Switzerland has enacted new data localization requirements for organizations operating in critical infrastructure sectors. The regulations, approved by the Federal Council last week, mandate that certain categories of sensitive data must be stored and processed exclusively on servers physically located within Swiss territory. Affected sectors include finance, healthcare, energy, telecommunications, and government services.
The requirements respond to growing concerns about data sovereignty and cybersecurity in essential services. Organizations have until June 2026 to ensure full compliance, with preliminary assessments required by December 2025. The Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner will oversee implementation, with substantial penalties for non-compliance.
CGASwiss offers specialized services to help organizations affected by these requirements. Our data localization compliance program includes comprehensive data mapping, infrastructure assessment, migration planning, and ongoing compliance monitoring. This structured approach enables our clients to meet the new requirements efficiently while minimizing operational disruption and maintaining business continuity across their Swiss operations.