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
Panoramica
A work permit for qualified professionals to live and work in Switzerland's specialized economy
Requisiti di idoneità
Specialized skills and a job offer from a recognized sponsor in Switzerland
Restrizioni degli antenati di ancoraggio
Mesi alla cittadinanza
Durata del visto
1 year visa
Mesi al visto
5 months
Requisito della presenza fisica
Must live in the country for at least 183 per year
Disponibilità
Online application available
Assegno familiare
Coniuge e figli
Panoramica
Apply through cantonal migration office + Submit application at Swiss embassy or consulate
Domande?
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
Paesi in cui si viaggia senza visto
159
Passport Validity
10 years, 5 years for children
Panoramica
Domande?
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
Classifica generale
Cost
Based on application fee
Residency Requirements
Based on residency requirements
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Residency Privileges Length
Based on programs’s term
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Processing Speed
Based on estimated processing time
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Requisiti di idoneità
Based on entry requirements
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Program Stability
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
Costo della vita
1
Quality of Life
6
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Healthcare Quality
2
Internet Speed
13
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Human Freedom
1
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