Becoming Swiss in Montreux
Naturalisation: who can apply, where the file goes, the test and the communal fees.
We are not the Commune. This page puts its public information into English; the office named in each answer decides.
- Who can apply for Swiss citizenship in Montreux?
- People who live in Montreux, have stayed at least ten years in Switzerland and hold a C permit. The full conditions are on the Canton of Vaud’s site.
- Where do I file a naturalisation application?
- With the Canton of Vaud, not the Commune: since 1 January 2018 the Canton receives the files and the forms are on its site. Once it has checked the basic conditions, it sends the file to the Commune of Montreux, which contacts you.
- How much does naturalisation cost in Montreux?
- The communal fee is CHF 350 for one person and CHF 450 for a couple or a family. Cantonal and federal fees come on top.
- Is there a test to become Swiss in Vaud?
- In principle yes: a general-knowledge test on Switzerland, the canton and the region, covering history, geography, political institutions and society. The Canton decides case by case whether to waive it, and publishes practice questions.
- Who decides on a naturalisation application?
- Three levels in turn. The Municipality of Montreux gives its opinion, then the Canton, and the Confederation takes the final decision.
- Who do I contact about naturalisation in Montreux?
- The naturalisation office, by e-mail: [email protected]. It sits with the general administration, Grand-Rue 73.
- I am Swiss: how do I become a citizen of Montreux?
- By asking for the bourgeoisie: a written request to the Municipality with your reasons, if you are already Vaudois. If you are Swiss from another canton, you apply for Vaud cantonal citizenship with the Canton’s form, after two years in the canton. The communal fee is CHF 100 in both cases.