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Export and location promotion

The federal export promotion programme helps export-oriented Swiss businesses break into new markets and hold their own in global competition. The federal location promotion programme positions Switzerland as an attractive destination for foreign companies, strengthening Switzerland as a business location.

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How the federal government supports Swiss exporters

Export promotion helps Swiss companies identify and capitalise on new business and sales opportunities abroad.

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Swiss Export Risk Insurance

Swiss Export Risk Insurance (SERV) supports the Swiss export industry with insurance solutions for exporters and financial institutions.

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Location promotion

Through its national business location promotion programme, the Confederation works with the cantons to attract selected companies to establish themselves in Switzerland.

Contact

State Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO
Promotion Activities Directorate
Export and Investment Promotion
Holzikofenweg 36
3003 Bern