Residence permit for students admitted to a recognised Swiss educational institution. Permits are generally granted for one year and renewed annually until studies are completed, provided the conditions continue to be met.
International students (including non-EU/EFTA nationals) accepted onto a course at a recognised Swiss school or university.
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It is tied to the duration of your studies and is renewed each year as long as you remain enrolled, make satisfactory progress, and can prove sufficient funds.
The student permit is for students admitted to a recognised Swiss educational institution; it is generally granted for one year and renewed annually until studies are completed, provided the conditions continue to be met.
Yes. You must show sufficient financial means to cover your living costs and studies so you do not need to rely on social assistance.
Yes, but limited: up to 15 hours per week during term, starting no earlier than six months after your course begins, and the university must confirm it won't delay your studies.
Yes. Third-country graduates of a Swiss higher-education institution get six months from the end of their course to look for work.
It does not convert automatically -- as a third-country graduate you (and your employer) must meet the qualified-worker conditions for an L or B work permit.
Yes, but only if the internship is an integral part of your study programme; you still need a permit allowing that gainful employment.