How to be able to work in Switzerland if you're from another country | My experience + resources
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- How to get a residency permit for Switzerland? Is it difficult to be able to work in Switzerland if you're from the US, India or Europe? In today's video I will talk about how to get a Swiss work permit for both Europeans and Non-Europeans. Keep watching if you've always wanted to move to Switzerland and get a job there!
T I M E S T A M P S :
0:55 - The process for EU citizens
1:51 - Different types of residency permits
2:50 - Options for Non-EU citizens
3:46 - Compulsory health insurance
R E S O U R C E S :
Isabelle Litzler's video on Swiss work permits for Non-Europeans:
• How do I get a work pe...
Information for Europeans:
www.ch.ch/en/working-switzerl...
Swiss health insurance explained:
www.expatica.com/ch/healthcar...
Comparison of Swiss health insurance providers with prices:
en.comparis.ch/krankenkassen/...
O T H E R C O N T E N T F R O M M E Y O U M I G H T L I K E :
► A day in my life as a software engineer in Zurich, Switzerland
• Day in the life of a s...
► I quit my job in Switzerland to move to an island and live the life of my dreams:
• I quit my job to live ...
► A day in my life as a fully remote software engineer - first week of my new job:
• A Day In The Life of a...
► Answering YOUR questions about working for a fully remote company:
• Software Engineer Answ...
► Get to know me Q&A:
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All the best for your future plans,,, I believe you are giving a true information... And I wish , your channel would get greater support. Love from India ❤️
Short and sweet! Thanks for the info
That was so straightforward and well-explained! Thank you!! :)
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Thank you for your kind comment, I really appreciate it! I'm glad you found the video helpful 😊
@@iris-tabea hi love this content what about usa citizen
Great video with valuable information! Thank you
Very good presentation of visa issues for employment in Switzerland for non-Swiss workers. You may want to add the "intra-company" visas that are available for people who have worked for a company outside the EU for at least one year and are transferred to their fully owned Swiss subsidiary - provided they can proof that they have special skills that are needed to transfer knoweldge from the "Mother Company" to the Swiss subsidiary.
Best of luck in your new endeavors
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Mam, feeling better to hear you.
Hello , Thanks for sharing this video very interesting and informative ❤
Hi there! Thanks a lot for commenting, I'm glad you enjoyed it 😊
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Your English is very good, Iris.
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Fortunately I recovered the EU citizenship in 2006 having a passport from Slovakia. The situation that I faced in my work search in Germany 2009 was a shameful experience. I decided in 2014 to include the information in my profile of LinkedIn about the shameful experience in Germany because there are no words to justify the legal uncertainty, scorn and corruption that I experienced in Germany by the government authorities. Switzerland is the only country in Europe that guarantees respect and legal certainty following the laws. I speak Hochdeutsch as native pronunciation and my secondary languages are Spanish and English. Thanks Iris very much for the information.
Sweden too
I had no idea that working in Deutschland was such a mess. I tought it was easy for a EU citizen. Gracias por la información.
I read software engineers make the most in Switzerland followed by Germany, I hope to live in Europe one day. I'm worried about learning another language though.
well it will be easy to learn it tho the problem is just getting there!!!
Luxembourg is second after switzerland and then germany (within EU) US they also make alot more then in germany. There is a big difference between switzerland and germany tho. you can make about twice as much in switzerland
@a.savior4567 it depends alot on Sector/Company i believe. Im at 64k right now working for a LU company and have more senior colleagues making 75. But i'd believe, the banks and fang companies in LU would be paying alot more
Where are you now
@@BarbaraBaandi-sg3mr USA
Hello, great video and useful information! I'm planning myself to do the same move (I am an EU citizen with many years of experience in software development). Was wondering if you could please help me with some details like how the interviewing process went? Is there one discussion or several (if so, what types)? Is it more focused on theory or more hands on? Or any other things you found interesting when applying for software developer positions. Thank you!
Thanks yes it was interesting
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Hi Iris, thanks for this! Do you have any tips for the type of document you'd need for a B permit if you live with a friend or family when you first move?
