Visa Information
Visa Types
Select the visa type that is right for you to see important information on visa fees, documents required, forms, photo specifications and processing times.
SHORT STAY VISAS
Short Stay visa entitles an applicant, who does not hold a residence permit, to stay in Switzerland for an uninterrupted period or a total of successive periods of stays that does not exceed 90 days in every six months since the date of first entry. Switzerland is one of the 26 European countries forming the Schengen Area which have no border controls between them.
In case of transit visas, the duration is authorized in accordance with the period of stay required for the transit.
- Please note that applicants under 18 y.o., in any circumstances, must be accompanied/represented by both parents (father and mother) when submitting the visa application.
Applicants who have rendered their fingerprint data in the last 59 months may opt to delegate the submission to a third party (kindly note that the Embassy reserve the rights to call the applicant(s) if the biometric/fingerprint data cannot be retrieved in the system).
Would you like to know what the Schengen Information System (SIS) is? The Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC) webpage provides you with the following information:
- data concerning a specific person who can be recorded in the SIS
- the authorities which have access to the SIS
- the rights of a person concerning the data stored in the SIS
- the right to be given information
please click here
Where to apply for a Schengen visa?
| My place of residence | My visa application should be submitted to |
|---|---|
| Indonesia | VFS Global |
| Timor-Leste | VFS Global |
The VFS Global procedure is not compulsory. Applicants can also go directly to the responsible Swiss representation to submit their applications with prior appointment booked through VFS Global.
Business
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Overview
Business visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for business purposes. This visa is given for travel period of less than 90 days This visa will be issued for business purpose only; for gainful professional activities (even if the work is not financially rewarded) you have to apply for a work permit.
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Visa Fees
The Visa Fees are as follows:
Short Stay IDR 1,740,000 Note:
A service charge of Indonesia Rupiah (IDR) 300,000 (including VAT) is levied per applicant by VFS over and above the visa fee, is payable in cash in Indonesian Rupiah or through credit/ debit card.
An official receipt should be obtained for all payments made. Applicants may opt for a courier-assisted facility whereby your passport and other documents will be returned via courier. This facility is available at an extra cost.
Please note that the visa fees are as above indicated. No other amount will be requested for the visa issuance or for urgent process for visa issuance.
Terms and Conditions:
Kindly be informed that Logistic fee and other additional service fees are not refundable once the payment is made.
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Documents Required
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here
Document required for Business please click here. Please note as per instructions received from Embassy of Switzerland, personal Bank statement (last 3 months) with stamp/signature of Bank in original needs to be submitted on A4 size only.
“Applicants and travel agents are requested not to bind two or more passports with a stapler to avoid getting it damaged. Instead you may bind them together using rubber bands.”
No other format will be accepted at the VFS Global counter.
Download visa application form; English–German (click here)
Download Declaration of consent click here
Applicants who have rendered their fingerprint data in the last 59 months may opt to delegate the submission to a third party (kindly note that the Embassy reserve the rights to call the applicant(s) if the biometric/fingerprint data cannot be retrieved in the system). Please note that applicants under 18 y.o., in any circumstances, must be accompanied/represented by both parents (father and mother) when submitting the visa application.
For application more than 1 person (FAMILY/Colleague) must made a copy of document for each application.
If you will be visiting more than 1 country, you must make an itinerary. For download itinerary form please click here
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Photo Specifications
Note: We regret we cannot accept photographs that do not meet these requirements
Please provide two recent passport size pictures, not older than 6 months (size 3,5 – 4,5 mm in width , no copy or scanned picture). The photographs should be in colour and with zoom 70%
- Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
- Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
- Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
- Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background].
- Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.
Click link for further information
Note : Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. Photo booth meeting these requirements is available at the centre.
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Travel Medical
Based on the regulation from Switzerland Embassy, the travel insurance must covered minimum :
- Medical Treatment : 30.000 Euro
- Repatriation : 30.000 Euro
And all of the details written on the travel insurance policy.
Link to List Travel Insurance
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Processing Time
Usually, processing time for visa applications is 15 working days (starting from the time when the Embassy or Consulate received the application, not including the transportation time), counting from when all requested documents have been submitted. This period may be extended in specific cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is required, for example, when an applicant must come to an interview or submit additional documentation requested by the Embassy or Consulate. During certain times of the year, the processing time can be longer due to the high volume of applications. It is recommended to submit your visa application at least two weeks prior to date of travel date and if possible, even earlier ahead of the holiday period.
