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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Extension of the UK-Switzerland Services Mobility Agreement

21 November 2022 · Department for International Trade

Proposed by Kemi Badenoch Con North West Essex

Business & Trade

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At a glance

Key points

  • The UK and Switzerland have agreed to extend the Services Mobility Agreement for an additional three years
  • The extension provides businesses with clarity and certainty
  • The agreement will facilitate discussions on professional qualification recognition

Issue summary

The statement discusses the extension of the UK-Switzerland Services Mobility Agreement.

Action requested

The UK and Switzerland have agreed to extend the Services Mobility Agreement for an additional three years, providing businesses with clarity and certainty. The agreement will also facilitate discussions on professional qualification recognition and pave the way for future negotiations on a Free Trade Agreement.

Key facts

  • In 2021, Switzerland was the United Kingdom’s 6th largest trade in services partner with £18.4bn of trade.
  • The Services Mobility Agreement allows UK professionals to work visa-free in Switzerland for up to 90 days per year and Swiss professionals to work in the UK under contract for up to 12 months.
  • The agreement is being extended for an additional three years.
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