Work permit for non-EU/EFTA nationals (quota) (Aufenthaltsbewilligung B / Kurzaufenthaltsbewilligung L zur Erwerbstätigkeit)
Work permit for non-EU/EFTA nationals (quota) is a residence route in Switzerland (Lavoro). Employer-sponsored; priority for Swiss/EU workers (labour-market test), local salary & conditions, university degree + experience; annual federal quota (~4,500 B + 4,000 L). Company directors of own Swiss AG/GmbH need the same permit. Gov fees ~CHF 600 (family of 3).
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 10 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.
How holders are taxed
Taxed at source then worldwide (ordinary) if salary >CHF 120k
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.
| Categoria | Lavoro |
|---|---|
| Investimento | — |
| Tasse (famiglia) | CHF 600 |
| Reddito / anno | — |
| Patrimonio | — |
| Soggiorno min. | — |
| Residenza perm. | 10 |
| Cittadinanza | 10 |
| Lavoro | yes |
| Ammessi | Non-EU/EFTA (managers, specialists, highly qualified) |
| Imposte | Taxed at source then worldwide (ordinary) if salary >CHF 120k |
| Stato al | 2026-10 |
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