially you only get permanent residency for max. 10 years. But there are also other ways (legal and others) to get where you want to be with enough money. A legal one would be as investor.
@@HolamundoCH You known it I’m right no getting Swiss nationality if you have enough money in bank account and the other legal you explained me like investor for what buying property or hotels may get it Swiss citizenship or not I don’t think soo without staying uncompleted 10 years period times
Hello am from Kenya and my husband is a swiss we had a baby who's akenyan my question is how can I and my baby go to swis and I there passport for babys
As you your husband is swiss, you should be able to get the passport for the child. Best is to contact the embassy if you are living abroad. You will have to live in Switzerland for 1 year (it changes, currently it is 1 year), and then as you are married you will get the passport if you know 1 of the official languages.
Thanks for the video. Really very useful information. I still have few questions: Is there some requirements to be living in the same Canton and „Geminde“ for a certain period of time to be able to ably? Do you need an evidence from your neighbors or friends to acknowledge your integration? What about kids staying more than 5 years and getting their full education in Switzerland? are they eligible to apply for the citizenship and do they need to be living in the same Geminde or Canton for a certain time? Thanks once more 🙂
Yes, If you are not married you nee o live inthe same "Gemeinde" for 5 years. It was 10 years in the past, at the moment it is 5 years. So check from time to time, it might change.
I am 34 years just a week I reunited with my God mother. It had been 30+ years since she visited Ghana. We reunited in UK since I moved there with my wife but now we are finally relocating to the USA. Last time she visited Ghana was during my mother’s funeral. All through childhood I was told she was like a sister and I could attest to that. I feel attached to her and see my mum in her. Is there a way I can be adopted by her so I could visit Switzerland any time I want. Please tell me my options .
This crazy 1000€ for a passport… I paid only 80€ for mine (European)it took only one week to get. Your German passport is #1 in the world, Swiss I think it is # 8 or 9, I do see a reason to even get it, you have your Swiss nationality is enough.
I wanted to get the swiss passport as I live in this country and it makes life so much easier by being swiss. And, if times go crazy, I do not want to be forced to live in Germany again. This country is just goign down - no option for me any more at all!
How did you meet your husband? And do you know any quality and free online dating site for Europe where we can meet swiss men? Its not about the passport cause where i live its good but i'm fascinated with Switzerland. Its a dream country.
"You can easily get a job in Switzerland." That is neither my experience nor impression, especially for Third Country Nationals. Expensive? Well, as an American I have to pay much more to give up my US citizenship. Leider bin ich weder berühmt noch überreich. Schade.
If you know one of the official swiss languages and have a proper eduction in certain fields (like healthcare), it is indeed easy to find a job - does not matter where you come from. BUT: learn the language and really want to build up a life in Switzerland (proof by action not words). Than, doors open.....
Basically,if you are not a very rich person who wants to live and invest in sw there is no point to get a sw passport, any eu passport is OK. And Switzerland is not for poor foreigners-)), it's their right to set th e rules
Not really, if you find a job here which is pretty much pissible, Switzerland is for everyone. The majority of people is not rich here. They just have a regular job. And if you have that you can get the swiss passport and profit from it.
I don't think people with regular jobs in Switzerland live better than in Finland,Sweden or Germany- countries that are with much more possibilities for people with regular jobs, my opinion of course
@@Anita-he8pc It always depends on what you want from live. But Germany for me was not an option to spent my life with the current political and economic situation. Every country has pros and cons. That is an individual decision.
@@HolamundoCH. Thanks for this lucid, edifying video. In terms of getting a job in Switzerland, that seems to me a difficult prospect if one is American. As an American (as opposed to an EU citizen, who can just move to Switzerland and get a job as an Uber driver), one needs a highly credentialed degree for a highly credentialed job. A Swiss firm would have to sponsor the American job applicant, etc.
I know grate country Switzerland 🇨🇭 and Beautiful. But citizenship swiss Passport law very Dificulat same to Italy 🇮🇹. This is not good Need. Making a law on Italian Switzerland nationality like the German one is therefore very good for human beings. Thanks 💚💙🧡❤💜💛🇮🇹🇨🇭🇨🇵🇩🇪🇪🇺🧡❤💜💛❤
This is one of the most relevant, clean, and simplified video on Swiss citizenship i have seen so far. thank you so much for uploading.
