Swiss Lawmakers Seek Entry Ban for EU Citizens With Criminal Records
Swiss Parliament Intensifies Debate on New Taxes and Permit Bans for Foreign Residents
Federal Council Schedules 25 June Press Briefing on Free-Movement Impact Report
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Switzerland prepares security and air-space measures for 29-30 June US–Iran technical talks
Geneva or Lausanne will host U.S.–Iran technical talks on 29–30 June. Swiss authorities are expected to impose temporary air-space and border-control measures, leading to slot restrictions at Geneva Airport and spot ID checks on roads from France. Businesses with employees travelling in the region next week should build in additional time and monitor FOCA NOTAMs.
Switzerland streamlines development aid and boosts humanitarian budget – potential knock-on for visa and consular staffing
The Federal Council approved a major overhaul of Switzerland’s development-cooperation architecture on 24 June 2026. Funding remains steady, but 100 posts – many in embassy visa sections – will be cut and money re-routed to humanitarian aid, whose budget share rises from 26 % to 40 %. Companies may encounter longer visa lead-times in some markets, while humanitarian operators will benefit from faster funding and staff redeployments.