SWITZERLAND TOURIST VISA
SWITZERLAND VISIT VISA
SWITZERLAND BUSINESS VISA
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Planning to apply Switzerland Short term visa - Schengen short term visa ?
Are you planning on visiting Switzerland but don’t know where to start? Worry not! After reading this guide, you can easily apply for your Switzerland tourist visa from India.
If you are planning to travel toSwitzerland for a short stay (up to 90 days), you will need a Schengen Short Stay Visa also known as a C-type visa.
- Switzerland Tourist Visa: If you wish to go sightseeing or vacation in Switzerland.
- Switzerland Visitor Visa: If you wish to visit friends or relatives living in Switzerland.
- Switzerland Business visa : If you wish to travel for trade , business or commercial activities.
However, you can’t work in the country with these visas. Acceptable business purposes include attending meetings, functions, meeting clients, etc.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR SWITZERLAND VISA
- Indian National holding a valid Indian passport with minimum validity of 6 months can apply for Switzerland visa.
- Individual who wishes to travel to Switzerland for the purpose of Tourism/Family or friends Visit/Business can apply visa through Travellerzdezire.
- We suggest applicants to carry Travel Insurance while travelling to Switzerland. Travellerzdezire also provides Travel Insurance to passengers at an additional cost.
Types of Switzerland visa which we can assist you in :
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Switzerland Tourist visa for Indian passport holders
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Switzerland visit visa ( family / friends ) for Indian passport holders
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Switzerland Business visa for Indian passport holders
Overview :
This visa ( Type – C ) helps you to enter Schengen country including Switzerland for Tourism / leisure purpose.
Documents required : Checklists for applying Switzerland Tourist visa for India passport holders
- ORIGINAL PASSPORT : (a) Minimum 6 months validity(b) it shall contain at least two blank pages; (c) it shall have been issued within the previous 10 years; (d) NO alteration or handwritten amendment concerning the data page
- OLD PASSPORTS if any
- THREE PHOTOS: Not more than 6-months old,40*45mm in size, white background,80% face focused , NO border, In sharp focus and clear, Of high quality with no ink marks or creases
- APPLICATION FORM: fully completed in English and signed by the applicant (or by parent(s)/guardian(s) for minors under the age of 18) (field no 37 and last field).
- COVERING LETTER: explaining the purpose of the trip with itinerary detailed location(s) and duration of stay in Switzerland .
- EVIDENCE OF OCCUPATION/ STUDENT STATUS:
– IF Employed: – Salary certificate of the last three (3) months of present occupation, employment contract and company NOC (No objection certificate)to sanction leave.
– IF Self-employed:- The applicable CIN Certificate/ LLP certificate/ GST certificate/ Udhyog Aadhar Memorandum/ Import Export Certificate etc.
– IF Student:- NOC(No objection certificate) from school / college.
- FINANCIAL STATUS:
– Proof of sufficient funds: Original bank statements of the last three (3) months WITH seal and signature from bank with sufficient closing balance and / or other funds available (pension etc.)
– ITR: Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V from the last three (3) years
- TRAVEL MEDICAL INSURANCE : shall be valid throughout the territory and cover the entire period of the person’s intended stay or transit. The minimum coverage shall be EUR 30 000. Note : Applicants for a uniform visa for multiple entries shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance covering the period of their first intended visit. In addition a statement, declaring the awareness of the need to be in possession of travel medical insurance for subsequent stays, shall be signed.
- TRAVEL ITINERARY: Onwards and return airline reservation and proof of other means of travel within Switzerland/EU in case of onward travel
- PROOF OF ACCOMODATION: hotel reservation / letter of tour organizer and / or other appropriate documentation indicating the envisaged travel plans within Switzerland / EU
- COPY OF PRESENT PASSPORT(data pages, pages with evidence of previous visa, travel)
- FOR MINOR TRAVELERS: a parent/legal guardian shall submit the following :- a minor accompanied by one parent shall provide a Original notarized NOC by the other parent , plus copies of parents passports or ID · a minor travelling alone shall provide a Original notarized NOC by both parents / legal guardians, plus copies of parents passports or ID
Duration of Stay : less than 90 days ( depends on embassy decision )
Number of Entries : Single / Double / Multiple
Visa process duration for Switzerland visa : 15 working days normal .It may take upto 45 days or more in some cases.