Thanks!
Well said! I share in your opinion! A neat and a well presented piece!
Yes - a perfect recipe for treaty shoppers.
You said so you have to read right and speak German French or Italian?
Very informative, insightful and it's produced in such a structured and concise way. Job well done!
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Thank you so much for the help! Brilliant presentation
Thanks. Happy it was useful for you :-)
Thanks and yours last 10 seconds is powerful and think to know in this way
Happy you liked it
Excellent description, many thanks
Welcome.
Amazing video, well explained, thank you very much!
Remain blessed 🙏
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Thankyou so much for giving your precious time. This information really helps me alot. 😊
Very welcome!
I like the end of your note
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Very clearly explained! Great presentation. Thank you!
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Very nice video thank you so much for your time you gave us so much value in such short time. Appreciate it alot !
Thanks for the nice feedback. Happy it is useful.
Great engery! I liked your video for that energy! Keep it up!
Thanks, will try our best!
going to apply it in 2 weeks. Married to Swiss women for 10 years and we live in Kt.ZH also for the same time. i will revisit my comment after the decision.
I keep my fingers crossed for you!
Thank you for the informations. Zum Wohl! Danke viel mal.
Sehr gerne!
Very nice and clean info .Thanks Holamundo🎉🎉😊
thank you very well explained
Thanks!
Thanks for explaining everything i hope my wife is from Switzerland cause Switzerland is my dream country always wanted to be a swiss 🇨🇭😢
What country are you from?
Porkisthan 😅😊@@khristionlouvatin6874
And one thing to consider: As far as of my knowledge, if you want to get the passport, you need to have been living in one municipal in switzerland for straight 5 years. That can be supper annoing if you are here for work. Because you will most likeliy change the place where you live (depending on your employer).
It is 10 years. But if you can prove that you move because of job reasons, it counts.
I think it is Gemeinde dependent. For instance, only two years is required in my current Gemeinde, which is in Kanton Zürich.
Last one was Brilliant !
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Very insightful! Thanks
Happy to hear!
It was brilliant presentation
Thank you!
I just got back from my very first trip from CH and I'm already Googling and Youtubing how to become a Swiss citizen haha . Thank you for making this video.
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For what reasons do you want to become a Swiss citizen? I mean - any other reason but financial benefits? Those people are called treaty shoppers.
there are other things in this world besides $, such as a joke. @@BernhardSchwarz-xs8kp
@@BernhardSchwarz-xs8kpI want to be swiss I am white 🤍 I love you.
@@butthatsnottrue. This statement alone identifies you as somebody the Swiss will never accept as a person who meets their requirements of ethical and intellectual integrity.
In my village we the citizens of the village have to vote new ( want to be Swiss ) in, in first case they are citizens of our village, this is your "home village" and it is on your ID and passport, we vote people in at our meeting twice a year
i admire that direct swiss democracy. It keeps the political power close to the citizens
Hört sich sehr gut an.
Interesting I lived 12 years in Geneve lot have change since than as a French citizen left for Australia 45 years ago
The Swiss are very strict and good for them loved living in Switzerland expensive now
Thank you for documentary 😊👏
Thanks. Greetings to Australia!
Your video are very nice and informative
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Hi! Very informative! I have my swiss pass and my spouse have the german reisepass. I was wondering what exact benefits give you becoming swiss? Because german pass is a strong one too.
Yes, german passport is strong. But, when you have your life in Switzerland and you do not consider to go back to Germany, it makes life easier to have the swiss passport especially when you are self employed. And it is always good to have more than one passport. Always helpful.
Good Stuff ! DANKE !
Very welcome!
She looks so happy showing of the Swiss passport like a new wedding ring lol, so cute to see
Hello, first thank you very much for your video !
And I wanted to ask if the same rules apply to a foreign student. As a foreign student, if I study in Switzerland for 5 years with a B permit to study, will these 5 years be considered in the total 10 years I should spend in the country ?
Yes!!!
Hello great video very informative I just wanted to ask you do you need to live 5 or 10 years in Switzerland to get the passport ?
My current information is 10 years in the same community in Switzerland.
