Change of employer for work permit holder
5. Application for S permit
For whom
You hold an S permit and want to change employer.
When
Your new employer must submit the application 3 to 4 weeks before the start of the gainful activity.
Terms
The usual working and wage conditions in the sector must be respected. Regular pay conditions can be obtained using the online salary calculator.
The employer must wait for the confirmation of the OCPM before starting the gainful activity of their employee. The authorization is only granted if the Directorate of Foreign Labour accepts the application in advance.
It should be noted that the OCIRT is submitting the employer's request to the Tripartite Commission for the Economy of the Canton of Geneva for prior notice. This committee is made up of representatives of employers, workers and the State.
Attachments
- copy of a national identity document
- copy of S permit
- completed pS form
- copy of the work contract signed by both parties
- form R completed by the previous employer or certificate of free engagement
Price
The application is submitted to the OCIRT, which receives a fee of CHF 50 to verify compliance with the working conditions.
The application can de made directly to the Protection, Asylum and Return Service or sent by postal mail.