FAQ – Frequently asked questions

Swiss citizenship / Naturalization

Questions about regular naturalisation

How can I apply for naturalisation?

Where must I send my application?

Where can I get an application form?

Questions about facilitated naturalisation

I am a foreigner and married to a Swiss citizen. How can I apply for naturalisation?

Where can I get an application form?

Where must I send my application?

I have a Swiss mother or a Swiss father, but I am not a Swiss citizen. Do I have a possibility of facilitated naturalisation?

In certain cases, the Nationality Act (Art. 31a, Art. 31b, Art. 58a, Art. 58b) allows for facilitated naturalisation. For further information, please contact the Federal Office for Migration, Naturalisation Section, Quellenweg 6, 3003 Berne-Wabern (

email) or, if you are resident abroad, the relevant

Swiss representation.

Questions about dual nationality

I am a Swiss citizen and would like to acquire a second nationality. Can I keep my Swiss nationality?

I am a foreigner and would like to apply for Swiss nationality. Will I lose my previous nationality?