Please note that the application processing time and decisions on visa applications are the sole prerogative of the Embassy or Consulate. VFS Global has no role to play in these areas of the application process.
Tourism
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Overview
Tourist visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for tourism purposes. This visa is given for travel period of less than 90 days
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Visa Fees
The Visa Fees are as follows:
Short Stay IDR 1,740,000 Children Under 6 years old Free of Charge Children Between 6-12 years old IDR 870,000 Note:
A service charge of Indonesia Rupiah (IDR) 300,000 (including VAT) is levied per applicant by VFS over and above the visa fee, is payable in cash in Indonesian Rupiah or through credit/ debit card.
An official receipt should be obtained for all payments made. Applicants may opt for a courier-assisted facility whereby your passport and other documents will be returned via courier. This facility is available at an extra cost.
Please note that the visa fees are as above indicated. No other amount will be requested for the visa issuance or for urgent process for visa issuance.
Terms and Conditions:
Kindly be informed that Logistic fee and other additional service fees are not refundable once the payment is made.
Documents Required
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here
Document required for Tourist visa please click here. Please note as per instructions received from Embassy of Switzerland, personal Bank statement (last 3 months) with stamp/signature of Bank in original needs to be submitted on A4 size only.
“Applicants and travel agents are requested not to bind two or more passports with a stapler to avoid getting it damaged. Instead you may bind them together using rubber bands.”
No other format will be accepted at the VFS Global counter.
Download visa application form; English–German (click here)
Download Declaration of consent click here
Applicants who have rendered their fingerprint data in the last 59 months may opt to delegate the submission to a third party (kindly note that the Embassy reserve the rights to call the applicant(s) if the biometric/fingerprint data cannot be retrieved in the system). Please note that applicants under 18 y.o., in any circumstances, must be accompanied/represented by both parents (father and mother) when submitting the visa application.
For application more than 1 person (FAMILY/Colleague) must made a copy of document for each application.
If you will be visiting more than 1 country, you must make an itinerary. For download itinerary form please click here.
Photo Specifications
Note: We regret we cannot accept photographs that do not meet these requirements
Please provide two recent passport size pictures, not older than 6 months (size 3,5 – 4,5 mm in width , no copy or scanned picture). The photographs should be in colour and with zoom 70%
- Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
- Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
- Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
- Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background].
- Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.
Click link for further information
Note : Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. Photo booth meeting these requirements is available at the centre.
Travel Medical
Based on the regulation from Switzerland Embassy, the travel insurance must covered minimum :
- Medical Treatment : 30.000 Euro
- Repatriation : 30.000 Euro
And all of the details written on the travel insurance policy.
Link to List Travel Insurance
Processing Time
Usually, processing time for visa applications is 15 working days (starting from the time when the Embassy or Consulate received the application, not including the transportation time), counting from when all requested documents have been submitted. This period may be extended in specific cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is required, for example, when an applicant must come to an interview or submit additional documentation requested by the Embassy or Consulate. During certain times of the year, the processing time can be longer due to the high volume of applications. It is recommended to submit your visa application at least two weeks prior to date of travel date and if possible, even earlier ahead of the holiday period.
Please note that the application processing time and decisions on visa applications are the sole prerogative of the Embassy or Consulate. VFS Global has no role to play in these areas of the application process.
Visitor
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Overview
Visitor visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for visiting family or friends. This visa is given for travel period of less than 90 days.
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Visa Fees
The Visa Fees are as follows:
Short Stay IDR 1,740,000 Children Under 6 years old Free of Charge Children Between 6-12 years old IDR 870,000 Note:
A service charge of Indonesia Rupiah (IDR) 300,000 (including VAT) is levied per applicant by VFS over and above the visa fee, is payable in cash in Indonesian Rupiah or through credit/ debit card.
An official receipt should be obtained for all payments made. Applicants may opt for a courier-assisted facility whereby your passport and other documents will be returned via courier. This facility is available at an extra cost.
Please note that the visa fees are as above indicated. No other amount will be requested for the visa issuance or for urgent process for visa issuance.
Terms and Conditions:
Kindly be informed that Logistic fee and other additional service fees are not refundable once the payment is made.
Documents Required
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here
Document required for Visitor visa please click here. Please note as per instructions received from Embassy of Switzerland, personal Bank statement (last 3 months) with stamp/signature of Bank in original needs to be submitted on A4 size only
“Applicants and travel agents are requested not to bind two or more passports with a stapler to avoid getting it damaged. Instead you may bind them together using rubber bands.”
