Work in Switzerland for a company in Hong Kong

Can I live in Switzerland and work remotely for a company in Hong Kong?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. Do you have a residence permit?
  2. Do you have a valid work permit?
  3. Do you have a valid visa?

Does my visa allow me to work in Switzerland?
The visa you have will not allow you to work in Switzerland. You must have a residence permit or work permit.

What is the difference between a residence permit and a work permit?
A residence permit is a document that allows you to live in Switzerland. A work permit is a document that allows you to work in Switzerland.

What is the difference between a visa and a residence permit?
A visa is a document that allows you to enter Switzerland.

Can I apply for a residence permit and a work permit at the same time?
Yes, it is possible to apply for a residence permit and a work permit at the same time.

How to find remote work in Hong Kong while living in Switzerland?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Hong Kong even though you are located in Switzerland. For that we have to take into account the current situation in Hong Kong, the different options for remote work and the possibilities for a Swiss living abroad.

We have already covered the topic of how to find remote work in Hong Kong in a previous article. In this article, we are going to take a look at how you can get a remote job in Hong Kong while living in Switzerland.
In this article, we will answer the following questions:

How to find remote work in Hong Kong?

What are the possibilities for a Swiss living abroad?
As we already mentioned, it is possible to find remote work in Hong Kong while living in Switzerland.
The Hong Kong government has introduced a new working visa for foreigners who want to work in Hong Kong. The new working visa is called the “Hong Kong Work Permit” and is a non-immigrant visa.
The new working visa is valid for a period of three years. It is granted to foreigners who want to work in Hong Kong for a period of three years.
The new working visa is a non-immigrant visa, which means that you can enter and work in Hong Kong for a period of three years without having to apply for a visa.

How to get paid in Switzerland when working remotely for a corporation in Hong Kong?

You can get paid in Switzerland even if you are working for a company in Hong Kong, however , it will be a bit more complicated.

If you are a Swiss citizen, you can work in Hong Kong and get paid in Switzerland. If you are a Hong Kong citizen, you can work in Switzerland and get paid in Hong Kong.

How do taxes work in Switzerland if I’m working remotely for a company Switzerland?

When working remotely in Switzerland for a firm based in Hong Kong, taxes might be tricky, therefore it’s important to know your options.

The tax system in Switzerland is based on the “3-pillar” system, which consists of the following:
The first pillar is the social security system, which is a mandatory insurance system for all working individuals.
The second pillar is the income tax, which is charged on the basis of the income earned by an individual.
The third pillar is the corporate income tax, which is charged on the basis of the income earned by a company.
The Swiss tax system is based on a progressive tax system, which means that the tax rates are higher as your income increases.
The tax rates in Switzerland are the following:
The first pillar:
The first pillar is the mandatory social security system, which is a mandatory insurance system for all working individuals.
The social security system consists of the following:
Basic income insurance:
This insurance is mandatory for all working individuals and is charged on the basis of the income earned by an individual.