Work permit program for skilled professionals in Switzerland's specialized economy.
MOBILITY ASSSET SNAPSHOT
Power your career in Switzerland's precision-driven economy, a global hub for banking, pharmaceuticals and innovation
Visión general
A work permit for qualified professionals to live and work in Switzerland's specialized economy
Requisitos
Specialized skills and a job offer from a recognized sponsor in Switzerland
Restricciones de anclaje
Meses para la ciudadanía
Duración del visado
1 year visa
Meses para el visado
5 months
Requisito de presencia física
Must live in the country for at least 183 per year
Disponibilidad
Online application available
Subsidio familiar
Cónyuge e hijos
Visión general
Apply through cantonal migration office + Submit application at Swiss embassy or consulate
¿Preguntas?
Find answers to common questions about GlobalPassport™ and our services.
Are there annual quota restrictions?
What is the processing time?
Can I change employers?
Is language proficiency required?
What about family reunification?
benefits
Access to world-class healthcare and social security system
Strategic location at the heart of Europe with excellent mobility
Highly competitive salaries and strong professional environment
Online Submission Allowed
Fast Processing Time
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Low application fee cost
Países sin visado
159
Passport Validity
10 years, 5 years for children
Visión general
¿Preguntas?
Find answers to common questions about GlobalPassport™ and our services.
Are there annual quota restrictions?
What is the processing time?
Can I change employers?
Is language proficiency required?
What about family reunification?
REQUIREMENTS
Check if you qualify based on your family history
Not applicable
Personal documents+Proof of employment or Job Offer+Academic background+Professional background
Not applicable
Criminal Record: A clean criminal record is required
REQUIREMENTS
PROCESS
Initial Assessment
• Verify qualification requirements
• Check salary thresholds
• Review work experience criteria
Employer Sponsorship
• Secure qualifying job offer
• Obtain employer sponsorship
• Complete labor market test (if required)
Documentation
• Gather qualification certificates
• Prepare employment contract
• Complete skills assessment
• Obtain professional registrations
Application
• Submit visa application
• Complete health checks
• Provide biometrics
Relocation
• Receive work visa approval
• Register with authorities
• Complete workplace onboarding
PROCESS
DOCUMENTS
Passport (and copy)+4 passport-size pictures
Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)
Not applicable
Clean Criminal Record certificate is required for the applicant
Applicant must prove to have sufficient financial support to support the entire stay in the country
DOCUMENTS
Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences
Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization
Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services
Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees
Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing
Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing
Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates
Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)
Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests
Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees
Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services
Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services
Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates
Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees
Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees
Rankings
148
Clasificación general
Coste
Based on application fee
Requisitos de residencia
Based on residency requirements
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Duración de los privilegios de residencia
Based on programs’s term
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Processing Speed
Based on estimated processing time
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Requisitos
Based on entry requirements
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Estabilidad del programa
Based on years of activity
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Time to Permanent Residency
Based on permanent residency timeline
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Rankings
Safety
6
Coste de la vida
1
Quality of Life
6
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Healthcare Quality
2
Internet Speed
13
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Human Freedom
1
IMMIGRATION PROGRAMS
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