Work permit for third-country nationals

Foreign nationals who wish to work in Switzerland require a permit. Read our article to find out what requirements must be met under the Foreign Nationals Act (FNA) for people from third countries to be granted a permit. People from third countries (non-EU/EFTA) who wish to reside in Switzerland for the purpose of gainful employment require a permit regardless of the length of their stay. Foreign nationals may be granted a permit if:

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