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Switzerland
Switzerland Tourist Visa (Short-term)
- Stay
- 90 Days
- Validity
- 3 - 6 Months
- Processing
- 15 working days
Government fees from ₹12,600 per adult
Switzerland Visa Types
Government fees shown per adult. Fees are set by the embassy and can change without notice.
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Switzerland Visa Requirements
Documents required for a
Switzerland visa
Printable checklistMandatory documents
Passport front pageBring to appointment
- Copy of the first page of the passport
Passport Back PageBring to appointment
- Copy of passport back page
Copies of valid UK, USA, or CAN visasBring to appointment
- If you hold any valid visas from UK, USA or Canada, include them.
Proof of AccommodationBring to appointment
- Confirmation of hotel reservations, booking a package tour, and making advance payments.
Flight ReservationBring to appointment
- Confirmation of round-trip booking is necessary.
- Should include names of all the travelers
- If applicable proof of intra-Schengen flight, train itinerary or car rental.
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Refusal NoticeBring to appointment
- If you have been refused a visa by an Embassy or High Commission in the last 2 years, provide the refusal notice and a written explanation about the reasons for refusal.
Visa of the next country Bring to appointment
- Next country visa/travel permit
- Not applicable if traveling back to country of own nationality
ITR of last 3 Assessment YearsBring to appointment
- Only ITR Acknowledgement is accepted.
6 Months Personal Bank StatementBring to appointment
- Last 6 months Personal bank account statements with Bank Stamp and Signature
Valid National PassportBring to appointment
- Your passport should have a minimum of two blank pages.
- It must be valid for at least three months beyond the end of your trip.
- The passport should have been issued within the last ten years.
Personal Covering LetterBring to appointment
- Original Cover Letter should be submitted with the travel plan.
- If the applicant is submitting the applications of his/her family, then all applications must include a copy of the covering letter.
- All of the documents should be self-attested.
Previous Passport/sBring to appointment
- If any previous passports are present, they should be bound together with a rubber band, not stapled.
Visa Application FormBring to appointment
- Visa application form signed by the applicant should be carried on the day of the appointment.
- If the applicant is a minor, the visa application should be signed twice by the legal guardian. If applicable, include authorization of a third person.
- It should prove the custody of the minor child, i.e., divorce papers, death certificate etc.
3 Passport Size PicturesBring to appointment
- The photo dimensions should be 35mm x 40mm.
- The photo should have been taken within the last 6 months.
- The background must be white.
- The photo should be original and not a copied or scanned image.
- One picture should be pasted on the application and the second picture should be clipped on the last page of your passport, stapled or pinned picture would not be acceptable.
Appointment letterBring to appointment
VFS Appointment letter
Travel insuranceBring to appointment
Travel insurance with the minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros required for Switzerland
Employed (3)
Employer NOCBring to appointment
- An original letter issued on the company's official letterhead, signed and stamped by the HR department or directorate.
- This letter should indicate the applicant's position, duration of employment, as well as the trip's purpose and travel dates.
6 Months Salary Bank StatementBring to appointment
- Last 6 months Salary bank account statements with Bank Stamp and Signature
3 Months Salary SlipsBring to appointment
- Last 3 months salary slips
- Originals and in A4 size format
Student (6)
Introduction letter of the School/College/UniversityBring to appointment
- If student and above 16 years, an introduction letter from their School/College/University.
Copy of Student College ID cardBring to appointment
If student and above 16 yearsCopy of Parents/Legal guardian/Sponsor's Passports Bring to appointment
- Copies of the passports belonging to the parents or legal guardian.
Confirmation of Financial SupportBring to appointment
- A sponsorship letter that includes comprehensive information regarding the financial support being provided.
ITR of Parents/Legal Guardian/SponsorBring to appointment
- Only ITR-V, ITR Verification Form or
- Acknowledgement of the last 2 assessment years (In originals and A4 size format)
6 Months Bank Statement of Parents/Legal Guardian/SponsorBring to appointment
- Personal bank Statements for the past six months of the parents, legal guardian, or sponsor.
Travelling with a minor (under 18) (1)
Written Consent LetterBring to appointment
- If minors are not traveling with both parents, the consent must be signed by the other/non-traveling parent or legal guardian and certified by a public notary.
- If minors are traveling alone, the consent must be signed by both parents or legal guardian and certified by a public notary.
Unemployed (4)
Copy of Parents/Legal guardian/Sponsor's Passports Bring to appointment
- Copies of the passports belonging to the parents or legal guardian.
Confirmation of Financial SupportBring to appointment
- A sponsorship letter that includes comprehensive information regarding the financial support being provided.
ITR of Parents/Legal Guardian/SponsorBring to appointment
- Only ITR-V, ITR Verification Form or
- Acknowledgement of the last 2 assessment years (In originals and A4 size format)
6 Months Bank Statement of Parents/Legal Guardian/SponsorBring to appointment
- Personal bank Statements for the past six months of the parents, legal guardian, or sponsor.
If your trip is sponsored (3)
Confirmation of Financial SupportBring to appointment
- A sponsorship letter that includes comprehensive information regarding the financial support being provided.
ITR of Parents/Legal Guardian/SponsorBring to appointment
- Only ITR-V, ITR Verification Form or
- Acknowledgement of the last 2 assessment years (In originals and A4 size format)
6 Months Bank Statement of Parents/Legal Guardian/SponsorBring to appointment
- Personal bank Statements for the past six months of the parents, legal guardian, or sponsor.
Retired (2)
Proof of Regular IncomeBring to appointment
- Proof of regular income generated by ownership of property or business.
6 Months Personal Pension Bank StatementBring to appointment
- Personal pension bank statement for the last 6 months.
Self Employed (3)
Company’s ITR of last 6 assessment yearsBring to appointment
- Only ITR Acknowledgement is accepted.
6 Months Business Bank StatementBring to appointment
- Last 6 months personal and business bank account statements.
Business Ownership ProofBring to appointment
- Submit a copy of either the Company Registration, GST Certificate, Memorandum of Association (MOA), or Partnership Deed.
FAQs about Swizterland Visas
Do Indian citizens need a transit visa when traveling to Switzerland?
Is my Switzerland visa part of the Schengen visa?
Yes, the Schengen area consists of 29 European countries including Switzerland, making it a component of the Schengen visa.