- Points Based
- Most people below the age of 51 years old, with an occupation (listed on each country’s list), 2+ years of work experience & good English / French are eligible for this
- It is the most popular way of settling overseas
- Similar to skilled immigration
- Occupation must be listed on the state list
- Long term visa converted to PR & citizenship
- Very popular option for most countries
- Candidates who find a full time job & an employer overseas are eligible for this visa
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- Some countries offer permanent residency anyone who has a parent, brother, sister, uncle, aunt or first cousin overseas
- The sponsoring relative needs to be an citizen or a permanent resident of that country
- Many countries offer a temporary or PR visa in exchange for an investment
- Investment amounts can range from $50,000 to $500,000 or more



Immigrants from non-EU and EEA countries in Switzerland should apply for a family visa if they wish to bring their family members to the country.
Switzerland Dependent Visa
Immigrants from non-EU and EEA countries in Switzerland should apply for a family visa if they wish to bring their family members to the country. Family members include:
- Spouse or registered partner
- Children below 18 years
Documents required
- Passport with a validity of at least three months beyond the date of return
- Covering letter from applicant
- A letter from the spouse requesting that his or her spouse be granted a residency permit
- Certificate of marriage
- Original birth certificates of children who are financially dependent
Application process
If applying from outside Switzerland, the third-country national must apply for family reunion in Switzerland through the Swiss embassy or consulate in their home country, or through the local cantonal immigration department if applying from within Switzerland.