Work permits for nationals of third countries (non-EU/EFTA countries)

Not all roads lead to Rome – some lead to Switzerland, too. Professional support in obtaining work permits for qualified workers from a third country saves you time and effort. We’ll act as your sparring partner, helping you put together comprehensive application files and letters of justification that meet all the legal requirements. We can help companies with and without their own HR department.

Might you wish to hire an executive or specialist from a non-EU/EFTA country to work in your business in the future? If so, you need to be aware that third country nationals are subject to special entry requirements in order to be able to enter the Swiss labour market. Third-country nationals will only be admitted if various legal requirements have been met and sufficient work permits are available (there is a quota system).

As the employer, you are responsible for obtaining the work permit. You must prove that the hire is in Switzerland’s overall economic interest. Based on our decades of expertise, we can advise you on

• complex legal issues (including in relation to modern work practices)
• the current state of legislation, administrative practice and jurisprudence
• the law as it relates to foreign nationals

In addition, we are fully conversant with requirements in all cantons to do with obtaining work permits. Rest assured, therefore, that the process of obtaining the work permit for your qualified worker will be handled professionally and in accordance with all rules and regulations. This makes us the perfect partner for you as an employer, or for your HR team.