Applying for A1 certificates and Certificates of Coverage (CoCs) in Switzerland is done online through the ALPS portal (Swiss social security system).
Processing is usually very fast:
A1 certificates are issued instantly.
CoCs take around 2–3 working days.
The key requirement is that WorkFlex must be authorized on the ALPS portal before we can apply on your behalf.
✅ What you need to do
Sign a Power of Attorney (POA)
We will provide you with a template. Please sign and return it to us.
Grant WorkFlex authorization on ALPS
Your entity must authorize WorkFlex as your representative in the ALPS portal.
During onboarding, we’ll provide you with a step-by-step guide for setting this up.
⚠️ Key points to bear in mind
A POA is always required.
Without ALPS authorization, WorkFlex cannot submit A1 or CoC applications.
Once authorized, processing times in Switzerland are among the fastest.
👉 With POA and ALPS authorization in place, WorkFlex will handle your Swiss A1 and CoC applications seamlessly.