EU/EFTA free movement – employed or self-employed (Aufenthaltsbewilligung EU/EFTA mit Erwerbstätigkeit)

EU/EFTA free movement – employed or self-employed is a residence route in Switzerland (EU / EFTA 自由流動). Employment contract ≥1 yr (B, 5 yrs) or <1 yr (L); self-employed must show effective, viable business (AHV registration, business plan, accounts). No quotas for EU/EFTA. Family of any nationality may join. Gov fees ~CHF 400 (family of 3).

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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

Worldwide; foreign employees with gross salary <CHF 120k taxed at source

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.

類別EU / EFTA 自由流動
投資—
費用(家庭)CHF 400
收入 / 年—
資產—
最低居住0
永居5
入籍10
工作yes
申請資格EU/EEA/CH only
稅收Worldwide; foreign employees with gross salary <CHF 120k taxed at source
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