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Ana Bessa Santos

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Ana Bessa Santos

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  • SwitzerlandSwitzerland

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  • Portuguese
  • English
  • French

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[email protected]

T:+41 (0) 44 267 4499

F:+41 (0) 44 267 4486

Zurich

Fragomen Global Immigration Services, LLC

Uraniastrasse 31/35

Zürich 8001

Switzerland

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Languages

  • Portuguese
  • English
  • French

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[email protected]

T:+41 (0) 44 267 4499

F:+41 (0) 44 267 4486

Zurich

Fragomen Global Immigration Services, LLC

Uraniastrasse 31/35

Zürich 8001

Switzerland

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Get in touch

Languages

  • Portuguese
  • English
  • French

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Email

[email protected]

T:+41 (0) 44 267 4499

F:+41 (0) 44 267 4486

Zurich

Fragomen Global Immigration Services, LLC

Uraniastrasse 31/35

Zürich 8001

Switzerland

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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

Establishing a Business Presence in Switzerland: Key Considerations for EmployersRead more

November 20, 2025 | Blog post

Swiss Immigration Quotas for 2026: What Employers and Workers Need to KnowRead more

April 10, 2025 | Blog post

Planning to Work at Eurovision 2025? Understanding Swiss Work Permit Rules for Artists and Crew Members Read more
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Ana’s insights

July 24, 2026 | Blog post

Establishing a Business Presence in Switzerland: Key Considerations for EmployersRead more

November 20, 2025 | Blog post

Swiss Immigration Quotas for 2026: What Employers and Workers Need to KnowRead more

April 10, 2025 | Blog post

Planning to Work at Eurovision 2025? Understanding Swiss Work Permit Rules for Artists and Crew Members Read more
More related insights

Ana’s insights

July 24, 2026 | Blog post

Establishing a Business Presence in Switzerland: Key Considerations for EmployersRead more

November 20, 2025 | Blog post

Swiss Immigration Quotas for 2026: What Employers and Workers Need to KnowRead more

April 10, 2025 | Blog post

Planning to Work at Eurovision 2025? Understanding Swiss Work Permit Rules for Artists and Crew Members Read more
More related insights

Country / Territory

  • SwitzerlandSwitzerland

Get in touch

Languages

  • Portuguese
  • English
  • French

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+41 (0) 44 267 4499

F:+41 (0) 44 267 4486

Zurich

Fragomen Global Immigration Services, LLC

Uraniastrasse 31/35

Zürich 8001

Switzerland

Connect via Linkedin

Ana’s insights

July 24, 2026 | Blog post

Establishing a Business Presence in Switzerland: Key Considerations for EmployersRead more

November 20, 2025 | Blog post

Swiss Immigration Quotas for 2026: What Employers and Workers Need to KnowRead more

April 10, 2025 | Blog post

Planning to Work at Eurovision 2025? Understanding Swiss Work Permit Rules for Artists and Crew Members Read more
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Languages

  • Portuguese
  • English
  • French

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+41 (0) 44 267 4499

F:+41 (0) 44 267 4486

Zurich

Fragomen Global Immigration Services, LLC

Uraniastrasse 31/35

Zürich 8001

Switzerland

Connect via Linkedin

Ana’s insights

July 24, 2026 | Blog post

Establishing a Business Presence in Switzerland: Key Considerations for EmployersRead more

November 20, 2025 | Blog post

Swiss Immigration Quotas for 2026: What Employers and Workers Need to KnowRead more

April 10, 2025 | Blog post

Planning to Work at Eurovision 2025? Understanding Swiss Work Permit Rules for Artists and Crew Members Read more
More related insights

Share

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Share

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  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Get in touch

Languages

  • Portuguese
  • English
  • French

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+41 (0) 44 267 4499

F:+41 (0) 44 267 4486

Zurich

Fragomen Global Immigration Services, LLC

Uraniastrasse 31/35

Zürich 8001

Switzerland

Connect via Linkedin

Ana’s insights

July 24, 2026 | Blog post

Establishing a Business Presence in Switzerland: Key Considerations for EmployersRead more

November 20, 2025 | Blog post

Swiss Immigration Quotas for 2026: What Employers and Workers Need to KnowRead more

April 10, 2025 | Blog post

Planning to Work at Eurovision 2025? Understanding Swiss Work Permit Rules for Artists and Crew Members Read more
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In our latest blog, UK Government Affairs Strategy Lead @Shuyeb Muquit examines the expanded access to the Global Talent visa and what it signals about the direction of UK immigration policy

Learn more

Video

Polish Citizenship by Descent: Do You Qualify?

Poland Immigration Strategy Director Tomasz Rogala and Senior Associate Tomasz Rdzanek discuss how Polish citizenship by descent works, who may qualify, the documentation typically required and common eligibility challenges.

Learn more

Media mentions

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Senior Counsel Mitch Wexler discusses USCIS’ restored authority to deny certain immigration benefit requests without first issuing a Request for Evidence and the importance of complete initial filings.

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Comment on DHS Proposed Rule on Discretionary Employment AuthorizationLearn more

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UK Government Affairs Strategy Director Shuyeb Muquit explores what the recommendations mean, what’s still uncertain and what employers should be watching next

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A1-Bescheinigung für Geschäftsreisen und Entsendungen: Was Arbeitgeber wissen müssen

In this blog, Senior Manager Katharina Vorländer explains when employers need an A1 certificate for employees traveling or working temporarily within Europe, the application process and how timely planning can help manage social security compliance risks.

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In this blog, Director Ana Bessa Santos explores what Swiss authorities expect from employers when assessing work permit applications—including why a well-developed business plan, realistic growth projections and evidence of a genuine operational presence are critical to supporting both initial applications and future permit renewals.

Learn more

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