Apply for a Service providers from Switzerland Visa

“Service Providers from Switzerland Visa – Overview
The Service Providers from Switzerland visa is designed for Swiss nationals who are coming to the UK to temporarily provide services as part of a business contract or a short-term assignment under the UK-Switzerland Trade Agreement. This visa allows Swiss workers to provide services to UK clients without needing a sponsorship from a UK employer.

Who is Eligible?
You can apply for this visa if you are a Swiss national and meet the following conditions:

• You are employed by a Swiss service provider (a business established in Switzerland)
• You are providing a service covered under the UK-Switzerland Trade Agreement (such as legal, accounting, or engineering services, etc.)
• You are coming to the UK temporarily to fulfil a short-term contract (generally, up to 6 months)
• You will not be taking up permanent employment in the UK

Visa Requirements
To apply for the Service Providers from Switzerland visa, you must provide:

• Proof of employment: Evidence that you are employed by a Swiss company and are being sent to the UK to provide a service
• Service contract: A contract detailing the nature of the work you will be doing in the UK
• Financial evidence: Proof that you can financially support yourself during your stay in the UK, without needing public funds
• Health insurance: Confirmation that you have health insurance for the duration of your stay
• Accommodation: Proof of where you will stay while in the UK

What the Visa Allows
This visa allows you to:

• Work temporarily in the UK to provide services for your employer (as per the terms of the UK-Switzerland Trade Agreement)
• Travel in and out of the UK during the validity of the visa
• Bring family members as dependants, if they meet the eligibility criteria

Duration of Stay

• The visa is typically valid for up to 6 months, depending on the nature of your work
• Extensions may be possible, depending on your circumstances and the length of your service contract
• This visa does not lead to settlement (Indefinite Leave to Remain)

How to Apply

• Apply online through the UK government website
• You’ll need to provide personal and employment details, your contract, and evidence of financial support, accommodation, and health insurance
• The application is free if you are employed by an overseas service provider, but additional fees may apply depending on your circumstances (e.g., if you need to apply for a dependants visa)

What You Can’t Do

• You cannot switch to this visa from another UK visa
• You cannot engage in any employment other than the service specified in your contract
• You cannot extend the visa beyond the maximum stay allowed under the UK-Switzerland Trade Agreement”