Published on 27 July 2026

Which documents should I submit with a visa application?

• Documentation to submit with an entry visa application for work in Switzerland

  The following documents are in general required when applying for an entry visa for work in Switzerland:

  • authorisation issued by the cantonal authority (original or copy)
  • application for a long stay visa (visa D)
  • valid passport (original)
  • a recent photograph
  • visa fees

  If your stay in Switzerland does not exceed 90 days, please contact the Swiss representation.

Please see the following information sheet in regard to long term work visa for non EU-EFTA citizen

• Work visa

  PDF210.13 kB12 May 2026

• Work visa (International Organization)

  PDF204.08 kB12 May 2026

If your stay in Switzerland does not exceed 90 days, please contact the Swiss representation.

• Photograph quality

  International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) – MRTD Photo Guidelines