Preparation and Entry
Use the notification procedure for short-term employment
For employment of up to 90 working days per calendar year, EU/EFTA nationals only need to submit an online notification instead of applying for a permit. It runs through the notification procedure of the State Secretariat for Migration (federal) and must be filed at least one day before work starts. A late notification is not a valid one. If the assignment exceeds 90 working days, you need a short-term residence permit (permit L) instead.
Who this applies to. This guide applies if the nationality group is EU/EFTA, the employment situation in Switzerland is either Employed, Self-employed or Posted worker and the contract duration is up to 3 months.
Checklist
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Set up access to the notification procedure
Online notification procedure of the State Secretariat for Migration (federal); registering an account for the first time can take a few days.
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Notify the assignment at least 1 day before work starts
The notification must be filed before the first working day; filing it afterwards does not cure the breach.
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Have your identity document ready
Valid identity card or passport of an EU/EFTA state; its number is recorded in the notification.
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Keep the confirmation of notification
The confirmation must be produced during an inspection at the place of work.
Costs
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Notification fee free of charge
The online notification to the State Secretariat for Migration is free of charge.
No total: the items depend on conditions and on your situation. A total without your answers would be too high or too low depending on the case — the cost calculation in your plan uses them.
Frequently asked questions
Who does this guide apply to?
This guide applies if the nationality group is EU/EFTA, the employment situation in Switzerland is either Employed, Self-employed or Posted worker and the contract duration is up to 3 months.
What does it cost?
Notification fee: free of charge.
What do I need to do?
Set up access to the notification procedure; Notify the assignment at least 1 day before work starts; Have your identity document ready; Keep the confirmation of notification.
As of: 08.10.2026