Moving to Switzerland
Written for applicants living in Tunisia. Family reunification and asylum routes are different processes and are not covered here.
Coverage note
Cantonal rules differ. This page gives orientation only — use the destination canton and SEM guidance for your case.
Official source: www.sem.admin.ch · checked 18 Sep 2026
Study and apprenticeships
University admission and Lehrstelle / place d’apprentissage follow different tracks. Non-EU nationals face quotas and employer-led procedures for many work routes.
Official source: www.sbfi.admin.ch · checked 18 Sep 2026