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Work and residence permit expiring? How to successfully extend it for third-country nation

Individuals from third countries are only granted work and residence permits in Switzerland under strict conditions. As these permits are issued for a limited period, the question of an extension arises sooner or later. This article outlines the most important framework conditions for extension.

Ausweg aus der Sackgasse des gewerbsmässigen Liegenschaftenhandels - steuerneutrale Umstrukturierung oder Steuerumgehung?

Der Gefahr, dass ein Immobilienbesitzer als gewerbsmässiger Liegenschaftenhändler eingestuft wird, lässt sich unter anderem dadurch begegnen, dass die Grundstücke dem Geschäftsvermögen zugeordnet werden und dieses – sofern es Teil...

EU Pact on Migration and Asylum: Switzerland's Dilemma – Solidarity or Isolation?

The EU Pact on Migration and Asylum, adopted by the EU on 14 May 2024, presents new chal-lenges for Switzerland.

Best Co-Founders Forever? Anticipating Legal and Tax Considerations for Founders of Swiss Startups (Nr. 4)

The entrepreneurial journey is full of surprises, and progressing "according to plan" can sound like an oxymoron. Nevertheless, a flexible plan helps founders anticipate potential scenarios rather than merely react to them.

This...

Rechtshilfeweiser Pfändungsvollzug im Nachgang zu Arrestverfahren

Das Bundesgericht macht beim rechtshilfeweisen Arrestvollzug und damit zusammenhängenden Rechtsfragen Nägel mit Köpfen.

Part 29: The Challenges of Achieving AI User Adoption

With powerful language models and a wide range of AI tools at our disposal, and the legal requirements largely manageable, a key challenge remains: how can we ensure users fully leverage the opportunities AI offers? To address...

Compulsory health insurance: is an exemption possible?

Hereinafter the conditions under which foreign nationals can be exempted from the health insurance obligation are outlined.

Part 28: When Media Houses and AI Providers clash – the Pitfalls of AI Regulation

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Negotiating Media Rights Agreements in Sports Part 1: The Kick-Off

What sports organizations must consider when allocating media rights – legally compliant, commercially smart, and competition-law safe.

Relocating to Switzerland without gainful employment for EU/EFTA citizens and third-country nationals

Taking residence in Switzerland without employment raises various legal and practical issues for EU/EFTA citizens and third-country nationals