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Switzerland's European policy Given the close ties Switzerland maintains with its European neighbors, it is crucial for the country to pursue a concerted and targeted policy that serves its interests vis-à-vis the EU and the European countries. With regard to its most important partner, the EU, this is achieved through the bilateral approach. To this end, Switzerland has concluded bilateral agreements with the EU in clearly defined areas.
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Switzerland's European policySkip to main contentSwiss federal authoritiesLanguage dropdown English selectedDEFRITEN Switzerland's European policy FDFA Switzerland's European policy Switzerland's European policy FDFA Search Search Contact Switzerland's European policy Given the close ties Switzerland maintains with its European neighbors, it is crucial for the country to pursue a concerted and targeted policy that serves its interests vis-à-vis the EU and the European countries. With regard to its most important partner, the EU, this is achieved through the bilateral approach. To this end, Switzerland has concluded bilateral agreements with the EU in clearly defined areas. Bilateral approachNewsticker Package Switzerland-EU Situated at the heart of the European continent, Switzerland maintains close exchanges with the EU and its member states. — © FDFA 13 March 2026 Switzerland-EU package (Bilaterals III): Federal Council adopts dispatch The Federal Council aims to stabilise relations with the EU and, where it is in Switzerland's interests, develop them further. More about «Switzerland-EU package (Bilaterals III): Federal Council adopts dispatch» News Press releases (Switzerland and Europe) Dossiers 22 April 2026 Package Switzerland-EU (Bilaterals III) The package comprises a number of thematic elements, including new agreements and institutional solutions. More about «Package Switzerland-EU (Bilaterals III)» 1 February 2026 Bilateral country relations Switzerland maintains bilateral relations with the individual member states of the EU and EFTA as well as with the other European states such as Vatican City. More about «Bilateral country relations» 11 May 2026 Schengen/Dublin As an associated state of Schengen/Dublin, Switzerland takes part in European cooperation on borders, justice, police, visas and asylum. More about «Schengen/Dublin» Swiss contribution 19 March 2026 Swiss contribution to selected EU member states Through the Swiss contribution, Switzerland is investing in security, stability and prosperity in Europe and strengthening its bilateral relations with partner countries and the EU. More about «Swiss contribution to selected EU member states» 1 February 2026 Second Swiss Contribution The second Swiss contribution helps to reduce economic and social disparities in the EU. More about «Second Swiss Contribution» About the Europe Division Considering the intense relations maintained with its European neighbours, it is crucial for Switzerland to have a focused and concerted policy in pursuing its interests with respect to the EU. © EDA/DFAE/FDFA Social media channels swissMFAeurope Terms and conditions Accessibility Impressum Outline Switzerland's European policy Switzerland-EU package (Bilaterals III): Federal Council adopts dispatch News Dossiers Package Switzerland-EU (Bilaterals III) Bilateral country relations Schengen/Dublin Swiss contribution Swiss contribution to selected EU member states Second Swiss Contribution About the Europe Division Social media channels Presented by Qortora, a product of Qortora, LLC. Content remains the property of the original publisher. This reference page supports transparent discovery within the Qortora index.