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Pass the Swiss citizenship test on your first try — from EUR 14.99.

1,500 official-style questions, all 26 cantons, instant referenced explanations. Try 5 questions free below — no signup needed.

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Aligned to the federal 2026 test — every canton, every language.

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A friend asks you why Switzerland celebrates its national holiday on August 1st. What is the best answer?

  • Aligned to the federal 2026 test
  • All 26 cantons covered
  • German · French · Italian · English
  • Instant referenced answers
  • 1,500+ verified questions
  • Works offline on mobile

What you get

Everything you need to pass — and nothing you don't.

One subscription, the whole Swiss citizenship prep stack. No upsells, no add-ons.

  • Federal civics curriculum

    Confederation, Parliament, Federal Council — every topic on the national test.

  • All 26 canton packs

    Canton-specific interview questions, civic facts, and local political structure.

  • 1,500+ verified questions

    Referenced to SEM guidance and each canton's own published material.

  • SM-2 flashcards

    Spaced repetition keeps the weak cards on top, no more, no less.

  • Mock test simulator

    Full-length mocks, true-to-exam timing, retake until the nerves settle.

  • Personal analytics

    Know which topic will trip you up before the examiner does.

  • Four languages

    Switch between DE · FR · IT · EN any time — same depth in every language.

  • Works offline on mobile

    Study on the train, the tram, the plane. Offline-first PWA.

How it works

Four steps from signup to pass.

Full walkthrough →
  1. 1

    Sign up

    Create your account in under a minute.

  2. 2

    Choose your canton

    We'll build your daily plan.

  3. 3

    Practise daily

    Questions + flashcards, canton-weighted.

  4. 4

    Mock · pass

    Full mock tests, analytics, pass the exam.

Inside the product

Editorial quality, exam-grade rigour.

Every question, card, and dashboard is written against the federal and cantonal syllabus — and built to make revision feel like a proper study session.

  • Q 04 / 20Tutor mode

    How many cantons does Switzerland have?

    A23
    26
    C22
    D20

    Questions

    Multiple-choice questions with immediate, referenced explanations.

  • 12 dueFederal

    Wie viele Kantone hat die Schweiz?

    Again
    Hard
    Good
    Easy

    Flashcards

    SM-2 spaced repetition with confidence ratings that adapt to you.

  • Accuracy · last 7 days

    74%

    9 day streak
    Federal
    82%
    Canton
    71%
    Civics
    58%
    History
    64%
    Rights
    77%

    Analytics

    Per-topic accuracy, pacing, and weak spots mapped against the exam blueprint.

From the cohort

Words from the people using it.

  • The canton pack for Zürich was the difference between guessing and actually knowing. The interview questions matched what I had practised.
    Software engineerNaturalised Zürich, 2024
  • Studying in Italian instead of German was the reason I finally sat down and did it. Same depth, no translation fog.
    TranslatorNaturalised Lugano, 2024
  • The mock tests felt exactly like the real thing. I walked into the examiner's office calm for the first time.
    Healthcare workerNaturalised Aarau, 2025

Pricing

Three one-time plans. No subscription.

Pick the access window that fits — 1 month, 6 months, or lifetime. All plans unlock the full prep stack.

1 month

EUR 14.99

one-time · 30 days access

Great for a final, focused sprint to exam day.

6 months

EUR 29.99

one-time · 180 days access

Enough runway to work through every chapter calmly.

Best value

Lifetime

EUR 49.99

one-time · access for life

Pay once. Every future update included. No expiry.

Common questions

Before you commit.

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What is the Swiss citizenship test?

A written and oral examination of your knowledge of Switzerland — its federal constitution, history, geography, and the canton you apply from. It's a formal requirement for naturalisation alongside residency and integration criteria.

Is the test the same in every canton?

No. The federal civic content is the same everywhere, but each canton sets its own format, question count, language, and weighting. Some cantons also run a municipal-level interview on top of the canton test.

How many questions are asked?

Between 20 and 40 in most cantons. Some have a fixed written test (e.g. 30 multiple-choice questions); others rely more on an oral interview with a commission.

In which language is the test held?

In the official language of your canton — German, French, Italian, or Romansh. You can prepare in English, but the actual exam is always in the canton's official language.

How is the test scored?

Pass thresholds vary by canton — typically 60 to 75 percent correct. Interview panels grade on both factual accuracy and your ability to express answers in the canton's language.

Can I re-take the test if I fail?

Yes, most cantons allow at least one retake after a waiting period (usually 3 to 12 months). Some cantons require a fresh application fee for each attempt.

How up-to-date is the question bank?

Every question is reviewed quarterly against SEM guidance and each canton's latest publications. Major changes — e.g. updates to cantonal examination regulations — are published within 14 days.

How many questions are in the bank?

Over 1,500 questions covering federal civics, Swiss history and geography, plus each canton's specific content. We add new questions every month based on user reports and official updates.

Does it cover my canton?

