For employers & HR · 5 guides
Costs per employee, 2026 quotas and timelines for HR and global mobility teams. Then one anonymous brief for offers.
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Non-EU hires need a permit from a yearly quota, 8,500 in 2026, and the quota is rarely the bottleneck: 52% of the 2025 quota was used by the end of September. EU and EFTA hires register within weeks. Housing is usually the longest lead time; agencies report 4–8 weeks from brief to keys.
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| Fact | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Non-EU quotas, 2026 | 8,500 (4,500 B and 4,000 L) | Federal Council, as of 19 Nov 2025 |
| Quota used | 52% of the 2025 quota by the end of September | Federal Council, as of 30 Sep 2025 |
| From brief to keys, with an agency | 4–8 weeks (agencies’ own figure) | Prime Relocation, as of 24 Sep 2026 |
| Employee registers at the commune | Within 14 days of arrival | ch.ch, as of 24 Sep 2026 |
| Full-service agencies with a SARA or EuRA membership | 12 | ReloFinder for companies, as of 24 Sep 2026 |
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ReadThe top 3 full-service agencies with a SARA or EuRA membership by our ranking: verified Google reviews, weighted by how many there are, captured 24 September 2026. No agency can pay to rank.
Wollerau · EN DE
Clients mention 2 consultants by name
“We were very pleased with Sandra's support when we were looking to rent an apartment in Canton Schwyz. From the beginning, she was very friendly and sensitive to our needs and wishes. With…”
Geneva · EN FR DE
“In one word: perfect ! Barbara and the Lodge Relocation team did a remarkable work, end-to-end, with the highest level of care, reactivity and kindness.”
Lausanne · EN FR
Clients mention 1 consultant by name
“I relocated from Spain and this agency was highly recommended to me. Daphne was always available, proactive and her experience and support were indispensable in helping me find my home in…”
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