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Relocation & International Mobility Services

Our team has extensive experience in immigration matters and provides legal and practical advice on all aspects of immigration law, including nationality law.

We assist our clients, particularly in their relocation to Switzerland, and facilitate obtaining permits for EU/EFTA nationals as well as third-country nationals, whether employed or not. Our services cover various types of permits in Switzerland (short-term, residence, settlement, and border permits), including those related to family reunification provisions. Our expertise also includes advising on visas or online announcements for short-term activities.

Our legal team efficiently handles any issues that may arise during permit and naturalisation applications, keeping you updated on the latest legislative developments that may impact your status and activities in Switzerland.

News Private Client Services

A new practice has been introduced in the canton of Valais concerning the application of the Federal Act on the Acquisition of Real Estate by Persons Abroad (LFAIE)

Since 26 January 2026, the Valais land registry has instructed notaries to no longer execute any deeds of sale (including forward sale, conditional sale, promise of sale, pre-emption agreement, etc.)...
17 February 2026

Art Lunch with Artmyn – Works of Art in Museums

Borel & Barbey recently had the pleasure of hosting an Art Lunch on the topic of Works of Art in Museums. Led by our Partner Anne Laure Bandle, this inspiring...
9 February 2026

Geneva is enhancing its appeal in the field of philanthropy

L’Administration fiscale cantonale de Genève (« AFC ») a récemment actualisé sa pratique en matière d’exonérations fiscales pour les associations et fondations poursuivant un but d’utilité publique. Cette mise à jour –...
2 February 2026