# Switzerland visa for Indian citizens

> Indian citizens apply for a Switzerland visa through VFS Global and the embassy. The published fee for Adult Visa is INR 9600 / EUR 90. Processing time (All visas): Usually 15 calendar days from receipt by Embassy; may be extended; submit at least two weeks before travel. Application locations listed include Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh and Chennai (9 more listed below). Sources checked on October 10, 2026.

Canonical page: https://yatraforfun.com/visa/india/switzerland
Sources checked on: 2026-10-10
Applies via: VFS Global + embassy
VFS Global: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/che/
Embassy / official site: https://www.eda.admin.ch/newdelhi

## Overview

VFS Global is the outsourcing office responsible for the reception and release of passports for short stay visa applications; applications must be submitted at least 15 calendar days before travel. Direct personal application for short stay visas at the Embassy of Switzerland in New Delhi is possible only with a prior appointment requested by email at least one month before travel. Family members of Swiss/EU/EFTA citizens may apply directly at the Embassy (appointment mandatory). Student visas for more than 90 days are submitted personally at the Visa Section, Embassy of Switzerland, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, with an online appointment.

## Visa fees

- **Adult Visa:** INR 9600 / EUR 90 — INR amount as per current exchange rate, subject to change without notice; payable in Cash/Card/Online. Same table shown for short and long stay categories on VFS
- **Children Between 6 – 12 Years:** INR 4800 / EUR 45
- **Children Under 6 Years:** Exempt

**Service fee:** INR 3100/- per applicant (inclusive of SGST 9% and CGST 9%). Optional: Courier INR 930, SMS INR 450, Premium Lounge INR 4600 (excluding Jaipur, Kolkata, Jalandhar), Combo (SMS + Courier Return) INR 1,250

## Documents required

### All applicants

- Valid national passport issued within the last 10 years, at least 3 months validity after scheduled return, at least two blank pages (handwritten passports not accepted)
- 1 passport size picture pasted on the application form
- Visa application form completed and signed (authorization of third person if applicable; minors signed by legal guardian/s)
- Authorization form (mandatory for all applicants along with the application form)
- Introduction letter on employer/company letterhead, signed and stamped by HR, with position, duration of service, no objection statement, travel dates and purpose
- Travel insurance from the list of approved Indian insurers, minimum EUR 30,000
- Flight reservation with names of all travellers (plus intra-Schengen flights/train/car rental if applicable)
- Proof of accommodation in Switzerland/Schengen states
- Proof of financial status (originals, A4, bank stamp and signature): employed - last 3 months salary slips, last 3 months personal bank statements, personal ITR-V for last 2 assessment years; self-employed - business registration/GST registration, last 3 months personal bank statements, ITR-V for last 2 years; retired - pension bank statement for last 3 months and proof of regular income
- Minors not travelling with both parents: notarised consent letter of the non-travelling parent; copy of parents' passport/PAN/driving licence
- Personal bank statement (last 3 months) with bank stamp/signature in original, A4 size only
- Do not staple passports together; use rubber bands

### Tourist

- Checklist PDF: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/7GsKxWSmjjpo0ODicJ0XPm/e4c4ffcfe550736cc14ae65470478369/Checklist_Tourist-EN-2025.pdf

### Business

- Checklist PDF: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/3mT5mrfpv3F6ncvlSO1wgW/0567756a23cd92297aabd10368c59e04/Checklist_Business-EN.pdf

### Incentive Tour

- Groups of minimum 50 travellers; smaller groups apply individually with Tourist checklist
- Contact Embassy at newdelhi.visa@eda.admin.ch for required documents

### Students For Up To 90 Days

- Checklist PDF: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/2tXIbNj0H8nDROkeHrgM4s/a907304918b310a333cdad1eaec73ddf/Checklist-Student-up-to-90-days-EN-new.pdf

### Visitor

- Checklist PDF: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/qiv6fgch2ebZI51pDkcL7/3e6df2c8c410ee2675a83fc654209b33/Checklist_Visitor-EN__2_.pdf
- Separate checklist for spouse/registered partner and dependent children of Swiss/Schengen national

### Work Permit For Up To 120 Days In 12 Months

- Short term work permit checklist: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/KJsNsCybKM3LomsRE6Z6b/c3e2d11c2b9391cadefea70aa1a66aa3/Work-Permit-For-Up-To-120-Days-In-12-Months-updated.pdf
- With authorization already obtained: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/54wa6kOaAbn8Bf1nwZZIWK/7265d42401801611dad842208498bd75/D-or-C_Checklist_work_permit_up_to_120_days_with_authorization-EN.pdf

### Family Reunification

- Checklist: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/2QTbxEdSFdqHuynON119zn/c341a89f2904136ad36aa46b39c9056b/D-Checklist_Family_Reunification-EN-updated.pdf
- With authorization: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/6AIuokQRBk7LaJ9ITNb0nI/d24e10b2db06d7b2d670e060b08430c8/D-Checklist-Family-Reunification-with-authorization-EN.pdf

### Students For More Than 90 Days

- Submit personally at Embassy of Switzerland, New Delhi
- Checklist: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/4YuTHU5TZREob7DwHNwGDS/81614cabb69b68922787735e0c9142e0/D-Checklist_Student_more_than_90_days-EN.pdf

