Applying for a residence permit without gainful activity

Your are an EU/EFTA national

You may reside in Switzerland without authorization as a recipient of service (e.g. tourist stay) for a maximum of 3 months over a period of 6 months.

For any stay of more than 3 months, you must apply for an authorization from the cantonal office for population and migration.

• If you want to settle in Geneva without engaging in any gainful activity

• If you want to move to Geneva to look for a job

• If you come to Geneva for medical treatment or cure, specific criteria apply.

You are a third-country national

You will need an authorization for any stay longer than 90 days.

The procedures to obtain your permit must in principle be carried out before you enter Switzerland from your place of residence abroad.

Persons subject to visa requirement must also take the necessary steps to obtain a visa from the competent Swiss representation in their place of residence.

If you are in possession of a long-stay visa or a valid residence permit issued by a Schengen State, you do not need to apply for a visa.

• If you wish to settle in Geneva without engaging in gainful activity (annuitant)

• If you come to Geneva for medical treatment or cure, specific criteria apply

• If you wish to settle in Geneva as a derogation from the conditions of admission