Labour / Work permits
Information for foreign workers hired for employment in Switzerland
Admission of foreign workers to an employer in Switzerland is subject to authorisations. The employer takes in principle the necessary steps with the competent cantonal authorities in Switzerland to obtain the required authorisations.
The entry visa is granted only when the requested authorisations have been delivered.
Where to apply for an entry visa for work in Switzerland?
List of authorities competent for your visa application according to your place of residence.
Which documents should I submit with a visa application?
Requested documentation to submit with your application for an entry visa for work in Switzerland.
Entry visa fees for work in Switzerland
If you have doubts whether you are exempt from the fee, contact the Swiss representation competent for your place of residence by email.
Schengen and your personal data
Information regarding the SIS, registration of your personal data and the authorities or persons who have access to it.
Information for employers in Switzerland
The employer in Switzerland who intends to hire foreign workers refers to the information about work permits and the necessary steps to take with the competent cantonal authorities on the webpages of the State Secretariat for Migration (SEM).