Whenever a non-Swiss national is employed, the employer needs to verify that the employee has obtained the relevant work permit to perform a gainful activity in Switzerland.. If no work permit has been obtained, the employer is required to apply for such with the competent cantonal immigration authorities before the gainful activity of the employee is commenced. The cantons are responsible for issuing permits. For detailed information on the application procedure (where to apply, which form to fill out, how long it will take, etc), please contact the competent cantonal authorities.
For detailed information on application procedures (where to apply, which form to fill out, how long it will take, etc), the employer needs to contact the competent cantonal authorities:
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•ÌýÌýÌýÌý SEM – Work/Work authorisations
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•ÌýÌýÌýÌý SEM – Cantonal Migration and Employment Authorities
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•ÌýÌýÌýÌý Overview of Permits for living in Switzerland (in English)
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•ÌýÌýÌýÌý Visa-related information can be at Sem:Do I require a Visa?
Whenever a non-Swiss national is employed, the employer needs to verify that the employee has obtained the relevant
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