Thank you lady!! I have a question
When i live in Switzerland to fulfill the conditions for the citizenship I can’t leave the country like at all? Like going to see someone i know in a another country for couple of weeks and going back to Switzerland or does this disqualify me from getting the permanent residency and thank you again ^_^
This is no problem. You can leave the country, go on vacation and so on. This is no problem.
@@HolamundoCH okay thank you!! and btw you‘re so sweet have a nice life :)
thank u for making this video, and ure the right person to ak u tis question if u can help me , from ur perspective which is better , the swiss passport or the german passport , like if u ahd to choose one of them, what will it be ?
For travelling, the german passport is slightly better. But for living in the country, no doubt, the swiss passport. For business, definitely not the german one due to taxes....
Debt stops you from getting it? Consumer debt or even if its a mortgage on an investment property?
In general any kind of depts! With mortgage it might be possible, if you have a really good investement. But you will have to indure more questions. Concerning investment properties be ready with a spot on business plan!
You said "If you are famous, if you have loads of maney this works to get passport" so, does that if I have millions of dollars, I have to pay thousands to get Swiss passport quickly or not.
Please reply to me, I very very need this.
Such an informative video, thank you so much. I have one question that I haven’t found the answer to yet though. Is the Swiss history and geography knowledge test conducted as an interview or as a written exam? I am in Geneva, but I don’t know if it’s the same for all cartons. If anyone knows the answer, this would be so helpful for me to know. 🙏🙏
As far as I know, the test is written.
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Thank you for the video Holamundo! I have a question, I lived in Switzerland 10+ years I studied all my life there.
However I was too young to think about getting a passport, moved away.
I'm thinking of doing a PhD in Switzerland, as it would take more than 3 years+ living there.
Would it be possible to get the citezenship this way?
The 10+ years you already lived there unfortunately do not count. You must be in the country for 10 years without interruption. However, if you do your PhD now in Switzerland, at least you will get a residence permission for a certain amount of time. So you are in the country and have a chance to either find a job there afterwards, get married.... - this willg ive you the possibility to get the passport later on.
Thank you for your resposne! I should add the 10 years+ were uninterrupted.. but after that I have left I'm not sure if this makes a difference now.@@HolamundoCH
@@MK-nj5bm It does, after 10 years in the country you must still have the permanent residency permit. If you leave, you loose that and you cannot apply. You have to start from the beginning.
Thank you for clarifiying
And what exactly is the purpose of you looking for a Swiss Passport? Need something to show around or hope some financial benefits will come with it?
What is your nationality and why is being a citizen of that country not enough for you?
I had the opportunity to become Swiss last year. This is probably the best video in English to describe the process that I have seen.
Thanks. Well, first hand experience is always the best.
Thanks for sharing those experiences!
Very welcome
What type of work do you think is possible and realistic to find for an American male? Appreciate any insights you can share
Very much in demand is any type of medical care (doctors, nurses, physiotherapists or caretakers in elderly homes/private). As IT specialist you might have good chances if you do not speak german or french in the big cities like Zurich, Geneva or Bern. Otherwise always chances are in the tourist sector. You will only get a season permit. But you will get contacts for further jobs during the season. Hope this helps you. Just google the respective field and you will find some job options online. Ohterwise start with jobs.ch - there you will get an overview of what is in demand.
Thank you for very helpful video! I am married to Swiss but live in Middle East. I will most likely apply for getting the passport-
Is there a website or source where we could find information to study? Is there any booklet with questions and answers?
Thank you
Below the video I have put a link to a website. There the whole procedure is explained. I relied only on this website. I have not found any booklet, as rules tend to change from time to time.
If you are not too lazy you can use google.
Hare Krsna we are in Bern now ...
Thank you for the insight I have 3 nationalities
Amazing
Hey there thank you for the detailed video.
Is there a way to citizenship by investment? I plan to shut down my US business in the long term and use all the profits after tax to buy myself a swiss citizenship, a property, car, another business etc.
As far as I know not. But, if you can prove a steady income or buy a business here, you can wait a couple of days, work and live in Switzerland - and then get the swiss passport!
So my question is do you have to speak one of three languages, German French or Italian & read , write too?
Yes, exactly! You will have an interview with the police and they will check this.