Thank you sis very informative video
I'm glad you liked it! Thanks for commenting ☺️
@@iris-tabea welcome 🙏
Thank you so much!
You're welcome, I'm glad the video helped you :)
sometimes it seems that foreigners have an easier time finding jobs than us returning Swiss from abroad.
thank you so muchj
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Thanks for the good content.
Hi there! Thank you for watching 😊 I really appreciate your comment!
@@iris-tabea Hi Tabea, I have been working on Microsoft Technologies since last 8 years in India. Could you please suggest me that how can I get a job in Swiss and work visa.
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Am also trying to move to Switzerland from uganda.Am ajournalist but thank u very much dia
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Hi Iris,can you please make a video on remote opportunities in switzerland for a person from india.Thank you
Hello nice sister Iris ,thanks
This is super helpful! I’m curious about more specifics in terms of attracting the attention of Swiss companies with my resume/CV amongst other questions. I’d love to ask you some specifics if you’re open to it! Totally understand if you’re not. My wife and I have looked loosely at moving to Europe for some time now. We’re from the U.S. and we’re looking for just a bit of a different pace of life. I work in Tech and my Wife works in finance. It’s hard to know where to even start with all of this!
Hey there :) I'm glad the video was helpful! Sure, shoot your questions :) I don't know if I will be able to answer all of them because as a European citizen the regulations are different but let's see!
In terms of attracting the attention of companies, just send your resume/CV to some companies you find interesting. I also heard that in Switzerland, if you are looking for a job, the services of employment agencies don't cost you any money - they will match you with companies that could be a good fit and if they decide to employ you, the company pays the employment agency for their services. (I've heard that from multiple friends who work in HR but better double check on that just to be sure).
Do you speak German? In case you don't, I just quickly want to mention that you should not be discouraged by that, most Tech companies have international teams with people from all over the world. In my previous job, the company language was English :)
I know that most tech companies in Switzerland are struggling to find people so don't be shy and just give it a try by sending them your CV!
By the way, Zurich is probably the best place for jobs in finance as it is considered the financial capital of Switzerland :) Huuuge number of FinTech companies there!
@@iris-tabea That's super good to know! I don't currently speak German, but I just recently started learning. That's good to know that there's still a fair amount of opportunity for soely english speakers. So my biggest questions at this point are related to cost of living. How much income (in CHF) would need to be made in order to live comfortably in a city like Zurich for example? What's a typical monthly cost of a modest appartment with utilities? We'd likely like to purchase a home at some point if possible. Do you know if forigners can purchase realestate? I read somewhere that there's several limiting factors to forigners who wish to purchase realestate. What's a typically salary range for a software engineer? I'm a motion graphics and video production specialist myself, but I know here in the U.S. my salary is typically on par with a mid-range software engineer. Not sure if that same comparison could be made in Switzerland, but I'd imagine it's somewhat similar. Thanks for being willing to answer some questions! This is much more insightfull than Googling haha.
@@cameronperry8446 I wish I could help you out with your real estate questions but sadly I don't know anything about this 😅
In regards to your question how much income you would have to make to be able to live comfortably - that depends a lot on what comfortable means to you :) I was renting a small room in a shared apartment with 2 other roommates because I wanted to save money and I also didn't know anyone when I moved there. But I never looked into how much renting a whole apartment for myself would cost because for me that was never the plan :) I'm sure a quick google search can help you with that!
In terms of salary range it is best if you check out Glassdoor.com to get a rough idea what you could be making in motion graphics and video production - I can only speak from my personal experience as a junior software engineer (right out of university, 3 previous internships: 84k CHF). Obviously different companies pay different salaries and it depends on the experience level, I assume most of the time a mid-range software engineer would make more.
thanks for your great videos. If you have time how can I ask a question?!.
Thank you +1like
Can you make a video about salaries please
Hello, great video and very helpful. I'm planning to find a job in Switzerland in software development and if you're up for it, I need your help in figuring out real life scenario for me to make a life there. I have few questions and it'd be really helpful if you could answer them and help me out.
