Europe
Switzerland immigration guide
Explore 2 immigration pathways to Switzerland, with official processing times, costs and requirements for each route.
At a glance
- Region
- Europe
- Official language
- Data being updated
- Currency
- CHF
- Popular visas
- L Permit, B Permit, C Permit
- Pathways listed
- 2
Work
🇨🇭 Switzerland
B Permit (Residence)
The Swiss B Permit (Residence) is a long-term residence permit for foreigners, typically tied to work, study, or family reunification. For work purposes, it requires a job offer from a Swiss employer and proof that the position could not be filled by a Swiss or EU/EFTA national.
WorkModerate
- Processing
- Data being updated
- Est. cost
- Data being updated
🇨🇭 Switzerland
L Permit (Short-term)
The Swiss L Permit (Short-term) is for foreigners taking up temporary work or training in Switzerland, typically valid for up to one year and renewable for a maximum of two years, tied to a specific employer and position.
WorkModerate
- Processing
- Data being updated
- Est. cost
- Data being updated
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