@@HolamundoCH thanks
Von der Wiege bis zur Bahre schreibt der Schweizer Formulare.
Oh ja, und es wird immer schlimmer.... :-)
Great information! Is there a study guide? I’m in the same situation: I’m American married to a Swiss living in the US. Here we have a study guide/workbook to study for American citizenship.
No, this does not exist here. The best it to work through the government links I have put in the description and just go for it.
You forgot about the Golden Visa, which is the one they give you when you invest a certain amount of money in Switzertland :)
Yes, true. But this is just calid for a few super rich. So not really interesting for all of us.... Thats why I just mentioned it in the end.
Even if you put tons of money you will never get passport, you can get only Residence Permit.
Lol - nice try. There are Golden American Express cards but no Swiss Golden Visas.
@@BernhardSchwarz-xs8kpvisa its a document of approval of staying in a country not a brand of credit cards
@@Alberto-sv1ou I am very impressed about your ability to understand the different meanings that the same words can have when it comes to their definitions.
What about joining the military? I hope you see this
You can't join if you are not swiss....
considering Switzerland has treaties with the EU that allow euro citizens to live and work in Switzerland, what was the specific advantage to you, as a german citizen, to acquire the swiss citizenship?
Different aspects: I am allowed now to have a different taxation and I do not fall under the german law any more. And I have the right to vote in Switzerland. Politics in my opinion sucks everywhere but the german is especially worse - I do not want by any means to have to go back there again or fall under this law! May not sound that bad in the media, but it is! I am travelling a lot. As my husband always had the swiss passport we sometimes had to go through different custom exits. And, in some african countries it is easier to have the same passport when travelling as they may start playing some corruption games (happened to us).
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Thank u ! for the case of a student in a swiss university , does his years as a student there count as residency in switzerland so we can say that after 5 years of university and 5 years of work there is it possible to obtain the swiss citizenship. Thanks in advance
As far as I am informed - yes!
I think the passport process is very fair , it should not be easy to get the a Swiss passport .
I personally think that prior to 2018 the facilitated naturalization process was too easy and now it is essential to show and prove integration and for non mother tongue speakers have a language certificate such as Fide or Goethe the language level is slightly lower for those married to a swiss I personally find that illogical it should be tha same . Switzerland is really a jewel 💎 and needs to be careful who it gives voting rights for me the key question is why do you want to be swiss it should not be just about advantage it should be about also Verpflichtungen
True, the process is fair and the rules pretty clear. Still, quite an effort is needed. Well, the interview with the police is not easy, I am a native german speaker, but without knowing german really well, I would have struggled with the simplified process for married people. A lot of people try to get the swiss passport. I mean, 25% of the population is foreigners living here.
This is a perfect presentation for all "treaty shoppers". Those people to whom "Passports" mean "economic benefits" and every other financial benefit that comes with it.
Have you heard one word or even one shred of feelings for what is called "the Vaterland" - the pride and the gratitude to the ancestors of Switzerland who built up the country?
@@PORSCHE_COUNTRY. In particular those from Communist countries. You would think they know better. They come for capitalist income - and vote liberal - because they want COMMUNIST EXPENSES. There is nothing like a combination of capitalism with communism.
I'm sure she has heard of it.
Would a remote swiss job count or does it have to be a job physically there?
If the remote job is with a swiss company or a company which has branches in Switzerland, it counts.
@@HolamundoCH Thanks for the info!
do you also get residency with the swiss parssport
You have to get residency before you get the swiss passport. First a job, with the job you get residency and then you get the passport. When you have a passport your are swiss. So no residency required any more as you can stay in your country as you want.
@@HolamundoCH thanks
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Hello, dear Nina❤, could you please tell me what are the 5 or 10 characteristics that one should consider when choosing a canton? Aiming to get residency and in the future a Swiss passport for a doctor
And among these German-speaking cantons, which one is suitable for an Iranian to at least enter there?
For example, the components that I know myself; Lower taxes, easier to give B residence, and easier to convert to C residence and cheaper food and health care available... Consider that I have a Blue Card and permanent residence in Germany and registered as a MD., my first goal is to get C residence in Switzerland. And my final goal is, the Swiss red passport, and living in Swiss.
