Switzerland's presidential election, set for December 9, 2026. Last: 10 Dec 2025. In power: see Federal Council. The announcement of President Guy Parmelin's resignation from the Federal Council on 2 October, effective on 31 December, triggered a by-election that will take place on 9 December 2026. The People's Party announced that candidates have until 23 October to nominate themselves as a candidate. Wiki link From Wikipedia's List of next general elections: Wiki link