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Ana is a Director in Fragomen’s Zurich office, where she advises clients on Swiss immigration matters. She provides comprehensive support to multinational companies across a range of industries on all their corporate immigration and compliance needs. Ana also advises individuals on private immigration requirements including permanent residency and family matters.
Ana has extensive knowledge of the Swiss immigration system and is well versed in immigration issues and solutions across Switzerland with a special focus on the French speaking territory.
Ana speaks Portuguese, English and French.
Education
- Porto University, European Studies, 2010
More from Ana
Publications and lectures
Author, “Establishing a Business Presence in Switzerland: Key Considerations for Employers.” Fragomen, 24 July 2026.
Ana’s insights
July 24, 2026 | Blog post
November 20, 2025 | Blog post
April 10, 2025 | Blog post
Ana’s insights
July 24, 2026 | Blog post
November 20, 2025 | Blog post
April 10, 2025 | Blog post
Ana’s insights
July 24, 2026 | Blog post
November 20, 2025 | Blog post
April 10, 2025 | Blog post
Country / Territory
Get in touch
Languages
- Portuguese
- English
- French
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Ana’s insights
July 24, 2026 | Blog post
November 20, 2025 | Blog post
April 10, 2025 | Blog post
Get in touch
Languages
- Portuguese
- English
- French
Contact information
Ana’s insights
July 24, 2026 | Blog post
November 20, 2025 | Blog post
April 10, 2025 | Blog post
Get in touch
Languages
- Portuguese
- English
- French
Contact information
Ana’s insights
July 24, 2026 | Blog post
November 20, 2025 | Blog post
April 10, 2025 | Blog post
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Awards
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Blog post
In this blog, UAE Consular and Document Services Manager Minu Joseph examines five global legalization trends through a Middle East lens—and outlines how employers can prepare earlier to keep assignments on track.

Blog post
In this blog, Corporate Services Manager Julia Ignatenko explores why businesses should coordinate company formation, regulatory compliance, leadership presence and workforce mobility from the outset.
Awards
Fragomen won Immigration Provider of the Year at the 2026 FEM APAC EMMAs, and our Worldwide Immigration Trends Report 2026 received a Highly Commended recognition in the Thought Leadership category.
Media mentions
Partner Kevin Miner discusses DHS’ proposed rule to end employment authorization for certain H-4 spouses of H-1B professionals.
Media mentions
Awards
Partner Julie Lessard and Counsel Elsa Agostinho are recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™ for Immigration Law.
Media mentions
Partner Ali Haider discusses immigration trends, visa appointments and the UAE’s continued efforts to attract global talent and investment.
Blog post
In their latest blog, Manager Adam Hickling and Immigration Consultant Daisy Dale examine the proposed changes, airline-specific risk scenarios and the practical steps organisations should consider before October.
Fragomen news
Fragomen and SICPA’s digital identity joint venture expands its capabilities through a strategic collaboration with IDEMIA Public Security.

Blog post
In a new blog accompanying our Regional Immigration Overviews, Partner Kenneth Lau explores the key trends shaping the APAC immigration landscape and what they could mean for employers planning their global workforce strategies.


