Help for Refugees
Below, you will find links to various organizations in Switzerland that support Refugees.
Sui App
App from the SRK for Refugees
The Swiss Red Cross's Sui App is aimed at refugees in Switzerland. It is multilingual, free of charge, and combines self-help with support and information.
No phone number
Swiss Refugee Council
Assistance for asylum seekers FAQ
Here, you will find some of the most frequently asked questions about the asylum system in Switzerland and the rights attached to each status.
+ 41 31 370 75 75
HEKS
Legal Advice for Asylum Seekers
Do you have questions about the asylum procedure in Switzerland? Do you need other legal advice? Or are you a victim of discrimination and racist remarks? HEKS/EPER offers legal advice and support in different fields.
+41 44 360 88 00
TGNS
National Umbrella Organization
The Transgender Network Switzerland, or TGNS for short,
is a nationwide organisation advocating for the rights and interests of transgender people in Switzerland. It connects individuals, local groups, and organisations and represents their concerns at the national level.
For refugees and asylum seekers, TGNS offers information and counselling on gender identity as a possible ground for asylum in Switzerland.
+41 31 372 33 44
Swiss Red Cross Outpatient Clinic for Victims of Torture and War
Psychosocial and Medical Support Center
The Swiss Red Cross Outpatient Clinic for Victims of Torture and War offers specialised medical and psychological support for people who have experienced torture, war, or political violence. The clinic provides trauma counselling, health care, and social support to help individuals recover and cope with everyday life in Switzerland.
Asile LGBTIQ+
Support for Queer Asylum Seekers
Asile LGBTIQ+ in Geneva offers queer refugees and asylum seekers in Switzerland a safe space, advice, and support. The association promotes exchange, helps with asylum-related questions about sexual orientation or identity, and advocates for respectful access to rights and services.
No phone number
FIZ
Support for Migrants and Survivors of Trafficking
FIZ is a Zurich-based organisation providing confidential counselling and support to migrants and survivors of human trafficking in Switzerland. It offers specialised assistance to people affected by exploitation, violence, or precarious residence situations and helps them access protection, legal information, and social support services.
Frauenhaus Zürich Violetta
Shelter and Support for Women and Children Affected by Violence
The Frauenhaus Zürich provides safe shelter and support services for women and their children affected by domestic violence or gender-based abuse in Switzerland. The organisation offers confidential assistance, emergency accommodation, counselling, and help with accessing legal, social, and health services to promote safety and independence.
+41 44 350 04 04
INAYA
Solidarity Network for Refugee Women and Queers
INAYA is a solidarity-based network supporting refugee women and queer people in Switzerland. It offers practical support such as financial assistance, help with housing or job search, accompaniment to appointments, and connections to supportive health workers, interpreters, legal advisors, and relevant organisations. INAYA focuses on meeting basic needs and improving access to services that are often hard to reach for its community.
Pikett Asyl
Independent Legal Advice After a Negative Asylum Decision
Pikett Asyl is an independent counselling centre supporting asylum seekers who have received a negative asylum decision and whose legal representation has withdrawn their mandate. The organisation offers a second opinion on asylum decisions and, where possible, provides individual consultation appointments. Its services are free of charge and focus on helping individuals understand and exercise their legal rights. Offices are located in Zurich and Basel.
No phone number
Frei Platz Aktion
Legal Advice for Migrants with Residence Issues
Freiplatzaktion Zürich is an independent association advocating for the rights of refugees and migrants and for a solidarity-based asylum and migration policy. It provides free, low-threshold legal advice and engages in activist legal work, combining support in individual cases with political efforts to improve access to rights and fight exclusion and racism.
+41 44 241 54 11
Asylex
Online Legal Advice Organization
AsyLex is a Swiss non-profit organization dedicated to providing online legal advice to asylum seekers in Switzerland and worldwide. The organization operates on the principle that everyone, regardless of their origin or circumstances, deserves to understand their rights and navigate the complexities of the asylum procedure with expert guidance.
No phone number
Plateforme Sans-Papiers Suisse
Swiss Network for the Rights of Sans-Papiers
Plateforme Sans-Papiers Suisse is a nationwide network advocating for the rights and interests of Sans-Papiers — people living in Switzerland without a valid residence permit. The association works to improve access to legal status, promotes cooperation among local contact points, NGOs, churches, unions and authorities, and raises public awareness about the everyday challenges facing Sans-Papiers in areas such as education, healthcare and social inclusion.
No phone number
TSEF
Emergency Fund for Trans People
The Trans Safety Emergency Fund (TSEF) provides emergency financial support for trans and gender-diverse people facing urgent situations, including unsafe housing, violence, medical needs, or forced relocation. Trans refugees and asylum seekers can apply for support to help cover immediate safety and basic living costs.
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