### Work Permit For More Than 120 Days

- Procedure initiated by employer through cantonal authorities; positive decision required before visa request
- Checklist (authorization obtained): https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/JUptycM7jFYa90QXStYTf/1b2c0468ddba8f56e3457ca006403dfa/Checklist-For-National-D-Visa-Document-new.pdf
- Special categories: https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/6zDy4Lg3aV4PQekj9OmvZC/2345bf380f138a35eb6c6cb18699d464/D-Checklist-work-permit-new.pdf

## Photo specifications

- **Size:** 35 – 40 mm in width
- **Background:** light background (white or off-white)
- 1 recent passport size picture, not older than 6 months, colour, no copy or scanned picture
- printed on normal photographic paper
- full face, non-smiling, no sunglasses/hat unless religious/ethnic reasons
- stick the photograph on the visa application form
- photo booth available at the centre

## Travel medical insurance

**Required:** Yes

Travel medical insurance mandatory; accepted only if issued by a company on the list of approved Indian insurance companies (since 1 February 2018); minimum EUR 30,000; must cover entire Schengen stay; for 6-month/1-year multiple visas, a policy covering the first journey is sufficient

## Processing time

- **All visas:** Usually 15 calendar days from receipt by Embassy; may be extended; submit at least two weeks before travel
- **Work permit / Family reunification (cantonal procedure):** approx. 8 - 12 weeks

## Visa categories

### Short Stay Visa

- Business
- Incentive Tour
- Students For Up To 90 Days
- Tourist
- Visitor
- Work Permit For Up To 120 Days In 12 Months

### Long Stay Visa

- Family Reunification
- Students For More Than 90 Days
- Work Permit For More Than 120 Days

### Special Instructions

- Work Permit For More Than 120 Days

## Where to apply in India

- Ahmedabad
- Bengaluru
- Bhubaneswar
- Chandigarh
- Chennai
- Cochin
- Hyderabad
- Jaipur
- Jalandhar
- Kolkata
- Lucknow
- Mumbai
- New Delhi
- Pune

## How to apply from India

1. **Prepare your documents** — Gather the documents listed in the "Documents required" section — the common list plus the checklist for your visa category.
2. **Book an appointment** — Book an appointment as described on the VFS Global / embassy pages linked below.
3. **Submit your application** — Submit at a VFS Global centre or other listed location: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Cochin and others listed below.
4. **Pay the fees** — Pay the visa fee shown in the "Visa fees" section, plus the service fee.

## Frequently asked questions

### How much is the Switzerland visa fee for Indian citizens?

Adult Visa: INR 9600 / EUR 90; Children Between 6 – 12 Years: INR 4800 / EUR 45; Children Under 6 Years: Exempt. Service fee: INR 3100/- per applicant (inclusive of SGST 9% and CGST 9%). Optional: Courier INR 930, SMS INR 450, Premium Lounge INR 4600 (excluding Jaipur, Kolkata, Jalandhar), Combo (SMS + Courier Return) INR 1,250.

### What documents are required for a Switzerland visa from India?

Valid national passport issued within the last 10 years, at least 3 months validity after scheduled return, at least two blank pages (handwritten passports not accepted); 1 passport size picture pasted on the application form; Visa application form completed and signed (authorization of third person if applicable; minors signed by legal guardian/s); Authorization form (mandatory for all applicants along with the application form); Introduction letter on employer/company letterhead, signed and stamped by HR, with position, duration of service, no objection statement, travel dates and purpose; Travel insurance from the list of approved Indian insurers, minimum EUR 30,000. Plus 6 more items listed on this page. Category-specific checklists are listed for 9 visa categories.

### How long does Switzerland visa processing take for Indians?

All visas: Usually 15 calendar days from receipt by Embassy; may be extended; submit at least two weeks before travel; Work permit / Family reunification (cantonal procedure): approx. 8 - 12 weeks.

### Where do Indian citizens apply for a Switzerland visa?

Applications go via VFS Global + embassy. Locations listed: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Cochin, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jalandhar, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, New Delhi, Pune.

### What photo size is required for a Switzerland visa?

Size: 35 – 40 mm in width. Background: light background (white or off-white).

### Is travel medical insurance required for a Switzerland visa?

Yes. Travel medical insurance mandatory; accepted only if issued by a company on the list of approved Indian insurance companies (since 1 February 2018); minimum EUR 30,000; must cover entire Schengen stay; for 6-month/1-year multiple visas, a policy covering the first journey is sufficient

### Which Switzerland visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Short Stay Visa, Long Stay Visa and Special Instructions. 10 visa types are listed on this page.

## Sources

- [VFS Switzerland India - Visa Types (all tabs)](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/che/visa-type) — VFS Global, checked on 2026-10-10
- [VFS Switzerland India - Visa Application Centres](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/che/attend-centre) — VFS Global, checked on 2026-10-10
- [Embassy of Switzerland - Checklist for Schengen Visa: Tourist (linked from VFS)](https://assets.ctfassets.net/xxg4p8gt3sg6/7GsKxWSmjjpo0ODicJ0XPm/e4c4ffcfe550736cc14ae65470478369/Checklist_Tourist-EN-2025.pdf) — VFS Global, checked on 2026-10-10

### Notes on sources

- Embassy site (eda.admin.ch) not separately fetched; embassyUrl is the mission homepage
- Only the Tourist checklist PDF parsed; other category checklists linked
- Long-stay (D) fee not separately published; VFS shows the same 9600/90 table on long-stay tabs

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