About Switzerland
But looking beyond the country’s beautiful natural wonders; Switzerland is also a haven for history and culture. Its charming cities and towns are steeped in tradition, which continues to attract tourists from around the world, not to mention the world-renowned chocolate it produces. Situated at the heart of Europe and connecting the North and the South, Switzerland provides investors with a perfect strategic location in Europe, as well as extremely favorable tax conditions. Switzerland is an ideal destination for those seeking a secondary passport in one of the world’s most beautiful and wealthy countries, offering a quick and efficient Residence by Investment Programme. The capital of the country is Berne The currency is Swiss Franc (CHF) The current population as of 2025 : 8,955,693
Switzerland
Benefits of Switzerland Residence
Visa-Free Access
Switzerland’s residence permit allows visa-free travel across Europe’s Schengen states.
dual citizenship
The country places no restrictions on dual citizenship.
low tax rates
Switzerland is home to low tax rates and favourable tax incentives for foreign residents.
Citizen Rights
The applicant and their family will have the right to live and study in Switzerland, enjoying a high standard of living and access to world-class infrastructure, banking, and education facilities.
For Family
A single applicant can apply for family members to become their dependents including spouse and children.
Citizenship
Become a European resident in just 3-6 months.
Switzerland Residency by Investment Requirements
To qualify for the Switzerland Residence by Investment Program, applicants must meet the following core requirements:
Applicants must pass due diligence in order to apply for the Switzerland residency by investment programme.
Applicant must be 18+ years of age.
Applicants must not have a criminal record.
Applicants must have good financial standing.
Applicants must not be gainfully employed in Switzerland.
Switzerland Residence Details
Various categories of residence exist in Switzerland, with differentiation between EU/EFTA and non-EU/non-EFTA nationals. To acquire a Swiss Residence Permit, financially independent individuals who are not employed in the country must commit to paying a predetermined minimum of net annual taxes, regardless of their age.
Programme Options
- Participants within Switzerland’s Residence Programme are required to commit to paying an annual lump sum tax amount of at least CHF 250,000 per year. The exact value of the payment can vary depending on the applicant’s profile and Canton of residence.
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Switzerland Residence by Investment Application Process
The application process to apply for Switzerland residency by investment is straightforward, and it may take up to 6 months between initiating the process and receiving the residency documents. The application process can be divided into the following stages:
Assessment & Onboarding
- •Consult with Passport Legend’s client advisors.
- •Passport Legend’s due diligence check is conducted.
- •Client is onboarded and retainer fees are paid.
Application Submission
- • Client selects canton, documents are prepared and submitted.
- •Annual lump-sum tax value is determined.
- •Application is submitted.
- •Client travels to Switzerland to submit documents in-person.
Application Processing
- •Application is processed.
- •Government conducts due diligence checks.
- •Application is approved.
Passport Handover
- •Applicant travels to Switzerland.
- •Our team continues to support until the Residence Permit is collected by the client.
Overview
a small mountainous country
Switzerland, a small mountainous country situated in central Europe, is roughly the same size as New Jersey and is landlocked between France and Italy, with Austria, Germany, and Liechtenstein also sharing its borders.
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