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Published On 3/2/2024

Ciao a Tutti, Allegra, Bonjour, Gruezi Mitenand and Hello.

Stammtisch will be held at a new location!

We meet for our traditional gathering at Cuckoo Clock Brauhaus at 99 NW 54th St, Miami, FL 33127.
We start at 7 PM for drinks, great food and friendly chat among Swiss and friends.

This Stammtisch takes place every 1st Wednesday of the month.

The Restaurant has seating reserved for us.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Everyone is welcome! Registration is not necessary.

Warm regards,
The Board of the Swiss Club

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Opportunity to apply for J-1 Exchange Visitor Program via FACC-NY

Published On 9/13/2023

The Swiss Amcham, is now offering our members the possibility to apply for the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program via our Partner organization – The French-American Chamber of Commerce (FACC-NY). The FACC-NY, has been an accredited sponsor of J-1 Visas by the U.S. Department of State since 1971. J-1 Visa programs allow Swiss and American organizations operating in the U.S. to send global young talent for internships and training to U.S. organizations for up to 18 months.

You will find more information on the FACC-NY’s website.

Why work with the FACC-NY to bring in J-1 interns and Trainees?

Speed: FACC-NY processes applications within 6-8 weeks contingent on document completeness
Low Cost: Competitive Fees
Efficiency: No immigration lawyer needed; orientation call scheduled with new companies
Support: FACC-NY team is always available from application start to end date
Value: Exceptional Customer Service
If you and your company are interested, please contact: martin.naville@amcham.ch.

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Swiss Club Miami featured in the March 2023 Regional News of the Swiss Review

Published On 3/23/2023

March 2023

The Swiss Club Miami was featured in the US Regional News of the Swiss Review. Thank you to Doris Bernath Cunningham to have given us this opportunity.

https://www.swisscommunity.org/fileadmin/revue/Ausgaben/2023/02/SRV-2302_USA.pdf

We are very proud to have such a dynamic community !

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Meet Our New Honorary Consul Rene Riedi

Published On 2/27/2023

Meet Our New Honorary Consul Rene Riedi
Professionally, Rene has been working for Dufry, a leading travel retail operator, since 1993. He has held various management positions at the headquarters in Basel as well as abroad. He served as a member of the executive board between 2000 and 2020. Prior to crossing the Atlantic in 2012, he lived in the Middle East for 10 years. Based on his long-standing affiliation with the company and the extensive experience as the company’s Ambassador in Central- and Latin America and Advisor to the Group CEO, he is currently serving in the role of Executive Advisor.

Rene is married to his wife Olga and they live together with their dog Luca, a Havapoo, in their beautiful home in Coral Gables. In his leisure time, he loves to be outdoors and play golf, read a book, or watch a film.

Rene feels deeply honored to be named Honorary Consul in Miami and to represent Switzerland in the South of Florida. He is excited about the opportunity to serve th

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Update Travel and Immigration Restrictions USA

Published On 7/12/2022

As of November 8, 2021, the Proclamation allows for entry into the United States via air travel of noncitizens and nonimmigrants who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, with certain exceptions. Travelers will be required to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of that vaccination before boarding a plane to the United States.
Due to the ongoing Covid-19 crisis, travel to the United States and the possibility to get a U.S. visa or to extend an existing visa remains limited.

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CDC Guidelines Travel to and from the United States

Published On 7/5/2022

As of 12:01AM ET on June 12, 2022, CDC will no longer require air passengers traveling from a foreign country to the United States to show a negative COVID-19 viral test or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before they board their flight.
What You Need to Know: Make sure you are up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines before you travel internationally.
You must be fully vaccinated with the primary series of an accepted COVID-19 vaccine to travel to the United States by plane if you are a non-U.S. citizen, non-U.S. immigrant (not a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or traveling to the United States on an immigrant visa). Only limited exceptions apply. Before boarding a flight to the United States, consider getting tested for current infection with a viral test as close to the time of departure as possible (no more than 3 days) before travel. Wearing a mask is recommended in indoor areas of public transportation (including airplanes and airports).

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Swiss Review USA - Regional Florida

Published On 2/20/2022

New Year's Message from the Swiss Club Miami
https://www.swisscommunity.org/fileadmin/revue/Ausgaben/2022/01/SRV-2201_USA.pdf

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Swiss Club Miami featured in the January 2020 issue of Swiss Review

Published On 1/23/2020

Swiss Club Miami article in 2020 Swiss Review magazine.

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Golf 2020 Postponed to November

Published On 4/3/2020

Our second Swiss Miami Open was postponed to November 2020. We will reopen enrollment later in the summer.

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Stammtisch

Published On 9/5/2017

Join us every first Wednesday of each month for our traditional Stammtisch

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Swiss Club Miami featured in the January 2019 issue of Swiss Review

Published On 1/23/2020

January 2019

The Swiss Club Miami was featured in the US Regional News of the Swiss Review dated September 2018. Thank you to Doris Bernath Cunningham to have given us this opportunity.

We are very proud to have such a dynamic community !

Watch out for more fun and inspiring events in our Events calendar or on our Facebook page.

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Swiss Club Miami featured in the September issue of the Swiss Review

Published On 9/15/2018

Read the article about the Swiss Club Miami from the Swiss Review

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Events Suspended/ COVID-19

Published On 3/17/2020

Following instructions from Miami Dade County (https://www.miamidade.gov/global/initiatives/coronavirus/home.page) and the Florida Department of Health (http://www.floridahealth.gov/diseases-and-conditions/COVID-19/) the Swiss Club Miami is taking the following measures:
- Cancelling out recurrent events, such as the Stammtisch, Book Club and Jass Plausch, for the month of March and April
- Postponing our 2020 Picnic to late summer or beginning of fall
- Postponing our 2020 Golf Tournament to a later date

We regret missing the opportunity to gather with our members and friends, but are committed to the safety of all and the contention of this virus.

Once this situation is under control and the authorities deem it to be safe we will resume the 2020 events.

Please stay safe.
Swiss Club Miami Board

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Swiss Miami Open 2020

Published On 2/4/2020

Last year, the 1st Swiss Miami Golf Open took place at the picturesque Biltmore Golf Club, co-organized by the Swiss Club Miami and the Swiss-American Chamber of Commerce. 36 participants enjoyed a beautiful day amongst friends and passionate golfers.
For 2020 the Swiss Club Miami and the Florida Chapter of the Swiss American Chamber of Commerce are planning the 2nd edition of our joint annual Golf Tournament for the Swiss community and Friends of Switzerland in South Florida!
The event will take place at the spectacular Crandon Golf Course in key Biscayne on Sunday May 3rd, 2020 starting at 8 am followed by a buffet luncheon and the award ceremony.
In addition, we are planning a “warm-up get together” Happy Hour on Saturday, May 2nd for our sponsors and participants!
Crandon Golf is a championship 18-hole golf course located on the island paradise of Key Biscayne. The course is considered one of the most beautiful and difficult in south Florida.

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