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6. Visas, residence and work permits. Switzerland’s prosperity is partly due to the immigration of foreign workers. Not only do they boost the economy, they also enrich the culture. Thanks to the free movement of persons between Switzerland and the EU, EU/EFTA citizens can now remain in Switzerland without a lot of red tape. In the labor market they have the same rights as Swiss workers. For people from other countries who wish to work and live in Switzerland, certain provisions apply. Entering and living in Switzerland consulate can only issue the visa if the Swiss federal or cantonal office in charge has granted approval to do so. The type of visa and the documents required depend on the purpose of the stay. Permit and visa requirements by nationality www.bfm.admin.ch Search under: Visa Languages: German, English, French, Italian www.bfm.admin.ch Link: Topics/Entry Languages: German, English, French, Italian 6.1 Entering the country and visas. Generally a valid travel document recognized by Switzerland is sufficient to enter the country. Only citizens of certain countries require an entry visa for stays of up to three months. A visa is generally required for longer stays. The Federal Office for Migration publishes the latest requirements on its homepage. 6.1.1 Visa regulations Foreigners who require a visa must obtain an entry visa from the Swiss consulate where they live before they enter Switzerland. The One of the visa requirements is that applicants must prove that they have enough funds available or can legally obtain them to pay for living expenses during their trip through or stay in Switzerland. The Swiss consulate may require the submission of a letter of sponsorship before it issues the visa if the applicant does not have sufficient funds or if there is some doubt on this point. The relevant authorities will require that travel insurance be concluded regardless of whether a letter of sponsorship has been submitted. The minimum coverage for this insurance is EUR 30,000. Swiss consulates abroad www.eda.admin.ch Link: Representations Languages: German, English, French, Italian 48 Handbook for Investors 2010
Fig. 19: Do I need a visa? I would like to travel to Switzerland. Do I need a visa? No Are you a citizen of one of the following countries? EU-25, EFTA, Andorra, Brunei, Japan, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, New Zealand, San Marino, Singapore, Vatican City Yes Are you a citizen of one of the following countries? Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Israel, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Romania, South Korea, St. Kitts and Nevis, Uruguay, US, Venezuela Yes No No Will you be staying more than three months? Do you plan to work? Yes You do not need a visa. Welcome to Switzerland! Yes No No For more than eight days per calendar year? Yes You do not need a visa. Welcome to Switzerland! No In one of the following industries? Construction and construction-related sectors, gastronomy, commercial and residential cleaning services, surveillance and security services, erotic services Yes You need a visa. Please contact the Swiss consulate in your area for more detailed information. www.eda.admin.ch Search under: Representations 6.1.2 Visa regulations for certain countries Fig. 20: Visa regulations for certain countries Country Visa required for a stay of up to 3 months Visa required for a stay of over 3 months Exceptions/comments Brazil No (V1) Yes V1 Work visa requirement: • construction and construction-related sectors, gastronomy, commercial and residential cleaning services, surveillance and security services and erotic services China Yes (V) Yes V Third-country nationals with a valid long-term residence permit from a Schengen member state along with a recognized travel document do not require a visa. Handbook for Investors 2010 49
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