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Everything for your exam and interview: videos, checklists, and training.
The app is available in German, French, Italian and Romansh. The naturalisation test is held in the local language.
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The path to the exam
Note: This is a schematic procedure. Exam dates and procedures vary by canton and municipality.
Explanatory Videos
Some videos are available in German only (marked DE)
Direct Democracy
Understanding people's initiatives and referendums.
National Council & Council of States
The bicameral system.
The Federal Council
Tasks and election of the national government.
The 7 Departments
Responsibilities of the Federal Councillors.
Organization of Parliament
Structure of the legislative branch.
Powers of Parliament
What the chambers decide.
The path of a law
From draft to entry into force.
History of Switzerland
Compact overview.
Knowledge Check
Ready for the check?
Test your basic knowledge from the explanatory videos above.
Coach Gian
Ready for the interview?
I am Gian. We train the 10 most important questions so that you can convince with confidence in the personal interview.
The Swiss 3-Level System
The Swiss 3-Level System
Your necessary basic knowledge for test and interview
Federal (National)
Army, foreign policy, currency. Important for the written test.
Canton (Regional)
Education, police, health. Often part of cantonal tests.
Municipality (Local)
Naturalisation, water, waste. Core of the interview.
Did you know? Switzerland is built from the bottom up. Each level has its own responsibilities, which are tested in the exam.
IMPORTANT LINKS
Helpful addresses and information for your path to the passport.
THE CONFEDERATION IN BRIEF
Official handbook of the Federal Chancellery on the structure of the state.
NATURALISATION GUIDE
Central information on the procedure on the ch.ch portal.
SEM: CITIZENSHIP
Specialist information from the State Secretariat for Migration.
THE 7 FEDERAL COUNCILLORS
Official overview of the current national government.
Gian's Top 10 cheat sheet
Insider questions for your naturalisation interview
Einbürgerungsprofi Schweiz
einbuergerungsprofi.ch
Integration
Are you active in a local association?
Insider tip from Gian:
“Tell about your involvement in clubs or volunteer work.”
Motivation
Why do you want to become Swiss?
Insider tip from Gian:
“Avoid clichés. Give personal reasons like political participation or sense of belonging.”
Knowledge
Who is the current municipality president?
Insider tip from Gian:
“Local knowledge shows genuine interest in your place of residence.”
Social
What do you do on weekends in your region?
Insider tip from Gian:
“Name specific places like local parks, restaurants, or hiking trails.”
Values
What does direct democracy mean to you?
Insider tip from Gian:
“Emphasise the importance of being able to decide on factual issues.”
Culture
Do you know any local customs or festivals?
Insider tip from Gian:
“Mention the village fair, carnival, or local market.”
Work
Which large employers are there in your municipality?
Insider tip from Gian:
“This shows that you have looked into the local economy.”
Geography
Which municipalities border your place of residence?
Insider tip from Gian:
“A classic in the interview to test your local orientation.”
Politics
How many members does your executive have?
Insider tip from Gian:
“Check beforehand whether your municipality has a municipal council or city council.”
Personal
Where do you usually buy your groceries?
Insider tip from Gian:
“Proof of your roots in local everyday life.”