Hi. Educative video. So is it possible to use Malta permit in switzerland
For non EU How long does it take for the L permit? Did you know?
Hi there, thank for your useful information. As I am not a EU citizen, do you think I can find a job in a NGO institute/Office in Switzerland?
Thanks in advance for your response 🙏
Can I apply for an L or B permit if I am in an airbnb? or a hotel, or it is necessary to have a rented apartment?
Hi, I am from Bangladesh. I am very excited to get the job in swithzerland. but don't know how to start for an apply work permit in swithzerland
So pretty!!!
*What if my work all about computer and my English I basic*
Great information, please i have a question. If a spouse of EU country have a B permit based on dependet on Eu citizen. if they have a divorce spouse can stay in CH and keep working and his/her work permit will be renewed till PR ?
Any video on how to become Self Employed in Swiss for EU member.??? Thanks
Very interesting video, it's complete and you explain well the problems that we can face as a non-swiss person living in Switzerland. I just have a question : Where did you found your apartment or student room ? Maybe on Airbnb ?
Hi! I‘m glad you found the video helpful :) I found my room on a random local website where people look for roommates, I can’t remember which one it was unfortunately but I just typed „wg gesucht“ (looking for roommates) into google.
Hi, hope this message finds you well. i am a junior software developer and i am looking forward to move to Switzerland. I am also from the EU like you, so i have to follow similar paths like you to achieve residency. I just have some questions that I would really really appreciate if you could answer. If i move to Zurich, which part of Zurich can i get a decent 2-3 bedroom apartment which is decent in price to rent? Also, besides the taxes that are needed to be paid, what other expenses are also mandatory? For example i hear that social security and health insurance is a must and is mandatory, and i would like roughly to know how much these cost? For instance, is it the more money you earn, the more you need to pay, or the same for everyone? If so, approximately how much is it per month? Besides that, great video and hope to hear from you soon.
Hello I really love your videos and I’m gonna subscribe for future enlightenment
I would love to ask you a question
I live in italy and I’m 21 years I have work experience in electricity but I’m not a citizen in Italy I have an Italian permit but I would like to find a job in Switzerland do u think is possible?
Hey, I'm from Indonesia, and i really wanted to work there in Switzerland as a python developer, can i?
new subscriber here. .may i ask miss??if i come in switzerland by tourist visa..n decide to work there suddenly..can i apply work permit while im inside switzerland??
Please help me out bse am Am an Africa not from the EU so it might be difficult for me to axcess one but i want to come to relocate to Switzerland.
How s the scope in switzerland as acca?
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mem i heave italian work permit of two years how how can i work in switzerland
Great video iam from srilankan one of my friend in switzerland he say he will fine for me job how i will do apply visa proses ?thank you
You are beautiful. I heard there is a 1% tax based off your wealth for anyone wanting to become a resident in Switzerland, so if you worth $2m, it's $20,000 a year tax. I want to retire to Europe. I did like Austria but I hear it's getting a little restrictive. I also saw a video that housing in Zurich is hard to find and expensive. Thank you for your video.
am from India .if I get L work permit from my current employer..can my wife also get work permit to work legally in Switzerland
Am looking for mechanical design engineering jobs in switzerland.
I have 8 years of relevant experience.
Any suggestions are welcome.
I live in syria is there chance to immigration to Switzerland because economic situation here is bad and need start new life safety and security
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Hello my name is Sam I am from Scotland United Kingdom. I am legally married to a polish citizen part of the European Union. She already works in Switzerland for like 2 weeks but is looking to work there for longer.
What is the process of my going to join the and work there.
Because she went to a office and they just gave her a family permit forum A2 forum. ??
Do I have to have a visa before I arrive on Switzerland and then when I get there my boss applies for a work permit in my name. Could you please explain the process and timelines when I could start work.
Thanks Sam
Hi im malaysia and i love to enter Switzerland is it i can work there and live there forever?
