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The Swiss Abroad were considerably more in favour of an electronic ID than voters in Switzerland. More surprisingly, they also overwhelmingly approved the end of rental tax.
E-ID vote: political scientist sees public mistrust in Swiss authorities
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Swiss voters have approved e-ID, but mistrust of the state is evident. Lukas Golder from research institute gfs.bern analyses the result.
September 28, 2025 vote: the result from across Switzerland
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The Swiss have voted: use our interactive map to explore the detailed results of Sunday’s ballots on environmental responsibility.
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While places like Estonia have embraced digital ID systems to modernise access to public services, the Swiss approach remains cautious.
Swiss divisions highlighted by vote on imputed rental-value tax
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A battle is being waged between property owners and tenants over imputed rental value. But there are several other conflicting issues.
September 28 vote: Swiss back e-ID but Swiss Abroad remain cautious
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Electronic ID appeals to a large majority of Swiss, but the diaspora is more sceptical, according to the first poll ahead of the September 28 referendum.
Swiss voters to decide – again – on introducing electronic ID
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A key step towards a digital society or a threat to data protection? On September 28, the Swiss will vote again on a new e-ID scheme.
Will Switzerland finally do away with imputed rental-value tax on homeowners?
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The Swiss imputed rental value system is complicated and provides opportunities for tax breaks. Citizens will vote on the issue on September 28.
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Living outside Switzerland doesn’t mean losing your right to vote. Yet only a small percentage of Swiss citizens living abroad actually cast their ballots. Here’s a short guide on how to vote from abroad.
Government unveils vote issues to be decided on September 28
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After seven months without a national vote, the Swiss will vote on September 28 on electronic identity (e-ID) and second homes.
How Switzerland’s political system of direct democracy works
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Together with neutrality and federalism, direct democracy is a part of the Swiss national identity and helps unite the various languages, religions and cultures in the country. This video gives you a short introduction to this unique political system. (Produced by swissinfo.ch on behalf of the Organisation of the Swiss Abroad)Please note: This video was made in 2011. The political landscape has changed and the numbers are no longer representative. For more recent figures go to the Democracy Barometer project page.
Voting from abroad: How to register for Swiss elections
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Switzerland grants voting rights to its citizens living abroad. If you want to exercise your voting rights, you must first get on the electoral register.
What matters most in your choice of meat products and why?
Certain American farming practices are banned in other countries: cattle are treated with growth-promoting hormones, for example. Would this put you off from buying American produce or is price the key factor?