Thanks
Here's a subjective ranking from perceived easy to hard about cantons, which l knew them:
Appenzell Innerrhoden: This canton is often considered to have a straightforward naturalization process, especially if you have lived there for a long time and integrated into the local community.
Appenzell Ausserrhoden: Similar to its sister canton, Appenzell Ausserrhoden is also known for having a relatively straightforward naturalization process compared to larger cantons.
Schwyz: Schwyz is known to have a relatively straightforward naturalization process for those who have been living there for a substantial period and meet the integration requirements.
Glarus: Glarus is another canton with a naturalization process that is perceived to be less complex than some larger cantons.
Uri: Uri is a smaller canton, and naturalization procedures may be more straightforward compared to larger urban cantons.
Obwalden: Obwalden, being a smaller canton, may have a simpler naturalization process compared to larger ones.
Nidwalden: Nidwalden is also known for having a relatively straightforward naturalization process for eligible applicants.
Appenzell: Both Appenzell Innerrhoden and Appenzell Ausserrhoden are considered to have simple processes, but some sources suggest Innerrhoden might be slightly easier.
Basel-Stadt: Basel-Stadt may have a straightforward process, especially for long-term residents who have integrated well.
Schaffhausen: Schaffhausen is known to have reasonable naturalization procedures compared to some larger cantons.
Thurgau: Thurgau's naturalization process is generally considered manageable.
Fribourg (Freiburg): Fribourg's naturalization process might have some specific requirements, but it's generally regarded as reasonable.
Solothurn: Solothurn's naturalization process is perceived to be somewhat more involved compared to some smaller cantons.
Basel-Landschaft: Basel-Landschaft may have a slightly more complex process compared to Basel-Stadt.
Aargau: Aargau's naturalization process might involve more requirements compared to some smaller cantons.
Zug: Zug's naturalization process may have more requirements compared to some smaller cantons.
St. Gallen: St. Gallen may have a somewhat more involved naturalization process compared to smaller cantons.
Bern (Berne): As one of the larger cantons, Bern's naturalization process might involve more documentation and requirements.
Zürich (Zurich): As one of the largest and most populous cantons, Zurich's naturalization process may have more requirements and take longer to complete compared to smaller cantons.
Graubünden (Grisons): Graubünden's naturalization process can be more complex due to its unique multilingual character and additional requirements for language proficiency.
Hello, it pretty much depends on the language. When you want to really live here, you must learn the language of the canton you live in. So this, in my opinion, is the most important decision. You should decide if you want to learn German, French or Italian. For the beginning, with English your best chances of finding a job will be in Zurich, Geneva, Zug, Lucerne or Bern. These cities are more international. But they are the most expensive places. Zug is taxies pretty cheap. But rent is high. Bern and Zurich are taxies expensive and also houses are expensive. In general, living in the countryside is much cheaper, but then you need to know the local language. Housing is the most expensive in the big cities, but really affordable for example in Ticino in the countryside. Grocery prices are similar all over the country. In your case, to enter I would concentrate on either Geneva (French), Zurich (German), Bern/Interlaken (German). Once you have the foot into the country, you can still move. Your working permit gives you free choice of moving. And with learning the language, things will become easier and clearer. Hope this is helpful.
@@HolamundoCH thank you beautiful Nina...so helpful
Treaty shopper. Don't forget to buy real estate in Portugal. The liberal politicians are selling "a passport into the EU' if you invest enough into their country. They sell Europe through the back door.
but how can i buy the passport in cash on cantons ?
This is nothing that you can obviously do. Buy a huge villa, show the community you have cash and then you will see that ways are opening up.
why is it cheaper to buy property ?
Buying property does not give you the right for residency....
@@HolamundoCH but that doesn't mean buying is cheaper. ...
Frau, please make a video if one can get a citizenship by buying a property(real estate), how much minimum investment is required and if 1 month/per year staying will make me eligible in the future?
Buying property will not give you the right to citizenship. You need to have a job here in Switzerland (or proof your steady income of on online job/pension/etc.) and live here for 10 years than you can apply.
