Working as a trustee in Ticino: requirements and recognition (cross-border guide)

Context

In a nutshell

• The frontier worker can work as a trustee in Ticino with a G permit.
• The new border agreement was signed on 23 December 2020 and entered into force on 1 January 2024.
• The requirements to work as a trustee in Ticino are specified by federal law.

Requirements to work as a trustee in Ticino

To work as a trustee in Ticino, you must meet the requirements established by federal law. According to the federal law of 20 December 2019 (LSA 2019 103), the border worker must be in possession of a G permit in order to exercise the profession of trustee in Ticino.

Permission G

The G permit is a document that certifies the possibility of working as a trustee in Ticino. To obtain the G permit, the border worker must submit an application to the Swiss Immigration Office and pay an amount of CHF 250.

Permit Requirements G

To obtain the G permit, the border crossing must meet the following requirements:

• Be a citizen of a Member State of the European Union
• Have a monthly income of at least CHF 3,800
• Having health insurance and disability insurance
• Have life insurance of at least 5,000 CHF
• Have at least 5 years of work experience as a trustee

Concrete example

Suppose a frontier worker has a monthly income of CHF 4,500 and has 10 years' work experience as a trustee. In this case, the border crosser can obtain permission

Operational details

Practical analysis

• The average salary for a trustee in Ticino is not specified in the source, but according to some estimates it is around CHF 80,000-120,000 per year, with the possibility of increases based on experience and type of assignment.
• The requirements for working as a trustee in Ticino are specified by federal law, in particular by the Companies Act (LSO) of 21 March 2019, which requires a university-level qualification in law or equivalent professional experience.
• The possible recognition of the qualification is decided by the competent authorities, who will evaluate the quality and relevance of the qualification with respect to the position of trustee.
• In addition, it is necessary to have a good knowledge of the Italian language, as the trustee will have to manage the company's activities in this language.
• It is also important to have a good knowledge of the laws and regulations relating to companies in Ticino, such as the Companies Act (LSO) and the Companies Act (LEI).
• Another important requirement is the ability to work in teams and collaborate with other members of the company, such as the president and other directors.

Concrete example

• Suppose you are a trustee in a company in Lugano, with a business management assignment.
• Our salary is CHF 90,000 per year, with an increase of 10% each year based on experience and type of assignment.
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Key points

Action

• To work as a trustee in Ticino, the border worker must obtain a G permit, which allows him to exercise the profession of trustee in Switzerland.
• The border worker must meet the requirements specified by the Federal Law on Trusted Professions, which provide for the attendance of a training course of at least 100 hours, at a cost of approximately CHF 5,000.
• In addition, the border worker must have an adequate knowledge of the German, Italian and French languages, and demonstrate a good professional reputation.

Specific requirements

• The frontier worker must have a degree in economics, law or a related discipline, and have at least 2 years of work experience in a similar role.
• In addition, the border agent must be able to manage a portfolio of at least CHF 5 million, and have adequate insurance coverage.
• The border worker must also be able to manage a team of collaborators and ensure the safety and confidentiality of customers.

Recognition of the qualification

• The border worker may request recognition of the qualification from the competent authorities, who will verify whether the qualification was obtained in a country other than the country of residence.
• In this case, the border guard will have to provide all the necessary documents, such as the degree, identity card and language certification.
• The recognition process can take from 1 to 6 months, depending on the complexity of the

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