Permit Ci — Residence Permit with Gainful Employment (Aufenthaltsbewilligung mit Erwerbstätigkeit)

The Swiss Residence Permit Ci allows family members of foreign officials at intergovernmental organizations or diplomatic missions to work in Switzerland. Available to spouses and dependent children in shared households with legitimation card holders, it provides unrestricted labor market access without quota restrictions or labor market testing.

The permit grants up to 2 years of work authorization per contract or independent activity, renewable while the principal beneficiary maintains official duties. Processing takes 4-8 weeks; fees vary by canton. Remote work is permitted. Holders enjoy unrestricted sector access without employer sponsorship, though the permit depends on the principal beneficiary's official status.

This visa is ideal for working partners and adult children of diplomats and international officials seeking unrestricted employment in Switzerland.