Switzerland and Greece sign migration agreement
Update Explained
Switzerland and Greece have signed an agreement to extend Swiss support for migration management in Greece from 2025 to 2029. The agreement involves providing CHF 28.65 million to improve infrastructure and services for unaccompanied minor asylum seekers, as well as focusing on the early integration of vulnerable persons and strengthening asylum procedures. This is part of Switzerland's continued effort since 2022 to assist Greece, which Switzerland views as a key location due to its position on major migration routes into Europe. The aim is to support Greece in its role in the EU Migration and Asylum Pact, which will come into effect in the middle of the next year, and to prepare for its commitments under the Dublin Agreement.
What changed
The Swiss support for migration management in Greece has been extended for a second phase from 2025 to 2029 with a commitment of CHF 28.65 million.
Why it matters
Switzerland's financial support will help improve living conditions and integration opportunities for unaccompanied minor asylum seekers and other vulnerable migrants in Greece. This aims to facilitate the integration of these individuals into Greek society and reduce onward migration pressures.
Who is affected
- Unaccompanied minor asylum seekers in Greece
- Vulnerable migrants in Greece
Key dates
Approval
Aug 27, 2025
The Federal Council approved an extension to Swiss support for Greece.
Pact Implementation
The EU Migration and Asylum Pact will come into force in the middle of next year.
Key details
- Switzerland will provide CHF 28.65 million in migration support to Greece.
- The support focuses on infrastructure and services for unaccompanied minor asylum seekers, early integration of vulnerable persons, and strengthening asylum procedures.