Regulated profession or not?
It all depends on your goal. To practise a regulated profession in Switzerland, official recognition is generally required. For a non-regulated profession, the employer often assesses your diploma.
Depending on the profession, the competent body may be SERI, another federal or cantonal authority, or a specialised organisation. For studies, the university or college decides on admission.
The usual documents
You will often be asked for the diploma, the transcript or diploma supplement, sometimes a description of the courses, employment references and an identity document. Each body publishes its own list.
Translation
Documents that are not in a language accepted by the body must be translated. Check whether it requires a certified translation and whether copies are accepted or certified copies are needed.
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These guides give general guidance. The precise requirements are always set by the authority handling your request.