Work permits in the Canton of Zurich

Work permits in the Canton of Zurich - fast and easy

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In the Canton of Zurich work permits may be applied for and managed online by means of an electronic form. A high level of data security and privacy are guaranteed. This procedure saves time and gives applicants a better overview of their application's status.

Only applications for the Canton of Zurich can be accepted.

Screening the application can take up to two weeks, provided all the documents required are submitted in full.

EU-25 / EFTA

The work permit procedure for citizens of EU-25 / EFTA States in the Canton of Zurich.

EU-2 (Bulgaria and Romania)

The work permit procedure for nationals of EU-2 States in the Canton of Zurich.

Third countries

The work permit procedure for nationals of non-EU countries in the Canton of Zurich.

e-Work-Permits

Here you can apply for a work permit using the electronic form (e Work Permit) or by post.

Questions & Answers

You will find the answers to frequently asked questions here.

Sectoral information

Specific information regarding different sectors of industry.

Contacts

Quotas and authorisation

Current information on quotas and authorisation procedures

Legislation

The Work Permits Unit bases its actions and decisions on the currently valid legislation.

Forms & information sheets

All the forms and information sheets issued by the Work Permits Unit can be found here on one page.