Yes — all 26 cantons have dedicated packs with their specific content, weighting, and sample interview questions. If your canton changes its regulations, we update the pack within 14 days.

Which languages can I study in?

German, French, Italian, and English. Each language has the same depth of content and the same questions — you can switch any time from the language menu.

Can I switch language mid-study?

Yes. Language is a global setting — switch any time and your progress, stats, and saved flashcards carry over. The questions are translated, not duplicated.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes — the whole product is responsive and works on any modern phone, tablet, or desktop. There's no separate app to install; just bookmark the site.

Does it work offline?

Yes. Once you've loaded a chapter on your phone, it works offline on the train, the plane, or anywhere without signal.

How much does it cost?

Three one-time options, no subscription: 1 month for EUR 14.99, 6 months for EUR 29.99, or lifetime access for EUR 49.99. All three unlock the same full content across federal and canton material.

Is it a subscription or one-time?

Always one-time. We don't run subscriptions — pick the access window that suits you (1 month, 6 months, or lifetime) and pay once. No auto-renewals, no recurring charges.

Do you offer refunds?

Yes — 14-day money-back guarantee, no questions asked. Email support and we refund the full amount.

Is VAT included in the price?

Yes. The price you see at checkout is the final price — Swiss VAT is already included. You'll receive a compliant invoice by email straight after payment.

Which payment methods do you accept?

Visa, Mastercard and American Express through Dodo Payments, our PCI-compliant checkout. Apple Pay and Google Pay work automatically on supported devices. TWINT support is on the near-term roadmap.

Does it cover my specific canton's questions?

Yes. Premium unlocks dedicated packs for all 26 cantons — history, government, geography, and the local civics questions interviewers actually ask. Pick your canton in the dashboard and your drills bias toward it automatically.

Are future updates and new canton packs included?

Yes — for the duration of your access window, every new question, content update, and new canton pack is included automatically. Lifetime buyers stay current forever; 1-month and 6-month buyers get every update released during their access period.

What if I fail the official test the first time?

Most cantons let you retake the test. If your access window is still active you keep studying as-is. If it has expired, you can re-buy any plan — lifetime is the safest option if you want unlimited retake support. Our 14-day money-back guarantee still applies on every plan.

Which browsers are supported?

Any modern browser — Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge — released in the last two years. If you can read this page, you're good to go.

Is my data private?

Yes. We store progress and account data on servers hosted in the EU/Switzerland, we don't sell data, and we don't run third-party ad trackers. Full details in the privacy policy.

How do I contact support?

Email hello@einbuergerungstests.ch and we reply within one working day. For quick questions, the contact form on our site routes to the same inbox.

Can I delete my account?

Yes. From settings you can export your data and delete your account with one click. Deletion removes your progress, email, and payment history within 30 days.

Is two-factor authentication available?

Yes — you can enable 2FA with an authenticator app from the security tab in settings. We also send email alerts on any new device sign-in.

How difficult is the Swiss citizenship test?

Most candidates pass on the first attempt with 30–50 hours of focused preparation. The federal civics content is straightforward; the canton-specific facts (history, government, geography) are where most failures happen because they vary widely.

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What language level do I need: B1 or A2?

B1 oral and A2 written for ordinary naturalisation in most cantons — proven via a recognised certificate (fide, telc, ÖSD, Goethe). Some cantons accept slightly lower thresholds for facilitated naturalisation through marriage. The certificate must usually be less than 3 years old.

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Can I hold dual citizenship in Switzerland?

Yes — Switzerland has allowed dual citizenship since 1992 with no exceptions on the Swiss side. Whether you can keep your original citizenship depends on your country of origin's rules, not Switzerland's.

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What does Swiss naturalisation actually cost?

Total fees range CHF 700–3000 depending on canton and municipality. Federal fee is fixed at CHF 100; cantonal fees range CHF 300–2000; municipal fees vary the most (some communes charge nothing, others up to CHF 1000+).

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How long does the whole process take?

Typically 1.5–3 years from application to decision, depending on canton workload. Geneva and Zurich are usually fastest (~12 months); some smaller cantons can take 24+ months. Federal SEM processing is normally 6–12 months on top.

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What happens after the SEM gives federal approval?

Federal approval is the green light, but you still need cantonal and municipal approval afterwards. Some cantons issue the certificate of citizenship within weeks; others require a final canton-level vote or commission meeting that can add 2–6 months.

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Which documents do I need to prepare?

Standard set: passport copy, birth certificate (apostilled if foreign), C permit, language certificate, criminal record extract, debt enforcement extract (Betreibungsregisterauszug), tax clearance, and proof of residency duration. Cantons may require additional documents — check your canton's specific list.

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What happens if I fail the test?

You can retake after a waiting period (typically 6–12 months) by reapplying to your municipality. A failed test doesn't automatically reject the whole application — many cantons let you continue with the rest of the process while preparing for the retake. Some cantons require a fresh application fee for each attempt.

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