Swiss residence permits: differences between B, C, L and G
L: Short-term up to 12 months, tied to employment contract.
B: Temporary, EU/EFTA 5 years, renewable. Source tax.
C: Permanent — 5 years (EU/EFTA) or 10 years (third countries). Full equality.
Naturalisation: Minimum 10 years total residence, integration requirements, language proof.
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