Jobbatical provides canton-specific checklists, timing guidance, and clear instructions on the correct office to visit and required documents. It also coordinates family registrations, translations and legalisations, and tracks key milestones such as arrival, the 14-day deadline, biometrics, and permit issuance to keep HR teams compliant with minimal manual follow-up.

The registered commune determines local taxation and serves as the reference for social security and health insurance administration. Early confirmation of registration and permit details allows HR to set up payroll, benefits, and internal HR systems correctly.

Late or missed registration may result in administrative fines and complications with residence or work permit issuance or renewal. In serious or repeated cases, this can affect the employee’s right to stay and create compliance and reputational risks for the employer.

Employees typically need a valid passport or ID, lease agreement or landlord confirmation, civil-status documents, and an employment contract or assignment letter. Non-EU/EFTA nationals may also need entry visa or permit approval notices, as well as certified translations or legalised documents depending on the canton.

Commune registration is mandatory within 14 days of arrival and before the first working day. Failure to comply can trigger fines or issues with residence status. Without successful registration, employees cannot receive their residence or work permit card, exposing the company to illegal-employment risks.

Address registration must be completed within 14 days of the employee’s arrival in Switzerland and strictly before they start work. HR should align travel dates, move-in date, and the first working day to allow sufficient time to visit the commune and avoid last-minute non-compliance.