Extend a work or residence permit

2. Extend a durable B permit or a C permit

For whom

You hold a durable B permit or a C permit that expires soon.

When

Normally you will receive a notice of expiry one month before the expiration date of your residence permit. Simply follow its instructions on renewing your permit.

If you have not received a notice of expiry, you must send in the completed Form K by postal mail no later than 15 days before the expiry of your permit.

Once you have submitted your renewal application and as long as your expired permit allowed you to engage in a gainful activity, you may continue to work pending our decision.

Attachments

  • notice of expiry (original document) or Form K
  • a colour copy of a valid I.D.

Additional documents required:

  • 1st renewal of permit for non EU/EFTA spouses of a C or B permit holder:
    • French-language certificate if it has not yet been submitted
       
  • Renewal of B permit for non EU/EFTA nationals who are dependent on social assistance for an amount equal to or greater than CHF 50'000.- (for 1 person alone) or CHF 80'000.- (for a household of several people):
    • A letter outlining the reasons for and steps taken to exit social assistance
    • If the dependency on social assistance is due to medical reasons: a copy of a medical certificate clearly mentioning the situation
    • Proof of any training followed in connection with vocational reintegration
       
  • Extension of C permit for people (all nationalities) who are long-term (more than 2 years) and largely (equal to or more than CHF 80'000.- per person) dependent on social assistance:
    • A letter outlining the reasons for and steps taken to exit social assistance
    • If the dependency on social assistance is due to medical reasons: a copy of a medical certificate clearly mentioning the situation
    • Proof of any training followed in connection with vocational reintegration

In certain cases, other supporting documents may be requested.

Price

Payment is made by QR invoice sent with the notice of expiry or on the basis of an invoice which will be sent by post after reception of the K form.

See our Taxes and fees table

Processing times

Processing times can be consulted on this page: Délais de traitement moyens des demandes déposées à l'OCPM | ge.ch

Last updated
10 April 2025

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