Birth, marriage, death

These are universal themes, but each country handles births, marriages and deaths slightly differently. You can find the Swiss quirks here.

Deutsch

Geburt, Ehe, Todesfall
Français

Naissance, mariage et décès
Italiano

Nascita, matrimonio e morte
Español

Nacimiento, matrimonio y muerte
Português

Nascimento, casamento, falecimento
日本語

出生、結婚、死亡
العربية

الولادة والزواج والوفاة
中文

在瑞士生育、婚姻、死亡
Русский

Рождение, брак, смерть

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Demographics

Birth

As in most other countries, Swiss authorities must be informed about births and deaths that happen in the country, regardless of citizenship.

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Marriage in Switzerland

People over the age of 18 are entitled to get married in Switzerland. This includes same-sex couples.

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Death

Switzerland has one of the highest life expectancies in the world. It is also one of the most progressive countries when it comes to assisted suicide.

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