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FCDO travel advice for Switzerland. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
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Information for British citizens moving to or living in Switzerland, including guidance on residency, passports and driving.
Guidance for UK businesses on rules for selling services to Switzerland.
How you import from and export to Switzerland.
How to get state healthcare if you live, work or study in Switzerland.
Check if you need a visa or permit to work in Switzerland and how to get one if you do.
Documents containing treaty information and a summary of the agreement on trade between the UK and Switzerland.
Documents relating to the UK and Switzerland's negotiations for an enhanced trade agreement
Documents related to the UK-Switzerland Services Mobility Agreement.
Citizens’ Rights Agreement text as agreed between the UK and Switzerland, and Explainer.
Guidance for those working for a company based in Switzerland and your employer needs you to work on a pre-existing contract in the UK.
The UK and Switzerland have signed a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) to reduce non-tariff barriers related to conformity assessment in 5 sectors.
How someone in Switzerland can get documents legalised, witnessed or certified, take an oath, make an affirmation or affidavit and obtain informative notes.
Updates, news and events from the UK government in Switzerland
Check if you should pay National Insurance in the UK or social security contributions in the EU, Gibraltar, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, or Switzerland.
Use form Switzerland-Individual to apply for relief at source or claim repayment of UK Income Tax.
This guidance explains the rights of UK nationals in the EU, the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland to benefits and pensions.
Documents related to the UK-Switzerland Recognition of Professional Qualifications Agreement.
Documents containing treaty information and a summary of the agreement on trade between the UK, Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
Advice for British citizens travelling for business to countries in the EEA and Switzerland.
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