Visa fees for Switzerland Tourist visa for Indian passport holders : Euro 90/-
Overview :
This visa ( Type – C ) helps you to enter Schengen country including Switzerland visiting family members / Friends.
Documents required : Checklists for applying Switzerland Family/Friends visit visa for India passport holders
- ORIGINAL PASSPORT : (a) Minimum 6 months validity(b) it shall contain at least two blank pages; (c) it shall have been issued within the previous 10 years; (d) NO alteration or handwritten amendment concerning the data page
- OLD PASSPORTS if any
- THREE PHOTOS: Not more than 6-months old,40*45mm in size, white background,80% face focused , NO border, In sharp focus and clear, Of high quality with no ink marks or creases
- APPLICATION FORM: fully completed in English and signed by the applicant (or by parent(s)/guardian(s) for minors under the age of 18) (field no 37 and last field).
- COVERING LETTER: explaining the purpose of the trip with itinerary detailed location(s) and duration of stay in Switzerland .
- EVIDENCE OF OCCUPATION/ STUDENT STATUS:
– IF Employed: – Salary certificate of the last three (3) months of present occupation, employment contract and company NOC (No objection certificate)to sanction leave.
– IF Self-employed:- The applicable CIN Certificate/ LLP certificate/ GST certificate/ Udhyog Aadhar Memorandum/ Import Export Certificate etc.
– IF Student:- NOC(No objection certificate) from school / college.
- FINANCIAL STATUS:
– Proof of sufficient funds: Original bank statements of the last three (3) months WITH seal and signature from bank with sufficient closing balance and / or other funds available (pension etc.)
– ITR: Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V from the last three (3) years
- TRAVEL MEDICAL INSURANCE : shall be valid throughout the territory and cover the entire period of the person’s intended stay or transit. The minimum coverage shall be EUR 30 000. Note : Applicants for a uniform visa for multiple entries shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance covering the period of their first intended visit. In addition a statement, declaring the awareness of the need to be in possession of travel medical insurance for subsequent stays, shall be signed.
- TRAVEL ITINERARY: Onwards and return airline reservation and proof of other means of travel within Switzerland/EU in case of onward travel
- PROOF OF ACCOMODATION: hotel reservation / letter of tour organizer and / or other appropriate documentation indicating the envisaged travel plans within Switzerland/ EU .
- Invitation letter from Family or Friends in Switzerland with proof of relationship.
- COPY OF PRESENT PASSPORT(data pages, pages with evidence of previous visa, travel)
- FOR MINOR TRAVELERS: a parent/legal guardian shall submit the following :- a minor accompanied by one parent shall provide a Original notarized NOC by the other parent , plus copies of parents passports or ID · a minor travelling alone shall provide a Original notarized NOC by both parents / legal guardians, plus copies of parents passports or ID
Duration of Stay : less than 90 days ( depends on embassy decision )
Number of Entries : Single / Double / Multiple
Visa process duration for Switzerland visa : 15 working days normal .It may take upto 45 days or more in some cases.
Visa fees for Switzerland family visit visa for Indian passport holders : Rs. 7105 /-
Overview :
This visa ( Type – C ) helps you to enter Schengen country including Switzerland for Trade , business meetings or commercial activities
Documents required : Checklists for applying Switzerland business visa for India passport holders
- ORIGINAL PASSPORT : (a) Minimum 6 months validity(b) it shall contain at least two blank pages; (c) it shall have been issued within the previous 10 years; (d) NO alteration or handwritten amendment concerning the data page
- OLD PASSPORTS if any
- THREE PHOTOS: Not more than 6-months old,40*45mm in size, white background,80% face focused , NO border, In sharp focus and clear, Of high quality with no ink marks or creases
- APPLICATION FORM: fully completed in English and signed by the applicant (or by parent(s)/guardian(s) for minors under the age of 18) (field no 37 and last field).
- COVERING LETTER ON COMPANY LETTER HEAD: explaining the purpose of the trip with itinerary detailed location(s) and duration of stay in Switzerland .
- INVITATION LETTER : Invitation letter from Company located in Switzerland , explaining the purpose of visit and dates of visit.
