Entering And Working In Switzerland - What Do Foreign Nationals Need To Know?

The conditions under which foreign nationals can enter Switzerland depend on the purpose and duration of their stay on the one hand and on the nationality of the person concerned on the other. Nationality is also decisive with regard to the conditions under which a foreign national can work in Switzerland. In principle, a distinction is made between nationals of EU/EFTA states and so-called third-country nationals (non-EU/EFTA).

Citizens of EU/EFTA states

Under the Agreement on the Free Movement of Persons (AFMP) between Switzerland and the EU/EFTA states, citizens of the EU or EFTA can enter Switzerland with a passport or national identity card. A visa is not required. However, it must be ensured that the passport or identity card is valid - expired travel documents are only recognised in exceptional cases.