Do I need a visa to work in Switzerland from Ireland?
Registration required
To work in Switzerland on a Ireland passport, there is no permit to apply for in the ordinary sense, but a registration step is required.
| Requirement | Registration only |
|---|---|
| What you apply for | Registration or L/B permit under the free movement agreement |
| Official information | How and where to apply |
EU and EFTA nationals do not need a work permit in the quota sense, but employment must be declared: up to 90 days a year through the online notification procedure, and longer engagements through an L or B permit from the canton.
Tourist visa requirements for this trip·Work permits in Switzerland for every passport·Studying in Switzerland
Data last verified: 2026-07-28
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