Simplifying visas, so you can focus
on your journey.
• Needs be carried on the day of appointment
Completed, signed by the applicant and, if applicable,
authorization of third person.
If the applicant is a minor: visa application signed twice by legal
guardian and if applicable, authorization of third person. (Proving
the custody of a minor child, divorce papers, dead certificate
etc.)
Issued within the last 10 years and with at least 3 months
validity after the scheduled return, with at least two blank pages
Clear photocopies of the 1st page (bio data) and last page of the
passport
• Bound together with rubber band, not stapled
White background, not older than 6 months (size 35 – 40 mm in
width, not copied or scanned picture).
1st picture should be pasted on the application
2nd picture has to be clipped on the last page of the passport,
stapled or pinned pictures cannot be accepted.
Original letter with day-to-day travel plan
If the applicant is submitting the applications of his/her family,
then all applications must include a copy of the covering letter
Covering not less than 30,000 Euros and for the entire stay in
Schengen territory
For applicants applying for a multiple visa - it is sufficient to
submit an insurance policy covering the first journey
Onward and Return ticket both
Should include names of all travelers
If applicable proof of intra-Schengen flight,train itinerary or
car rental.
Confirmation of hotel reservation.
In case your Switzerland visa application is rejected, you have the option to appeal the decision. To do so, you should send an appeal letter to the consulate that declined your visa within 15 days of receiving the refusal notice. Travelling Pants recommends reapplying for a visa addressing all reasons for rejection instead of making an appeal
Yes, the Schengen area consists of 29 European countries including Switzerland, making it a component of the Schengen visa.
Schengen visas can be issued for either single entry or multiple entries. A single-entry visa permits you to enter the Schengen area only once, as specified by "01" on the visa sticker. Conversely, a visa permitting two or multiple entries allows you to enter the area twice or multiple times within the visa's validity period. The actual validity may vary, as it is subject to the discretion of the embassy.
No, Switzerland does not offer visa on arrival to Indians. You need to have an approved visa prior to your departure.
The processing time for a Switzerland visa will be around 15 working days following your visit to the biometric center.
You can Track your Switzerland Visa Application using the reference number/passport number and your date of birth. You can find the reference number on the receipt provided to you upon submitting your documents at the visa application center.