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IMMIGRATION ALERTS
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Schengen Border Controls Extended: Switzerland Faces 18 More Months of Spot-Checks at EU Frontiers
EU extends Schengen border controls at Switzerland's borders with Germany, France, Italy, and Austria for 18 months. 25-minute waits at Basel, Geneva, Chiasso, St. Margrethen. 40% asylum rise cited.
Xavi
4 days ago
Switzerland Schengen Border Controls 2026 – G7 Summit Triggers 10-Day Checks as Netherlands & Italy Extend
Switzerland re-imposes Schengen border controls from June 10–19, 2026, for G7 Summit security. Random checks at borders with Germany, France, Italy, and Austria. Netherlands and Italy have extended their internal border controls through December, reflecting a Europe-wide trend.
Xavi
May 27
New Mandatory Online Appointment System for Residence Services in Zurich: A Comprehensive Guide for Foreign Nationals
Zurich makes online appointments mandatory for residence services – permits, renewals, address changes. Walk-ins no longer accepted. Guide for foreign nationals.
Xavi
May 1
Switzerland Leads European Coalition in Offering Emergency Visa Relief for Middle East Crisis – Humanitarian Program Launched for Affected Nationals
Switzerland leads European coalition in offering emergency visa relief for Middle East crisis – fast-track humanitarian visas for affected nationals.
Editorial Team
Apr 7
Switzerland’s 2025 Work Visa Reforms: Easier Access for Non-EU Skilled Workers
Switzerland’s 2025 work visa reforms focus on attracting and retaining global talent while addressing labor shortages
Xavi
Mar 16, 2025
Switzerland’s New EasyGov Portal: Simplifying Short-Term Work Notifications
Starting March 17, 2025, Switzerland will replace its current online portal for short-term work notifications with the new EasyGov portal.
Xavi
Mar 10, 2025
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