We received notification today from the Hyatt-Europe office in Lucerne, Switzerland (the office is moving to Zürich around Nov 1, thus our move as well) that our visa paperwork was given the green light by Swiss authorities--the visas should arrive within two weeks. So now (gulp) it looks like we're really going..!
In truth, we didn't really expect any different, since Swiss visas for professionals in intra-company transfers are generally a slam dunk. The whole process from submitting paperwork to possessing a visa will take a month or less. We're receiving Residence 'B' Permits, which are generally issued to qualified and experienced people in specialized professions (and luckily, their spouses too). B permits are valid for one year and require annual renewal.
After ten years of being a B-permit guy or gal, a settlement 'C' permit signifying permanent residence can be granted for "well integrated" foreigners in Switzerland. The definition of well integrated has something to do with affluence, xenophobia and skiing prowess, but we don't know all the exact requirements.
The timing on the visa is fantastisch because Stephanie needs her freshly-pressed visa in hand prior to returning to Zürich in late September to search for housing for her spouse and dog!
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