- EVIDENCE OF OCCUPATION/ STUDENT STATUS:
– IF Employed: – Salary certificate of the last three (3) months of present occupation, employment contract and company NOC (No objection certificate)to sanction leave.
– IF Self-employed:- The applicable CIN Certificate/ LLP certificate/ GST certificate/ Udhyog Aadhar Memorandum/ Import Export Certificate etc.
– IF Student:- NOC(No objection certificate) from school / college.
- FINANCIAL STATUS:
– Proof of sufficient funds: Original bank statements of the last three (3) months WITH seal and signature from bank with sufficient closing balance and / or other funds available (pension etc.)
– ITR: Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V from the last three (3) years
- TRAVEL MEDICAL INSURANCE : shall be valid throughout the territory and cover the entire period of the person’s intended stay or transit. The minimum coverage shall be EUR 30 000. Note : Applicants for a uniform visa for multiple entries shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance covering the period of their first intended visit. In addition a statement, declaring the awareness of the need to be in possession of travel medical insurance for subsequent stays, shall be signed.
- TRAVEL ITINERARY: Onwards and return airline reservation and proof of other means of travel within Switzerland/EU in case of onward travel .
- PROOF OF ACCOMODATION: hotel reservation / letter of tour organizer and / or other appropriate documentation indicating the envisaged travel plans within Switzerland / EU .
- COPY OF PRESENT PASSPORT(data pages, pages with evidence of previous visa, travel)
- FOR MINOR TRAVELERS: a parent/legal guardian shall submit the following :- a minor accompanied by one parent shall provide a Original notarized NOC by the other parent , plus copies of parents passports or ID · a minor travelling alone shall provide a Original notarized NOC by both parents / legal guardians, plus copies of parents passports or ID
Duration of Stay : less than 90 days ( depends on embassy decision )
Number of Entries for Switzerland business visa: Single / Double / Multiple
Visa process duration for Switzerland visa : 15 working days normal .It may take upto 45 days or more in some cases.
Visa fees for Switzerland business visa for Indian passport holders : Rs. 7105 /-
Remarks:
1. Submission of your old passport with previous trips can be useful for decision.
2. Additional documents, even if not featured in the list above, may be required by the Embassy.
3. You should submit your application minimum 1 month before the foreseen travel date.
4. You can submit your application at the earliest three months before your planned visit.
5. The visa fee is non-refundable if the visa is denied.
6. A later change to the purpose of the visit is not admissible. A prolongation of the visa is not
possible. In both cases, a new application has to be entered.
We are here to answer your frequently asked question
Yes , Switzerland is a Schengen country . Germany, Austria, Belgium, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland have all acceded to the Schengen Agreement and are thus Schengen states.
An Switzerland Schengen visa is a type of visa which allows you to travel among all the Schengen countries including Austria for a maximum period of upto 90 days.
You can call our visa experts and we will assist you in completing following steps of visa processing .
- Step 1: Determine the type of visa you want to apply.
- Step 2: Fill in your visa application form.
- Step 3: Submit all the necessary documents.
- Step 4: Go to any Switzerland Embassy or consulate.
- Step 5: Make an appointment.
- Step 6: Attend visa Interview
it takes around 7 to 15 business days to process your application. However, sometimes it may take up to 30 days or 45 days.
Its good to apply 30 days prior to your travel dates.
Yes, an appointment is mandatory for Switzerland Visa in order to provide your biometrics and submit your visa documents.
Appointment should be taken per individual of family .
According to the EU, a single-entry Schengen Visa allows entry to the Schengen area only once, meaning you are not permitted to re-enter the Schengen Area after leaving, while a multiple-entry Schengen Visa allows multiple entries into the Schengen Area within the visa’s validity period (90 days total within 180-day period).
How can Travellerzdezire assist you in Switzerland visa application process ?
Travellerzdezire have an extensive experience handling Schengen Visas. Our Team will assist you in :
- Evaluate the best visa type to apply under as per your requirement.
- Advise you on the required documentation as per the visa type.
- Fill out the application forms
- Assist in getting visa appointments.
- Review your documents for the visa application
- Help you prepare for a visa interview in case one is required
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