No other format will be accepted at the VFS Global counter.
Download visa application form; English–German (click here)
Download Declaration of consent click here
Applicants who have rendered their fingerprint data in the last 59 months may opt to delegate the submission to a third party (kindly note that the Embassy reserve the rights to call the applicant(s) if the biometric/fingerprint data cannot be retrieved in the system). Please note that applicants under 18 y.o., in any circumstances, must be accompanied/represented by both parents (father and mother) when submitting the visa application.
For application more than 1 person (FAMILY/Colleague) must made a copy of document for each application.
If you will be visiting more than 1 country, you must make an itinerary. For download itinerary form please click here
Photo Specifications
Note: We regret we cannot accept photographs that do not meet these requirements
Please provide two recent passport size pictures, not older than 6 months (size 3,5 – 4,5 mm in width , no copy or scanned picture). The photographs should be in colour and with zoom 70%
- Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
- Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
- Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
- Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background].
- Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.
Click link for further information
Note : Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. Photo booth meeting these requirements is available at the centre.
Travel Medical
Based on the regulation from Switzerland Embassy, the travel insurance must covered minimum :
- Medical Treatment : 30.000 Euro
- Repatriation : 30.000 Euro
And all of the details written on the travel insurance policy.
Link to List Travel Insurance
Processing Time
Usually, processing time for visa applications is 15 working days (starting from the time when the Embassy or Consulate received the application, not including the transportation time), counting from when all requested documents have been submitted. This period may be extended in specific cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is required, for example, when an applicant must come to an interview or submit additional documentation requested by the Embassy or Consulate. During certain times of the year, the processing time can be longer due to the high volume of applications. It is recommended to submit your visa application at least two weeks prior to date of travel date and if possible, even earlier ahead of the holiday period.
Please note that the application processing time and decisions on visa applications are the sole prerogative of the Embassy or Consulate. VFS Global has no role to play in these areas of the application process.
Medical Treatment
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Overview
This is applicable if you wish to go to Switzerland for a medical treatment and will stay no longer than 90 days.
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Visa Fees
The Visa Fees are as follows:
Short Stay IDR 1,740,000 Children Under 6 years old Free of Charge Children Between 6-12 years old IDR 870,000 Note:
A service charge of Indonesia Rupiah (IDR) 300,000 (including VAT) is levied per applicant by VFS over and above the visa fee, is payable in cash in Indonesian Rupiah or through credit/ debit card.
An official receipt should be obtained for all payments made. Applicants may opt for a courier-assisted facility whereby your passport and other documents will be returned via courier. This facility is available at an extra cost.
Please note that the visa fees are as above indicated. No other amount will be requested for the visa issuance or for urgent process for visa issuance.
Terms and Conditions:
Kindly be informed that Logistic fee and other additional service fees are not refundable once the payment is made.
-
Documents Required
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here
Document required for Medical Treatment please click here. Please note as per instructions received from Embassy of Switzerland, personal Bank statement (last 3 months) with stamp/signature of Bank in original needs to be submitted on A4 size only.
“Applicants and travel agents are requested not to bind two or more passports with a stapler to avoid getting it damaged. Instead you may bind them together using rubber bands.”
No other format will be accepted at the VFS Global counter.
Download visa application form; English–German (click here)
Download Declaration of consent click here
Applicants who have rendered their fingerprint data in the last 59 months may opt to delegate the submission to a third party (kindly note that the Embassy reserve the rights to call the applicant(s) if the biometric/fingerprint data cannot be retrieved in the system). Please note that applicants under 18 y.o., in any circumstances, must be accompanied/represented by both parents (father and mother) when submitting the visa application.
For application more than 1 person (FAMILY/Colleague) must made a copy of document for each application.
If you will be visiting more than 1 country, you must make an itinerary. For download itinerary form please click here
-
Photo Specifications
Note: We regret we cannot accept photographs that do not meet these requirements
Please provide two recent passport size pictures, not older than 6 months (size 3,5 – 4,5 mm in width , no copy or scanned picture). The photographs should be in colour and with zoom 70%
- Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
- Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
- Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
- Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background].
- Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.
Click link for further information
Note : Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. Photo booth meeting these requirements is available at the centre.
