Document background
The Dependent Pass Letter of Consent is a mandatory document in Switzerland that enables family members of primary work permit holders to participate in the Swiss labor market. This document is required when dependents (typically spouses or children of certain ages) of foreign workers wish to seek employment in Switzerland. The letter must comply with the Federal Act on Foreign Nationals and Integration (FNIA) and specific cantonal requirements. It includes detailed information about both the dependent and the primary permit holder, confirms the sponsoring company's awareness and approval of the dependent's intention to work, and typically remains valid for the duration of the dependent pass. The document is essential for employers hiring dependent pass holders and forms part of the official work authorization process in Switzerland.
