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Switzerland — Visa Routes & Immigration Options

Bern·German, French, Italian, Romansh

Visa Routes (9)

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B Permit — Skilled Worker

Employer-sponsored residence and work permit for highly qualified non-EU/EFTA professionals in Switzerland.

$1,000~2 months processing
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L Permit — Short-Term Work

Short-term residence and work permit for non-EU/EFTA nationals on fixed-term contracts of 3–12 months in Switzerland.

$440~2 months processing
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Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Permit

Permit for non-EU/EFTA managers and specialists transferred within a multinational to a Swiss entity, with no labour market test required.

$407~2 months processing
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EU/EFTA Free Movement Permit

Residence and work permit for EU/EFTA nationals under the Agreement on Free Movement of Persons, with no quotas or labour market test.

$280~14 days processing
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Self-Employment / Entrepreneur Permit

Residence permit for non-EU/EFTA nationals establishing self-employment or a business in Switzerland in the economic interest of the country.

$2,779~3 months processing
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Student Permit

Residence permit for non-EU/EFTA nationals enrolled full-time at a Swiss university or recognised institution.

$1,477~2 months processing
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Lump-Sum Taxation Residence Permit

Residence permit for high-net-worth non-EU/EFTA individuals who agree to pay a fixed annual lump-sum tax to a Swiss canton, without engaging in gainful employment in Switzerland.

$290,000~4 months processing
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Retirement / Independent Means Permit

Residence permit for non-EU/EFTA retirees aged 55+ who are financially independent and have demonstrable ties to Switzerland.

$449~3 months processing
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Business Visitor (Schengen C Visa)

Short-stay Schengen visa for non-EU/EFTA business visitors attending meetings, conferences, or negotiations in Switzerland for up to 90 days.

$120~15 days processing