EU/EFTA free movement – residence without gainful activity (B EU/EFTA) (Aufenthaltsbewilligung EU/EFTA ohne Erwerbstätigkeit)
EU/EFTA free movement – residence without gainful activity (B EU/EFTA) is a residence route in Switzerland (EU / EFTA 移動の自由). EU/EFTA citizen: register with commune within 14 days; prove sufficient means (above social-assistance level, guideline ~CHF 30–40k/yr per family) and Swiss health insurance (KVG). C permit after 5 yrs for most EU-17/EFTA. Gov fees ~CHF 400 (family of 3).
EU residence rights and relocation planning →Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. 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 worldwide taxation (federal+cantonal+communal income & wealth tax); lump-sum possible if no Swiss work
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.
| カテゴリー | EU / EFTA 移動の自由 |
|---|---|
| 投資額 | — |
| 手数料（家族） | CHF 400 |
| 所得 / 年 | — |
| 資産 | — |
| 最低滞在 | 0 |
| 永住権 | 5 |
| 市民権 | 10 |
| 就労 | yes |
| 対象者 | EU/EEA/CH only |
| 税金 | Ordinary worldwide taxation (federal+cantonal+communal income & wealth tax); lump-sum possible if no Swiss work |
| 時点 | 2026-10 |
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