-
Travel Medical
Based on the regulation from Switzerland Embassy, the travel insurance must covered minimum :
- Medical Treatment : 30.000 Euro
- Repatriation : 30.000 Euro
And all of the details written on the travel insurance policy.
Link to List Travel Insurance
-
Processing Time
Usually, processing time for visa applications is 15 working days (starting from the time when the Embassy or Consulate received the application, not including the transportation time), counting from when all requested documents have been submitted. This period may be extended in specific cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is required, for example, when an applicant must come to an interview or submit additional documentation requested by the Embassy or Consulate. During certain times of the year, the processing time can be longer due to the high volume of applications. It is recommended to submit your visa application at least two weeks prior to date of travel date and if possible, even earlier ahead of the holiday period.
Please note that the application processing time and decisions on visa applications are the sole prerogative of the Embassy or Consulate. VFS Global has no role to play in these areas of the application process.
Official Business
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Overview
As the bilateral visa facilitation agreement between Indonesia and Switzerland has been suspended due to Covid 19 pandemic until further notice, holders of diplomatic and service passports also need a visa for a short-term stay of up to 90 days in Switzerland.
Holders of diplomatic and service passports must submit their application in person to VFS Global to register their biometric data (fingerprints). Ambassadors or Ministers can apply with VFS Global or with the Embassy directly.
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Visa Fees
The Visa Fees are as follows:
Short Stay Free Note:
A service charge of Indonesia Rupiah (IDR) 303,000 is levied per applicant by VFS over and above the visa fee, is payable in cash in Indonesian Rupiah or through credit/ debit card.
An official receipt should be obtained for all payments made. Applicants may opt for a courier-assisted facility whereby your passport and other documents will be returned via courier. This facility is available at an extra cost.
Please note that the visa fees are as above indicated. No other amount will be requested for the visa issuance or for urgent process for visa issuance.
Terms and Conditions:
Kindly be informed that Logistic fee and other additional service fees are not refundable once the payment is made.
-
Documents Required
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here
Please click here for the documents required.
“Applicants and travel agents are requested not to bind two or more passports with a stapler to avoid getting it damaged. Instead you may bind them together using rubber bands.”
No other format will be accepted at the VFS Global counter.
Please be informed that all applicants has to be fully vaccinated to apply C Visa.
Download Vaccination Confirmation Form click here
Download visa application form; English–German (click here)
Download Declaration of consent click here
Applicants who have rendered their fingerprint data in the last 59 months may opt to delegate the submission to a third party (kindly note that the Embassy reserve the rights to call the applicant(s) if the biometric/fingerprint data cannot be retrieved in the system).
-
Photo Specifications
Note: We regret we cannot accept photographs that do not meet these requirements
Please provide two recent passport size pictures, not older than 6 months (size 3,5 – 4,5 mm in width , no copy or scanned picture). The photographs should be in colour and with zoom 70%
- Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
- Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
- Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
- Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background].
- Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.
Click link for further information
Note : Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. Photo booth meeting these requirements is available at the centre.
-
Processing Time
Usually, processing time for visa applications is 15 working days (starting from the time when the Embassy or Consulate received the application, not including the transportation time), counting from when all requested documents have been submitted. This period may be extended in specific cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is required, for example, when an applicant must come to an interview or submit additional documentation requested by the Embassy or Consulate. During certain times of the year, the processing time can be longer due to the high volume of applications. It is recommended to submit your visa application at least two weeks prior to date of travel date and if possible, even earlier ahead of the holiday period.
Please note that the application processing time and decisions on visa applications are the sole prerogative of the Embassy or Consulate. VFS Global has no role to play in these areas of the application process.
LONG STAY VISA
If you plan to enter Switzerland for a stay of more than 90 days, you need a National Visa (Visa D). National Visa entitles you to stay up to 90 days, within the validity of Visa D, to enter other Schengen countries.
Any stay longer than 90 days falls under national jurisdiction and is not part of the Schengen Agreement.
There are different types of long stay visas:
- Working visa
- Student Visa
- Family Reunion
For more information about the requirement sheets of each visa category - click here.
Please note that the application for long stay visa must be submitted directly to the Embassy of Switzerland in Indonesia. Before you visit the Embassy, you are required to make an appointment through VFS Global website for online registration.
For more information and reference about long stay visa, you may visit to the website of the Embassy of Switzerland in Indonesia - click here.
To make appointment for Long stay Visa at The Embassy of Switzerland in Indonesia - click here.