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Inshallaha thank you for your help and advice madam please tell me about the medical jobs bsc neoroscience job opportunities in in the next few years
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Hello Iris Iʼm from Uzbekistan. I can speak English so Iʼm going to Switzerland in order to work. Can you give me any advice To work somewhere?
Is it possible go to uk by Switzerland B permit?
I wanna move there as well am European
I will be a veterinary doctor after 2 yrs from India..what is it's opportunity in Switzerland??Do you know any vet docs practicing there?Plz reply 🙏
Good evening madam. i am a teacher in Ghana, can i move to switzerland as a teacher.
Is there any possibility to get job when I come as tourist
How to going to Switzerland to workperment?
What if I'm from Africa, is it that hard to get into the Switzerland.
hello namaste from nepal.l don't have any skill but I want to get job in switzerland .plz there is any possible for
How can I call for help me to migrate there
Hello, thks for the nice videos :).I am an EU citizen planning to move to Switzerland and I have a simple question: How long does it take to get the residence permit with presumably having the job offer from employer and the rest of compulsory documents.Also, can you start working while you are waiting for the Residence permit or do you get residence permit the same day you applied? Thks a lot in advance.
Hey there! You will get the residence permit the same day you apply for it, the process of showing the officials your work contract, rental contract and passport literally takes 10 minutes. It takes a couple days until you get the actual card though, but in the meantime you have a confirmation in paper form.
Even if you don't apply for the residence permit right away, you technically are allowed to start working already. EU-citizens can stay in Switzerland for 3 months visa free.
The only thing that might stand in your way is the fact that often, companies will ask for your swiss social security number, which you will not be able to provide unless you already have the residency permit and health insurance. I guess it depends on the company you work for if you can start working without it already. My company said it was fine and I should just let them know as soon as I get my social security number.
@@iris-tabea Thank you very much for the detailed explanation, much appreciated. It's clear now to me what I am supposed to do.:))
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@@milicsochannel you go to hell, not Switzerland.
Yes Swiss
I'm living in Italy.I want start work in Switzerland . I have permanent residency EU card of Italia.can I start on this base thanks
Everyone makes a video on Process which is OK, but very important to find/get a job ....Can you make a video / help to find a job which is very very important
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Hey sis, i am a non-eu citizen. I live in uk..doing my masters degree..after that i will get post study work for 2 years. Can u tell me as a finance student can i get a job in Switzerland easily with that job experience? Pls dear...read my msg n pls reply..
If you are a EU citizen the process should be quite smooth
For non EU you better be highly skilled and have an employer to sponsor you
Tip: it's very expensive here
Whatever you think is a good wage, double or even triple it to live in Switzerland
Hello, i'm interested in becoming a psychologist and working in Switzerland. If i were to come there for my masters and learn one of the official languages, do you think i have a chance? Are psychologists in demand there? Do you know if there're non eu psychologists there? Please let me know if you can, it would be very helpful for me, thank you.
hello am ramzi from lebanon, preparing my docement for ausbildung visa switzerland can you help me plz to find my goal
Hi Iris! Thank you for the video! I'm a non-EU citizen (Colombian) living in Austria and working as software developer, and currently looking for a job in Switzerland. Would you recommend any specific Canton(s) which are more flexible by giving the work permit? And do u know specific companies which would help non-EU citizens with the work permit? Thanks in advance! By the way, from which part of Austria do u come from?
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I think Australia is good too, why do you wanna leave??
@@estherike4536He said Austria, not Australia
Hello, I would like to ask regarding on the Ermächtigung zur Visumerteilung processing. Are you familiar with that? Because I will do my Thesis with a company but I need to apply that for the authorization of visa. I'm a student from Germany.
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Eu Citizen how move to Switzerland
Its not just that, Switzerland stays neutral and is not part of the EU.
And I'm looking for an outdoor job, like on a farm or tourist guide etc...
What about if im Murican!!!!
My dear, thank you for the beautiful video. I want you to help me go to the Swiss business. I work with me for all the agricultural work, and I want to go to Switzerland. Are you workers?
