Switzerland Work Permits are issued to people who are willing to work in Switzerland on a full time job basis.

 

Overview

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Applicants for a Switzerland work permit are divided into two groups as given below:

• Those who are residents and citizens of a European country can live and work in Switzerland
• Applicants from rest countries will need a visa for working in Switzerland and a Swiss residence permit and a job offer from a Swiss company (or intra-company transfer).

Requirements

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• Swiss visa requirements state that you must be offered a position by a company located in the country, whether as an initial job offer or intra company transfer.
• The Swiss work permit can only be submitted by an employer on behalf of someone who would like to work in Switzerland.
•  It must be proved by the employer that the provision of a work permit for Switzerland will not result in a Swiss resident or citizen missing out on the opportunity to work in the company.
• However, this Local Worker Priority does not apply to intra-company transfers of executives or highly qualified specialists who will be working in Switzerland.

Types of Swiss work permits

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There are many a short-term residence and work permit for Switzerland available if you are only staying for one year. These can be renewed once and only for a total of 18 months, for further education or similar activities.

Switzerland work permits "B" are for stays of more than one year; first available for one year and can then be extended as needed. A Switzerland work permit that falls under the federal quota system is granted to qualified specialists. Alternatively, for temporary activities, a Swiss work permit for up to four years can be gained.

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