Family reunification (Familiennachzug)

Family reunification is a residence route in Switzerland (Family). Spouses and minor children of Swiss/C-permit holders: entitlement; of B-holders: suitable housing, no social assistance, language registration (A1 spoken). Deadlines 5 yrs (children >12: 1 yr). C permit after 5 yrs marriage with Swiss/C holder. Gov fees ~CHF 300 (family of 3).

Planning reference · Data snapshot 2026-10

Figures and requirements are indicative database snapshots, not newly verified eligibility decisions or personalised tax calculations. A residence permit does not automatically determine tax residence. Confirm conditions, deadlines and amounts in their original currency with the relevant authorities.

Tax residence in Switzerland

Swiss domicile: home + intent to stay, register with commune; else 30 days with work or 90 days without

Resident from arrival day (pro-rata year); lump-sum (forfait) for non-Swiss without Swiss gainful work

Residence certificate: Cantonal TRC; lump-sum taxpayers need modified lump sum for some treaties (DE, AT, IT, BE, CA, NO, US)

Your previous country applies its own residence tests separately. If both countries treat you as resident, the applicable tax treaty may resolve treaty residence.

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Requirements at a glance

Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.

How holders are taxed

Ordinary taxation; spouses taxed jointly

Next steps

Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.

Category	Family
Investment	—
Fees (family)	CHF 300
Income / yr	—
Assets	—
Min. stay	—
PR	5
Citizenship	10
Work	yes
Eligible	Spouse/children (<18, <21 for EU) of Swiss, EU/EFTA, or C/B holders
Tax	Ordinary taxation; spouses taxed jointly
As of	2026-10

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