In Switzerland, the number of migrant workers is increasing significantly as the country struggles with a persistent job shortage. The State Secretariat for Immigration Affairs (SEM) has announced an increase in the number of foreign permanent residents by 19,118 for a total of 181,553 in 2023.
A remarkable 80% of these new results came from EU/EFTA countries, underlining the importance of the region to meet Switzerland’s workforce needs.
This influx of foreign labor has helped alleviate shortages, particularly in the skilled and unskilled labor sectors. More than 92,000 EU/EFTA nationals moved to Switzerland for permanent employment and approximately 75,000 nationals took seasonal work, representing an increase of 16.3% and 13.7% compared to 2022.
- Growth of foreign jobs: In 2023, the Minister of Immigration (SEM) announced an increase of 19,118 permanent foreign residents in Switzerland, bringing the total to 181,553
- EU/EFTA status: 80% of new arrivals were from the EU. /EFTA countries, which emphasizes their role in meeting labor needs.
- Employment growth: more than 92,000 EU/EFTA citizens entered permanent employment and 75,000 entered seasonal employment, which represents a significant increase.
- Net immigration: Despite 75,291 departures, net immigration increased by 17,506, highlighting the reliance on foreign labor.
- Family reunification: 46,281 people immigrated for family reunification, a 7.6% increase over 2022, and 15% are family members of Swiss citizens.
- Economic stability: Immigration plays a key role in maintaining economic stability and meeting labor market needs.
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