SwitzerlandEmployer-sponsored 120-day work permit for highly qualified or specialized workers in Switzerland requiring a job offer.
SwitzerlandNotification procedure for EU/EFTA nationals, companies, and self-employed individuals to post workers in Switzerland for up to 90 working days per calendar year.
SwitzerlandCitizenship after 10 years of Swiss residence (3 of last 5) with C permit, integration, language skills, and clean criminal record.
Switzerland5-year residence and work permit for EU/EFTA nationals with a Swiss employment contract, renewable and includes family reunification rights.
SwitzerlandResidence permit for dependent parents and grandparents of EU/EFTA nationals residing in Switzerland, provided they are financially supported by the sponsor.
SwitzerlandRenewable residence permit for spouses and registered partners of Swiss citizens or permit holders, granting unrestricted work authorization throughout Switzerland.
SwitzerlandResidence permit for the foreign spouse of a Swiss citizen with immediate work authorization and fast-track qualification for permanent residency after five years.
SwitzerlandResidence permit for wealthy non-EU/EFTA individuals establishing Swiss tax domicile through annual lump-sum payments, with no employment but passive investment allowed.
SwitzerlandResidence permit for retirees aged 55+ who are financially independent (minimum CHF 25,200/year), have ties to Switzerland, and will not work.
SwitzerlandSelf-employment residence for qualified entrepreneurs with CHF 100K+ capital and 3+ years experience, offering PR pathway.
SwitzerlandEmployer-sponsored residence permit for non-EU/EFTA nationals, requiring proved labor market testing and annual quota availability (4500 allocations).
SwitzerlandRenewable residence permit for skilled workers and professionals to live and work in Switzerland, with family reunification and spousal employment rights.
SwitzerlandIdentity and residence document for diplomats and staff of international organizations headquartered in Switzerland, issued by the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs.
SwitzerlandWork permit for spouses and children (entry before age 21) of international organization staff to work in Switzerland without labor market testing.
SwitzerlandShort-term work permit for EU/EFTA nationals with employment contracts lasting up to 364 days, exempt from Swiss quota requirements.
SwitzerlandSix-month residence permit for international graduates of Swiss universities to search for employment matching their qualifications.
SwitzerlandEmployer-sponsored permit for temporary project or seasonal work up to 12 months, with 4,000 annual allocations available to qualified international workers.
SwitzerlandProfessional training permit for vocational or university graduates from partner countries to complete internships in Switzerland for up to 18 months.
SwitzerlandShort-term permit for intra-company transferees (managers, specialists, trainees) assigned to a Swiss entity for up to 12 months, extendable to 24 months.
SwitzerlandEntry for individuals preparing to marry a Swiss citizen or resident, without work authorization.
SwitzerlandFor medical treatment in Switzerland exceeding 90 days.
SwitzerlandFor individuals admitted to an accredited Swiss educational institution for long-term study.
SwitzerlandPermanent settlement permit granted to EU-EFTA and other foreign nationals after 5–10 years of continuous residence, with language proficiency and integration requirements.
SwitzerlandUnrestricted work authorization for family members of diplomatic and international organization officials in Switzerland, renewable during their tenure.
SwitzerlandWork permit for EU/EFTA nationals commuting to Switzerland; allows up to 40% remote work, valid 5 years, with weekly return required.
SwitzerlandEmployer-petitioned short-term work permit for non-EU/EFTA professionals with specialized skills, valid up to 12 months and extendable to 24 months.
SwitzerlandWork permit for foreign religious workers and missionaries sponsored by a Swiss religious organization, requiring theological training and language skills.
SwitzerlandSwiss citizenship for spouses of Swiss nationals (3 years marriage + 5 years residence in-country, or 6 years marriage abroad) or third-generation residents.
SwitzerlandTransit pass for nationals requiring visas to cross Swiss airport international zones without Schengen Area entry.
SwitzerlandBusiness visitor visa for short-term meetings, conferences, and trade fairs in Switzerland for up to 90 days with no employment permitted.
SwitzerlandEntry visa for non-EU/EFTA nationals planning stays over 90 days, requiring cantonal pre-approval and 8–12 weeks processing before arrival for work, study, or family purposes.
SwitzerlandAccess the entire Schengen Area for up to 90 days within 180 days for tourism, business, or family visits on a single EUR 90 visa processed in 10-15 days.
SwitzerlandTemporary exchange program for young professionals aged 18–35 from select countries to work in Switzerland with a job offer for up to 18 months.