How can I buy property – real estate – in Switzerland?
The purchase of real estate in Switzerland by foreigners is strictly regulated. Non-residents can buy vacation properties in tourist areas. EU citizens who are Swiss residents can buy without restriction, while other foreign residents can buy one property for their own use. Special restrictions apply for the purchase of large areas of land. The Federal Office of Justice has issued official guidelines for foreigners wishing to purchase real estate. The details of the purchase process vary from canton to canton. You can find property advertisements on swissinfo’s swisslinks.
