EU/EFTA free movement – residence without gainful activity (B EU/EFTA) (Aufenthaltsbewilligung EU/EFTA ohne Erwerbstätigkeit)

EU/EFTA free movement – residence without gainful activity (B EU/EFTA) is a residence route in Switzerland (Libre circulation UE / AELE). EU/EFTA citizen: register with commune within 14 days; prove sufficient means (above social-assistance level, guideline ~CHF 30–40k/yr per family) and Swiss health insurance (KVG). C permit after 5 yrs for most EU-17/EFTA. Gov fees ~CHF 400 (family of 3).

Planning reference · Data snapshot 2026-10

Figures and requirements are indicative database snapshots, not newly verified eligibility decisions or personalised tax calculations. A residence permit does not automatically determine tax residence. Confirm conditions, deadlines and amounts in their original currency with the relevant authorities.

Tax residence in Switzerland

Swiss domicile: home + intent to stay, register with commune; else 30 days with work or 90 days without

Resident from arrival day (pro-rata year); lump-sum (forfait) for non-Swiss without Swiss gainful work

Residence certificate: Cantonal TRC; lump-sum taxpayers need modified lump sum for some treaties (DE, AT, IT, BE, CA, NO, US)

Your previous country applies its own residence tests separately. If both countries treat you as resident, the applicable tax treaty may resolve treaty residence.

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Requirements at a glance

There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.

How holders are taxed

Ordinary worldwide taxation (federal+cantonal+communal income & wealth tax); lump-sum possible if no Swiss work

Next steps

Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.

Catégorie	Libre circulation UE / AELE
Investissement	—
Frais (famille)	CHF 400
Revenu / an	—
Avoirs	—
Séjour min.	0
Résidence perm.	5
Citoyenneté	10
Travail	yes
Éligibles	EU/EEA/CH only
Impôts	Ordinary worldwide taxation (federal+cantonal+communal income & wealth tax); lump-sum possible if no Swiss work
État au	2026-10

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