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Post-arrival checklist · q09/30 · English
Do I need to amend my work permit when changing employer?
Changing employer is not a badge swap. Both the work permit and the residence permit move with you.
Employer files: The permit is employer-driven, so a move means closing the old one and filing a new one.
Residence status follows: A work-type residence permit is tied to employer and role, and must be updated too.
New city, new registration: A different city means a different police district and a fresh address registration.
What most people miss: Leaving the old permit open creates extra explanations for the next employer's filing.
Local rules vary. Confirm current requirements with the authority before filing; outcomes rest with the authorities. This page summarises public information and hands-on experience. It is not legal advice and does not promise any approval outcome. Fees and processing times are confirmed in a written quotation.