Published: 01.10.2026
- 2026-10-01Foreign nationals legally and actually resident in Switzerland may buy a main home without authorisation
Foreign nationals with a lawful and actual residence in Switzerland may purchase a home at their place of residence without special authorisation, including building land if construction begins within roughly a year. Owning property alone does not create an entitlement to a Swiss residence permit.
- 2026-08-27Third-country nationals face specific document, visa and stay-duration requirements
Third-country nationals need a valid travel document recognised by Switzerland and, for long stays, work, study or family reunification, a category D national visa or an appropriate residence permit. Short stays are generally limited to 90 days within any 180-day period, and self-funded visitors must demonstrate at least CHF 100 per day.
- 2026-03-04EU/EFTA citizens do not need a visa to enter Switzerland, but long stays require a permit
EU/EFTA citizens with a valid recognised identity document may enter Switzerland without a visa. Stays exceeding 90 days require authorisation from the cantonal migration authority; arrivals must register with their municipality within 14 days and before starting employment.