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Is my foreign permit valid in Switzerland?

The recognition of foreign driving licences in Switzerland is governed by the Ordinance on Admission to Road Traffic (OAC) and bilateral agreements. GENERAL RULES: (1) For RESIDENTS in Switzerland, the foreign licence is VALID 12 months from the date of establishment in…

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