@@HolamundoCH Yes thank you. I am from a business family. I want to buy an apartment or a house in Switzerland. But I have no wish to become a Swiss Citizen at the moment as our main source of income is from business which is in my present country. I will be 30 Years old in May. May be I can stay for 1 month in Switzerland per year but not straight for 12 months or till 10 Years due to work commitment. My goal is to Retire in Switzerland :)
What about studying ?
If you study in Switzerland (which is possible, need a visa for that) and live there for 10 years, you can apply.
Hello Nina! Thank you for your video. I have been married 7 years to a Swiss citizen, living abroad. My wife lived a year in St. Gallen. For the rest of her life, she has lived abroad. She was born abroad as well. Her passport and ID card say that her "Place of origin" is Jonen, in Aargau. I'm planning on applying for Swiss citizenship, but the thing about the canton is a little confusing for me. I speak French at a B1 level, Italian at a B1 level, and German at an A2 level (and in Romansh, I only know a few words, "Allegra", "eviva" and that's it). Obviously, I need to improve my knowledge of one of these languages. This is my question: we are living abroad, so, will an interview with the authorities of a canton happen?. And if that's the case, is it supposed to be Aargau? That would mean that I need to study German. If that's not the case, I would incline myself for French given the fact that I speak French way better than German. Thank you for your time. I just discovered your channel and it is marvelous. You have a new subscriber!
I am not sure but I guess the interview will be in german as this is the canton of origin (yours will be the same). I applied in canton Bern and there I had the interview with an authority. Be prepared to know something about the constituion, politics, etc.. Keep my fingers crossed for you!
Great effort ❤
I have only one problem B1 sprechen because now i moved in my country and here german language acadmy is not good ,can you suggest me something?
You can take online courses :-)
Its like the Canadian passport. It has a good reputation around the world
True
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Jai Gurudev :-)
Madam i have a question
Germany passport is very POWERful. Germany does not require dual citizenship. Are you still a german ctizen?
Yes, I have both citizenships.
It’s true if you have enough money in bank can get Swiss passport without national language I believe they only give you permanent residency card for 10 years not Swiss passport ?
Officially you only get permanent residency for max. 10 years. But there are also other ways (legal and others) to get where you want to be with enough money. A legal one would be as investor.
@@HolamundoCH You known it I’m right no getting Swiss nationality if you have enough money in bank account and the other legal you explained me like investor for what buying property or hotels may get it Swiss citizenship or not I don’t think soo without staying uncompleted 10 years period times
Hello am from Kenya and my husband is a swiss we had a baby who's akenyan my question is how can I and my baby go to swis and I there passport for babys
As you your husband is swiss, you should be able to get the passport for the child. Best is to contact the embassy if you are living abroad. You will have to live in Switzerland for 1 year (it changes, currently it is 1 year), and then as you are married you will get the passport if you know 1 of the official languages.
Im in CH for 10 years but don’t want to even bother with the passport
Thanks for the video. Really very useful information.
I still have few questions:
Is there some requirements to be living in the same Canton and „Geminde“ for a certain period of time to be able to ably?
Do you need an evidence from your neighbors or friends to acknowledge your integration?
What about kids staying more than 5 years and getting their full education in Switzerland? are they eligible to apply for the citizenship and do they need to be living in the same Geminde or Canton for a certain time?
Thanks once more 🙂
Yes, If you are not married you nee o live inthe same "Gemeinde" for 5 years. It was 10 years in the past, at the moment it is 5 years. So check from time to time, it might change.
Können Sie bitte sagen, wo man sich adoptieren kann oder wo man Eltern haben kann, um uns zu unterstützen😢?
:-), I am very sorry, no.
Very independent review . Love it. I wish American citizenship was the same.
Thanks!
I am 34 years just a week I reunited with my God mother. It had been 30+ years since she visited Ghana. We reunited in UK since I moved there with my wife but now we are finally relocating to the USA.
Last time she visited Ghana was during my mother’s funeral. All through childhood I was told she was like a sister and I could attest to that. I feel attached to her and see my mum in her. Is there a way I can be adopted by her so I could visit Switzerland any time I want. Please tell me my options .
Forget it, you are too old to be adopted😂
And what if you don’t speak any of languages you said 😢
Then you meed to learn one. There are coirses for expats on offer in Switzerland.
Does your husband have a German passport?
No, he doesn't. We do not want to leave there anyway.
