The State Secretariat for Migration and the cantonal employment services will only process applications if they are submitted in full. The following documents must be sent as a minimum:
General documents
Application form
Most cantons make the forms available on their own websites. Some cantons allow online applications.
Copy of passport
Important for the correct recording of personal data
Precedence
Compulsory
Confirmation that vacancy is advertised by the regional employment office (RAV) and within the EURES system (notify your RAV advisor)
Copies of job advertisements published in professional journals, national weekly or daily newspapers in Switzerland, specialist online portals and social media (such as LinkedIn)
Information on other job search efforts in Switzerland and the EU/EFTA area (as customary in the respective sector)
Confirmation from an appointed employment agent
Information on applications received and reasons that they cannot be considered (RAV offices can provide the relevant questionnaires, for example)
Personal requirements
Compulsory
Curriculum vitae in tabular form
Proof of qualifications such as education certificates and references
Copies of documents in original language, as well as certified translations if the documents are not in one of Switzerland’s official languages or English
Reason for the application
Compulsory
Reasons the vacancy must be filled
Job description or duties of the position to be filled, and information on the company
Additional documents for project work
Evidence of the order (contract for work or confirmation of the order)
Project description
Implementation plan
Additional documents for contract staff: authorisation to appoint contract staff; staff and project contracts
Additional documents for business start-ups
Deed of foundation; entry in the commercial register
Three-year business plan showing intended organisation, staff development and financing (budgeting/expenses/income), as well as information on the industry related market, market and competition analysis
Salary and employment conditions
Compulsory
Contract of employment (must be signed at least by the employer; this is considered binding by the authorities), or employee transfer confirmation from the foreign employer, stating salary, expat allowances and expenses arrangements
