Swiss broadcaster SRG SSR has officially confirmed the country will take part in Eurovision 2027.
As every year since 2019, the national broadcaster will select the artist and song for Eurovision via a multi-stage internal selection.
The submission window will open on August 20th, 2026, and will close on September 7th, 2026.
The selection process will involve a national and international expert jury, as well as a panel of Eurovision fans. Similarly to the change in the composition of the Eurovision jury, some portion of the selection jury will be of the younger generation.
For the first time ever, the assessment process will also feature the use of AI-based analysis.
Songwriting camp will be arranged in the upcoming months and will take place both in Switzerland and outside.
The camps aim to connect Swiss songwriters, artists, and producers with international creatives, fostering collaboration and providing Swiss talent with greater access to global industry networks. Participation will be intentionally limited to maintain a focused and productive environment. Alongside selected invitations, an application process will be available, creating opportunities for emerging and previously undiscovered talent to become involved.
In addition, Pele Loriano concludes his role as the music manager of the Swiss delegation after 12 years.
Norwegian music producer Lasse Nymann will take his place. Previously, he was part on the team behind “The Code” by Nemo (who won Eurovision 2024)
Yves Schifferle, the Head of the Eurovision Delegation, commented:
Our goal remains unchanged. We want to find songs and artists that are internationally compelling and, at the same time, authentically represent Switzerland. To achieve this, we are continuously developing our processes – based on our experience, with new ideas and modern tools
The Regulation
Eligibility & Submission
- SRG SSR is looking for a contemporary, internationally competitive song.
- Submissions must be made through the official platform.
- Each rights holder may submit up to 5 songs.
- Songs must be submitted with the actual intended performer’s vocals (no demo singers).
- Fully AI-generated songs are prohibited, but AI-assisted creation is allowed.
Song Requirements
- Any language is allowed.
- Instrumental songs are not allowed.
- No political, discriminatory, or violence-glorifying content.
- Songs must remain unreleased to the public throughout the Swiss selection process; premature release leads to disqualification.
- SRG SSR may request changes to production, arrangement, lyrics, or length at any stage.
Performer Requirements
- Performer must be either:
- A Swiss citizen, or
- Have lived in Switzerland for at least 1 year.
- For groups, at least one member must meet this requirement.
- Performers cannot represent another country at Eurovision in the same year.
- Minimum age: 16 by 1st of May 2027.
- The selected act must represent Switzerland at Eurovision 2027.
Selection Process
- All submissions undergo editorial review.
- Songs failing quality standards or regulations are eliminated.
- Final selection involves:
- National viewer panel
- International viewer panel
- International expert jury (25 members)
- Voting manipulation can lead to disqualification.
- Results will be communicated by the end of 2026.
Veronica Fusaro represented Switzerland in Eurovision 2026.
She performed “Alice” and didn’t qualify for the final, ending in 11th place in Semi-Final 2.
Eurovision 2027 will be held in Bulgaria in May 2027