Hello I’m subid I want to jump to Switzerland could you help me??
I need your help
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Hello, dear Iris, could you please tell me what are the 5 or 10 characteristics that one should consider when choosing a canton? Aiming to get residency and in the future a Swiss passport for a doctor
And among these German-speaking cantons, which one is suitable for an Iranian to at least enter there?
For example, the components that I know myself; Lower taxes, easier to give B residence, and easier to convert to C residence and cheaper food and health care available... Consider that I have a Blue Card and permanent residence in Germany and registered as a MD., my first goal is to get C residence in Switzerland. And my final goal is, the Swiss red passport, and living in Swiss.
Thanks
Here's a subjective ranking from perceived easy to hard about cantons, which l knew them:
Appenzell Innerrhoden: This canton is often considered to have a straightforward naturalization process, especially if you have lived there for a long time and integrated into the local community.
Appenzell Ausserrhoden: Similar to its sister canton, Appenzell Ausserrhoden is also known for having a relatively straightforward naturalization process compared to larger cantons.
Schwyz: Schwyz is known to have a relatively straightforward naturalization process for those who have been living there for a substantial period and meet the integration requirements.
Glarus: Glarus is another canton with a naturalization process that is perceived to be less complex than some larger cantons.
Uri: Uri is a smaller canton, and naturalization procedures may be more straightforward compared to larger urban cantons.
Obwalden: Obwalden, being a smaller canton, may have a simpler naturalization process compared to larger ones.
Nidwalden: Nidwalden is also known for having a relatively straightforward naturalization process for eligible applicants.
Appenzell: Both Appenzell Innerrhoden and Appenzell Ausserrhoden are considered to have simple processes, but some sources suggest Innerrhoden might be slightly easier.
Basel-Stadt: Basel-Stadt may have a straightforward process, especially for long-term residents who have integrated well.
Schaffhausen: Schaffhausen is known to have reasonable naturalization procedures compared to some larger cantons.
Thurgau: Thurgau's naturalization process is generally considered manageable.
Fribourg (Freiburg): Fribourg's naturalization process might have some specific requirements, but it's generally regarded as reasonable.
Solothurn: Solothurn's naturalization process is perceived to be somewhat more involved compared to some smaller cantons.
Basel-Landschaft: Basel-Landschaft may have a slightly more complex process compared to Basel-Stadt.
Aargau: Aargau's naturalization process might involve more requirements compared to some smaller cantons.
Zug: Zug's naturalization process may have more requirements compared to some smaller cantons.
St. Gallen: St. Gallen may have a somewhat more involved naturalization process compared to smaller cantons.
Bern (Berne): As one of the larger cantons, Bern's naturalization process might involve more documentation and requirements.
Zürich (Zurich): As one of the largest and most populous cantons, Zurich's naturalization process may have more requirements and take longer to complete compared to smaller cantons.
Graubünden (Grisons): Graubünden's naturalization process can be more complex due to its unique multilingual character and additional requirements for language proficiency.
Hi there! I’m really sorry but unfortunately I have absolutely no idea, I haven’t even been to a lot of other cantons except Zurich and I also don’t know this information about them 😅 You seem to know a lot more about them than I do!
Hello lris I hope you are good there ...I am als o software development would like to do job there ... What are the skill needed to get job there .. I would like to work there....I am from india ...it is very nice to see you as in the Same profession here .. I would like to discuss with you some professional things it will 😊 great to share knowledge ..Thanks 😊 for provide information in this vedio .. 😊
Hi am Sebastian.. it's a nice video. 👌 my wife she started to work in germany as a nurse for last 3 months. Is it possible for her to apply for a job visa in German speaking area of Switzerland. Thanks
Maybe this might help you: visaguide.world/europe/switzerland-visa/long-stay/work/
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What do you do after 5 years once your contract to live in Switzerland ends?
I believe if everything goes well you can renew it
I'm a srilankan woman. Plz help me to find a job in Switzerland.
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Can i come and work in switzerland as non eu citizen if i have EU permanent residence card??
yes