Published on 12 February 2026

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Lord Coaker and Dr Mäder with members of the Swiss and British delegations.

Communication12 February 2026

Marking a new step in Swiss-UK security exchange and cooperation

State Secretary Markus Mäder travelled to London for high-level consultations with his UK counterparts on the current threat landscape, security cooperation in Europe and developments in emerging defence technologies.

Press releases27 January 2026

Swiss Cultural Fund UK launches new Major Grant

The Swiss Cultural Fund UK (SCF) has launched a new grant category – the Major Grant – reaffirming its mission to support Swiss artistic talent in the UK.

Communication19 January 2026

Travel to the United Kingdom from 2 April 2025

What Swiss citizens need to know about the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).

A map of Europe, a laptop, passport and travel artefacts.

Communication9 October 2025

Schengen Entry/Exit System (EES)

Information for non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals travelling to a Schengen Area member state.

View over the old town of Lausanne with the lake in the background.

Communication18 August 2025

Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships for British researchers 2026 - 2027

The Swiss government offers a small number of fellowships for British researchers to undertake a research project in Switzerland.

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