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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
Fragomen received three recognitions at the 2026 Cartus Global Network Conference for excellence in service, sustainability leadership and global citizenship.

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Partner K. Edward Raleigh discusses how US employers should consider displacement and conduct a risk analysis when assessing H-1B filings in light of recent policy changes.
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International remote working can offer valuable flexibility, but undisclosed “hush trips” may expose employers to immigration, social security, insurance, employment-law and tax risks that they cannot properly assess or manage.
Blog post
Counsel Susan Steger examines recent policy changes and litigation affecting the pathway from F-1 study and practical training through H-1B sponsorship and permanent residence, and the considerations for US employers recruiting and retaining early-career international talent.
Media mentions
Managing Director, Digital Identity Amit Sharma explores how digital identity can strengthen privacy and security.
Media mentions
Managing Partner, Australia and New Zealand Teresa Liu discusses how Australia’s efforts to reduce net overseas migration are affecting businesses amid ongoing skilled workforce shortages.
Media mentions
Senior Counsel Dr. Anna Boucher discusses Australia’s net migration figures and recent changes to the country’s migration policies.
Blog post
Tiemen Peters, Silvia Norte Mercade and Soraya Driessen outline when international graduates who studied in the Netherlands may qualify for the 30% ruling and the key eligibility, timing and compliance considerations for graduates and employers.
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Media mentions
Partner Christine Sullivan discusses the implementation of the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) across member states and at border crossing points.
Awards
Fragomen received three recognitions at the 2026 Cartus Global Network Conference for excellence in service, sustainability leadership and global citizenship.

Blog post
Media mentions
Partner K. Edward Raleigh discusses how US employers should consider displacement and conduct a risk analysis when assessing H-1B filings in light of recent policy changes.
Blog post
International remote working can offer valuable flexibility, but undisclosed “hush trips” may expose employers to immigration, social security, insurance, employment-law and tax risks that they cannot properly assess or manage.
Blog post
Counsel Susan Steger examines recent policy changes and litigation affecting the pathway from F-1 study and practical training through H-1B sponsorship and permanent residence, and the considerations for US employers recruiting and retaining early-career international talent.
Media mentions
Managing Director, Digital Identity Amit Sharma explores how digital identity can strengthen privacy and security.
Media mentions
Managing Partner, Australia and New Zealand Teresa Liu discusses how Australia’s efforts to reduce net overseas migration are affecting businesses amid ongoing skilled workforce shortages.
Media mentions
Senior Counsel Dr. Anna Boucher discusses Australia’s net migration figures and recent changes to the country’s migration policies.
Blog post
Tiemen Peters, Silvia Norte Mercade and Soraya Driessen outline when international graduates who studied in the Netherlands may qualify for the 30% ruling and the key eligibility, timing and compliance considerations for graduates and employers.
Blog post
Media mentions
Partner Christine Sullivan discusses the implementation of the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) across member states and at border crossing points.


