🇨🇭 Switzerland · Spouse Partner
Simplified citizenship by marriage — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Language level | B1 |
| Marriage to citizen | Required (3+ yrs) |
Duration & renewal
Citizenship possible after 5 years.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.sem.admin.ch/sem/en/home/integration-einbuergerung/schweizer-werden/verheiratet.html.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Language level
Marriage to citizen
“If you are married to a Swiss citizen, you are eligible for simplified naturalisation. ... The following persons can apply for simplified naturalisation: 1. the husband or wife of a Swiss citizen.”
Years to citizenship
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-09.