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Switzerland Visa Requirements for Indians

Many people from around the world want to visit Switzerland for various purposes. The country also attracts a lot of business people. Indians who wish to visit Switzerland for tourism or trade purposes can easily avail a Switzerland Visa online in India. India is one of the many countries for which Switzerland Visa is available.

Switzerland Visa required Documents for Indians Tourist / Friend/Family Visa

  • Original Passport of the applicant with at least two blank pages, valid for at least three months after the duration of the anticipated stay and issued in the last ten (10) years.
  • Old passports if any 2 visa photos not older than 6 months of the applicant, 35-45 mm and on a white background.
  • Hotel reservations or similar proof of accommodation for entire duration of stay in Schengen.
  • Certificate from the travel agency confirming booking of an organized trip or any other appropriate document indicating the travel plans. If any.
  • Flight reservation of return ticket. If travelling to several Schengen states, proof of intra- Schengen flight reservation, train itinerary or car rental.
  • Overseas travel medical insurance valid for all Schengen-countries cover the applicant for at least 30,000 Euros.
  • Day to Day Itinerary specifying entry and exit dates.
  • Covering letter mentioning details of application, purpose of visit, travel details, who will bear expenses, and profession details. (If self-employed require on company letterhead).
  • If Self Employed: Company registration proof/ Shop Act/ Partnership deed/MOA.
  • If Employed: Salary slips for last 6-months + Leave approval letter + Salary account statements for last 6 months showing salary credited.
  • If Freelancer: Contract copy / Invoices / Visiting Card.
  • If Agriculturist: 7/12 translated in English
  • If Student: School/College ID Card / Bonafide Letter + Leave approval
  • If Retired: Retirement proof / Pension Order/Pension Slips
  • Adhaar / Pan card copy
  • ITR last three (3) years (only ITR-V, Indian Income Tax Return Verification Form or Acknowledgement is accepted)
  • 1. Original personal bank statements for last 6 months with bank seal & sign.
  • Covid Vaccination certificates both doses with Passport number, Date of Birth & name as per passport updated.
  • Children under 18 years old, not travelling with both parents:
  • 1. written consent letter of the other, non-travelling parent or legal guardian, certified by public notary.
  • . Children under 18 years old, travelling alone :
  • written consent letter of both parents or legal guardian, certified by public notary.
  • In all cases: copies of the passports of both parents (legal guardian) or PAN cards or driving license.

Documents from Family/Friend in Switzerland

  • Invitation letter from the host in Switzerland :
  • With full details of the inviter; full name, address, Email-ID and telephone number.
  • The invitation letter has to be in original or a clear copy, dated and signed, mentioning names of all the invitees,the duration of stay, the relationship and the purpose of the invitation.
  • Relationship proof documents: for example copies of letters, emails, photographs together, birth certificates and marriage certificates etc.)
  • Passport copy off Host if not EU citizen Visa/Resident permit copy.
  • If Host is paying for your support in Switzerland than reference’s 03 months’ pay slips and 3 months bank statements.

Switzerland Business Visa

  • Original Passport of the applicant with at least two blank pages, valid for at least three months after the duration of the anticipated stay and issued in the last ten (10) years.
  • Old passports if any 2 visa photos not older than 6 months of the applicant, 35-45 mm and on a white background.
  • Pan Card copy
  • One copy of the pages of the passport with biographic data (in the case of an Indian passport, at the beginning and the end). Pages of the passport which have any stamp or visa
  • Travel insurance with a minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros.
  • Hotel reservations, or similar proof of accommodation for entire duration of stay in Schengen
  • Internal Travel booking.
  • Air tickets.
  • Introduction letter from the Indian company:
  • On a business letterhead.
  • Original, signed & stamped by HR or directorate mentioning your position, duration of your service, the dates and purpose of the trip and if your expenses are being covered by the employer/company
  • Invitation letter from the business partner in Switzerland:
  • With full details of the inviter: full name, address, and Email-ID and telephone number.
  • Original or copy, signed & stamped, mentioning the invitee details, the dates and purpose of the trip with detailed schedule of the business meetings or trainings (day to day schedule)
  • For conferences or training, confirmation of the applicant’s enrolment and, if applicable, proof of payment of the enrolment fees.
  • If Self Employed: Company registration proof/ Shop Act/ Partnership deed/MOA.
  • If Employed: Salary slips for last 6-months + Leave approval letter + Salary account statements for last 6 months showing salary credited.
  • If Freelancer: Contract copy / Invoices / Visiting Card.
  • ITR: Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V from the last three (3) years (only ITR-V, Indian Income Tax Return Verification Form or Acknowledgement is accepted)
  • Original personal bank statements for last 6 months with bank seal & sign.
  • Covid Vaccination certificates both doses with Passport number, Date of Birth & name as per passport updated