Self-employed / company founder permit (non-EU) (Bewilligung zur selbständigen Erwerbstätigkeit, Art. 19 AIG)
Self-employed / company founder permit (non-EU) is a residence route in Switzerland (Girişimci). Must serve Swiss economic interest: sustainable business plan, new jobs/investment/innovation in CH, financial & operational prerequisites, personal qualifications; counted against annual non-EU quotas. No fixed minimum investment (cantons often expect several CHF 100k + local jobs). Gov fees ~CHF 600 (family of 3).
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 10 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.
How holders are taxed
Ordinary worldwide taxation; company profits ~12–21% combined
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.
| Kategori | Girişimci |
|---|---|
| Yatırım | — |
| Harçlar (aile) | CHF 600 |
| Gelir / yıl | — |
| Varlıklar | — |
| Asg. kalış | — |
| Daimi oturum | 10 |
| Vatandaşlık | 10 |
| Çalışma | ownBusiness |
| Uygunluk | Non-EU/EFTA (qualified) |
| Vergi | Ordinary worldwide taxation; company profits ~12–21% combined |
| Tarih | 2026-10 |
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