Switzerland Eases Work Restrictions for Ukrainian Refugees

Federal Council announces measures to simplify employment process for Ukrainian refugees, including inter-cantonal mobility and reduced administrative barriers.

Key Takeaways

The Federal Council is converting permit requirements for employment into a simple registration requirement
Ukrainian refugees will be able to change cantons for employment opportunities
Unemployed persons with protection status S must register with public employment agencies

By The Numbers

S Status

Protection Status for Ukrainian Refugees

They Said

"The government wants more people who have fled Ukraine to be in gainful employment"
— Federal Council

Switzerland Eases Employment Restrictions for Ukrainian Refugees

Key Policy Changes

Implementation and Impact

Background and Context

Sources & References

Swiss government wants more Ukrainian refugees to join the workforce

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Key Takeaways

The Federal Council is converting permit requirements for employment into a simple registration requirement
Ukrainian refugees will be able to change cantons for employment opportunities
Unemployed persons with protection status S must register with public employment agencies

By The Numbers

S Status

Protection Status for Ukrainian Refugees

They Said

"The government wants more people who have fled Ukraine to be in gainful employment"
— Federal Council

Key Takeaways

By The Numbers

They Said

Switzerland Eases Employment Restrictions for Ukrainian Refugees

Key Policy Changes

Implementation and Impact

Background and Context

Sources & References

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