This crazy 1000€ for a passport… I paid only 80€ for mine (European)it took only one week to get. Your German passport is #1 in the world, Swiss I think it is # 8 or 9, I do see a reason to even get it, you have your Swiss nationality is enough.
I wanted to get the swiss passport as I live in this country and it makes life so much easier by being swiss. And, if times go crazy, I do not want to be forced to live in Germany again. This country is just goign down - no option for me any more at all!
Clear and concise information - thank you!
Welcome!
Can a third world country get the passport. Like Nigeria
Yes, if you fulfill al requirements like having a job, language skills or being married...
Are there any naturalization programs for high net worth retirees? ie not requiring proof of work/job.
Yes, when you can proof a certain amount of income (be it a job or pension), you can move here and after 10 years apply for the pass.
@@HolamundoCH Thanks.
How did you meet your husband? And do you know any quality and free online dating site for Europe where we can meet swiss men? Its not about the passport cause where i live its good but i'm fascinated with Switzerland. Its a dream country.
We met on the job many, many years ago. Dating platforms I do not know. Sorry.
dang I need a swiss wife
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Do you have a second or third passport? From which country? Was it easy to get? Share her ein the comments your experience with us all
Yes, one European and one Canadian. Maybe will get another one someday:) it wasn’t difficult to get it, takes about 4 years.
@@RoseRosemaryFirst Nice combination!
@@RoseRosemaryFirstWhich one took 4 years?
funny, from a travel perspective, the german passport is even better than a swiss one
Thats true. So good to have both...
I m 53 years old. Anyone would like to adopt me. Plz let me know.
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"You can easily get a job in Switzerland." That is neither my experience nor impression, especially for Third Country Nationals. Expensive? Well, as an American I have to pay much more to give up my US citizenship. Leider bin ich weder berühmt noch überreich. Schade.
If you know one of the official swiss languages and have a proper eduction in certain fields (like healthcare), it is indeed easy to find a job - does not matter where you come from. BUT: learn the language and really want to build up a life in Switzerland (proof by action not words). Than, doors open.....
What happened to you, first you buy a house in Switzerland then you travel away then you go back again
The travel was just a short holiday.... And the house we bought was rented in the meantime.
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Not easy
True, but if you want, there is a way....
Thanks for the raw info!!🏂
Basically,if you are not a very rich person who wants to live and invest in sw there is no point to get a sw passport, any eu passport is OK. And Switzerland is not for poor foreigners-)), it's their right to set th e rules
Not really, if you find a job here which is pretty much pissible, Switzerland is for everyone. The majority of people is not rich here. They just have a regular job. And if you have that you can get the swiss passport and profit from it.
I don't think people with regular jobs in Switzerland live better than in Finland,Sweden or Germany- countries that are with much more possibilities for people with regular jobs, my opinion of course
@@Anita-he8pc It always depends on what you want from live. But Germany for me was not an option to spent my life with the current political and economic situation. Every country has pros and cons. That is an individual decision.
@@HolamundoCH Absolutely agree! It depends on the individual requirements.
@@HolamundoCH. Thanks for this lucid, edifying video. In terms of getting a job in Switzerland, that seems to me a difficult prospect if one is American. As an American (as opposed to an EU citizen, who can just move to Switzerland and get a job as an Uber driver), one needs a highly credentialed degree for a highly credentialed job. A Swiss firm would have to sponsor the American job applicant, etc.
What if a man marries a man?
The same right as when a man marries a woman! This is since 2022.
I know grate country Switzerland 🇨🇭 and Beautiful. But citizenship swiss Passport law very Dificulat same to Italy 🇮🇹. This is not good Need. Making a law on Italian Switzerland nationality like the German one is therefore very good for human beings. Thanks 💚💙🧡❤💜💛🇮🇹🇨🇭🇨🇵🇩🇪🇪🇺🧡❤💜💛❤
No need i need job and money nothing else
You sounds like imigration lawyers from Queens New York, reapinting what is evident...
That's how people understand :-)
Is it possible to have Swiss and Romania passport
I know swiss gives dual citizenship what about Romania?
I do not know the legal situation in Romania. Sorry. From the swiss side, no problem.
Swisse/vs/maurice.of.nasseau.