Decentralisation and Local Governance

Services

Contact the responsible Swiss representation or consulate when you want to register or unregister as a resident, when you need a new passport, have moved or wish to apply for citizenship. The entire selection of services offered can be found in the dropdown menu to the right. The contact details of the responsible Swiss representation are shown on the corresponding page.

Swiss citizens who get into difficulties abroad, also can ask for advice and help from the Swiss representative.

The magazine for the Swiss Abroad appears six times a year and provides information about what is happening at home and the activities of Swiss associations abroad. It also answers administrative questions.

Online desk FDFA

Using the FDFA’s online consular services while abroad.

The relevant Swiss representation abroad can answer any questions concerning the FDFA’s online desk.

Local Governance Initiative and Network (LOGIN)

Local Governance Initiative and Network (LOGIN) is a South and East Asia centric multi-stakeholder network aiding reform agendas in favour of greater decentralization and the strengthened role of local governments.

Spanning 11 countries in South and East Asia, LOGIN's members include elected representatives, training institutions, think tanks, government departments, non-governmental organisations and inter-governmental organisations, among others.

Working in favour of accountable, transparent and inclusive local governance, LOGIN facilitates knowledge sharing and peer-engagements on key local governance issues amongst its stakeholders.

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