VFS Switzerland Visa

Switzerland is the home to numerous lakes, high peak Alps and top choice for honeymoon destination in the world. It is the most expensive tourist destination but also the hub of vacation for kids, as well as couples. If planning for your holidays, then make the bookings for Switzerland. Apply online for Switzerland visa from UK under the proper guidance of visa professionals.

Our services will help to save your time and cut the unnecessary delays in visa processing. We help in submitting all visa applications for UK residents at Swiss visa application center at the preferred center location by the applicant.

DOCUMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR  VFS SWITZERLAND VISA APPLICATION

General Document requirements:

  • One Online Switzerland Visa application form duly filled and completed.
  • Valid Passport and UK residence Permit. Passport should have at least 2 blank pages and should be valid for at least 3 months beyond the period of stay in Schengen area..
  • 2 photographs should be attached to the application form (Passport format). Photograph should be recent and should show your complete face; it should be taken on a light background.
  • Proof of accommodation like confirmed hotel bookings containing the entire details of stay in Switzerland .
  • Travel Medical Insurance with minimum coverage of EUR 30,000 for Switzerland and other Schengen countries.
  • Proof of transportation (Flight tickets/Train Tickets/Driving License/Vehicle Registration Number)
  • Copy of Return-ticket reservation
  • Travel Itinerary and Cover Letter stating your purpose of visit to Schengen country ( In case, it is a family visit, accompany a letter from host or sponsor, host’s passport copies and other necessary details with application -if applicable)
  • Proof of Income/Sufficient Personal Means of Subsistence. As per the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Switzerland , a foreign national is required to attest the amounts as stated for means of subsistence while applying for Switzerland Visa Appointment in Embassy/Consulate:
  • For a stay up to the period of 5 days: Overall amount → 269.60 €/person and 212.81 €/ two or more persons.
  • For a stay up to the period of 6-10 days: Daily amount → 44.93€ /person and 26.33 €/two or more persons.
  • For a stay up to the period of 11-20 days: Overall amount → 51.64 €/person and 25.82 €/two or more persons along with daily amount → 36.67 €/person and 22.21 €/two or more persons.
  • For a stay over 20 days: Overall amount → 206.58€ / person and 118.79€/two or more persons along with daily amount → 27.89€ /person and 17.04€t wo or more persons.

SPECIFIC DOCUMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR VISA TO SWITZERLAND:

Apart from general documents, following are the specific documents which vary and are required as per the employment status or purpose of visit:

  • Employed: Letter from Organization or Employer confirming the employment+ Current Bank Statement (Last 6 Months from application) + Leave permission from employer + Bank Statement(Last 6 months from application) or Certificate of tax deduction from salary.
  • Self Employed: Copy of Business License+ Bank Statement of Company (Last 6 Months from application) + Letter of Invitation (From concerned authority in case of Business Conference) +Documents confirming status of your employment in business.
  • Student:Letter of Enrollment and NOC (From University) + Student card or certificates (Of the course undertaken)
  • Retired Individuals: Pension statement (Last 6 months from application)
  • Business Purpose:Invitation letter(From the company in Switzerland which you will visit along with the address and date of visit) + Certificate from the employer (affirming your business travel) + Business Bank Statement (Last 6 months from application) + MOA & AOA in original certified copy/Trade License/ Partnership or Proprietorship documents + Letter of Invitation (Must state the coverage of expenses for stay in Switzerland either by employer or Company in Switzerland )
  • Medical Purpose:Medical attestation from the hospital or doctor in Switzerland ( Stating the medical situation and your date of appointment) + Receipt of medical fees + Local Medical report
  • Film crew/Cultural/Sports/Religious Purpose:Invitation letter from the concerned authority (Providing details regarding the event, expense coverage etc.) + Name of the crew members + Duration of stay along with a travel itinerary+ Entry tickets of the Event
  • Members of Official Delegations:Purpose of journey to Switzerland + Duration of stay and place of accommodation + Official Invitation along with identity Proof
  • Training/Research/Studies/Internship Purpose:Enrollment Certificate + Certificate for the courses attended or completed + Financial Sustenance
  • Spouse of an Switzerland citizen: Proof of Switzerland Citizenship of Spouse + Original Marriage Certificate (Switzerland ).
  • Transit VisaEntry Permit in transit country+ Valid Visa for destination country.
  • Minor:Proof of Parent’s Income (Income or Bank Statements) + Switzerland Visa Application to be accompanied with authorization by parents or legal guardian.

For any enquiry regarding our services or any doubts regarding the documents for your Switzerland Schengen Visa in UK, kindly get into touch with our team. You can call us on 02084323472 or email us – info@findvisas.com

Visa Type Consulate VISA FEE (IN GBP) TLS Service Charges Our Handling Charges In GBP Total Online Payabale (TLS fee + Our Charges)
Tourism/Visitor/
Family & Friends/Business
£68 £25 £224 £249
Family member of EEA/EU citizen £68 £25 £224 £249
Long stay Single/Multiple Entry £77 £25 £224 £249
Children between 6 and 12 years old £34 £25 £224 £249
Children less than 6 years old £0 £25 £224 £249

Normally, Visa for Switzerland takes 7 days to get approved; however according to the below given list, it will take nearly 2 weeks time. Hence, it is recommended that you apply for Switzerland Tourist Visa 4 weeks prior to your travel date.

The Switzerland Visa fees and the countries whose nationalities’ take up to 16 days to process their Switzerland Schengen Visa are listed below:

PROCESSING TIME: 3 WEEKS FOR THE FOLLOWING NATIONALS

Afghanistan Algeria Albania Bahrain Bangladesh Burundi Congo
Colombia Egypt Indonesia Iran Iraq Jordan Kuwait
Lebanon Libya Nepal Nigeria North Korea Oman Pakistan
Palestine Philippines Qatar Rwanda Saudi Arabia Somalia Sierra Leone
Somalia Sri Lanka Suriname Sudan Syria Tunisia U. A. E.
Vietnam Yemen Zambia Zimbabwe