Switzerland - Family & Partner - Family Reunification - Third Country National
Third-country nationals with a permanent residence permit are entitled to have their children and spouse join them. Persons with an annual residence permit have no entitlement. The cantonal immigration authorities can, however, authorise family reunification if third-country nationals with an annual residence permit can provide evidence of suitable accommodation, adequate income and stability (i.e. evidence that the person's stay in Switzerland has not led to any complaints). Spouses and children of Swiss nationals and persons holding a permanent residence permit or a residence permit may be self-employed or gainfully employed throughout Switzerland. The FOM provides information on family reunification, and the cantonal immigration authorities provide information on permit procedures.