Switzerland
Are foreigners allowed to own property in Switzerland?
When we asked expats in Switzerland if foreigners are allowed to own property, they answered...
"Foreigners are generally allowed to own property in Switzerland, although there are some restrictions. Non-Swiss citizens must obtain a permit from the local cantonal authorities before they can purchase real estate. This permit is usually granted if the buyer can demonstrate that they have sufficient financial resources and that the purchase of the property is in line with Swiss immigration laws. In addition, certain restrictions may apply depending on the canton in which the property is located," wrote a member who made the move to Switzerland.
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Are foreigners allowed to own property in Switzerland?
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
