Required language tests for foreigners when living in Switzerland

8. Oktober 2026

11:45 am - 01:45 pm

Englisch

Beschreibung / Description

Language requirements for living and remaining in Switzerland are governed by a legal framework that can have significant implications for residence rights and permit renewals.

The webinar provides an overview of what Swiss law requires, which diplomas are accepted for which purposes, and where there may be room for discussion or negotiation with the authorities.

It also addresses the risks of losing a Swiss permit, highlights cantonal differences, and explains practical distinctions between language schools and diplomas.

Inhalte / Content:

– What does the Swiss law require
– Which diploma is needed for which language test
– Where lays the space for negotiation with the authorities
– Risks to lose a Swiss permit
– Cantonal differences
– Differences of schools and diplomas
– Q&A

Zielgruppe / Target group:

English-speaking participants, HR professionals, and expats or other foreign professionals from a wide range of occupational backgrounds who seek practical guidance on Swiss legal framework and practices in Switzerland.
The speaker will receive the participant list prior to the webinar.

Kosten / Investment:

Members: free of charge – the webinar is already included in the annual membership fee.
Non-members: CHF 90.–

Kontakt / Contact: Iuliana Stapfer

Referent/in / Speaker

Dagmar Richardson
Global Mobility Manager
International HR Services AG, Zug

Anmeldung / Registration