Permit for non-EU/EFTA managers and specialists transferred within a multinational to a Swiss entity, with no labour market test required.
Estimated Cost
$407
Processing Time
~2 months
Validity
24 months
Multinationals can transfer non-EU/EFTA employees to their Swiss branch or subsidiary without a labour market test — the key advantage over standard B/L permits. The transferee must have been employed by the sending company for at least 12 months and hold a managerial or specialist role. Transfers are issued as L permits (up to 24 months) or B permits (up to 5 years), both subject to Federal Council quotas.
Average: 2 months
Path to Residency
Path to Citizenship
~12 years
12 months prior employment*
Must have worked for the sending company for at least 12 months before the transfer.
Senior or specialist role*
Executive, manager, or highly qualified specialist only.
Intra-group relationship proof*
Corporate documents showing relationship between sending and receiving entities.
Assignment letter*
Must include salary, allowances, and working conditions aligned to Swiss standards.
Business rationale*
Explanation of why the specific person is required in Switzerland.
| Fee | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|
| National D visa | $107 | One-time |
| Cantonal permit fee | $300 | One-time |
| Legal/immigration counsel(optional) | $3,000 | One-time |
| Estimated Total | $407 |