February 27, 2025|
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|9 months agoSwiss Immigration Numbers Show 15.6% Decline in 2024
Net immigration to Switzerland decreased significantly in 2024, with foreign resident population reaching 2.36 million, representing 26% of total population.
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- Net immigration to Switzerland decreased by 15.6% in 2024 compared to 2023
- 71% of immigrants came from EU and EFTA nations
- 52% of immigrants came to Switzerland for work purposes
- 40,291 foreigners were naturalized as Swiss citizens in 2024
By The Numbers
2.36 million
Foreign resident population
26%
Percentage of foreign residents in total population
170,600
Total number of new foreign nationals in 2024
83,400
Net immigration in 2024
They Said
"Most immigrants in 2024 came from EU and EFTA nations (71%) and most (52%) came to work"