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Switzerland · Protection and humanitarian

Asylum

Who it's for: People who seek protection from persecution in Switzerland; SEM checks whether they meet the requirements for refugee status.

Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.

Last checked 3 Nov 2026

Listed with official links only. For help with a protection claim, contact the official service or a regulated adviser.

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