Visa Information

Overview

This visa is for applicants who intend to travel to Switzerland for holiday and recreation purposes.

Persons subject to visa requirements

For the list of nationalities subject to a visa obligation may be consulted on the website of the Federal Office for Migration FOM Click here

For the list of countries whose nationals or specific categories of such third country nationals who are subject to prior consultation Click here

Validity of the visa

Citizens of non-Schengen countries, regardless of their visa obligation status, might enter and remain within the Schengen Area without a residence permit for up to 90 days per 180-day period starting from the date of first entry. For multiple entries/departures to and from the Schengen area (including Switzerland) it is recommended to consult the short-stay calculator.

Validity of travel document

Regardless of whether you require a visa, you must be in possession of a valid travel document recognised by the Swiss authorities.

The travel document must be valid for at least 3 months after the date on which you plan to leave Switzerland and must have been issued within the last 10 years.

The passport must be valid and have at least two sequent blank pages.

Travel insurance

The insurance should clearly mention applicant details, the validity of coverage, the geographical scope (Schengen or Worldwide) of coverage and the amount (minimum of 30,000 EUR) it covers for the visa applicant. Insurance cards without these details will not be accepted.

No Objection Letter

The No Objection Letter must be in original with original signature and stamp.
For minors applying with only one of the parents, a written consent of the other parent along with his/her passport, signature page and residence visa copy is also required. If none of the parents are applying, a written consent from both parents along with passport, signature page and residence visa copy is required.

Please note that all decisions regarding the issuance , the duration and number of entries for a visa are at the sole prerogative of the Embassy.

The acceptance of a visa application and documents by VFS Global does not guarantee the issuance of a visa. Once an application is forwarded to the Embassy, they may request more documentation or make further requests from the applicant in order to process the application.

Note:

If you are a family member of a Swiss, European Union (EU) or European Free Trade Association (EFTA) citizen, you are entitled to submit your application directly at the responsible Embassy or Consulate of Switzerland. An appointment is mandatory and must be booked in advance. Please click on the following link for further information - Citizens of the EU and the EFTA and their family members

For Spouse of EU Nationals, only the following documents are required:

• Original and a copy of the Marriage Certificate attested by UAE MOFA and spouse’s passport copy
• Completely filled and signed Application Form
• Original Passport and copies of passport, previous Schengen visa copies issued within last 3 years and UAE residence visa of the applicant
• 1 coloured passport size photos in white background

Visa Fees

Please note:

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Embassy or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• Applicant shall be charged a service charge of AED 112.58 per application in addition to the visa fees.
• All fees are non-refundable.

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

Checklist Tourist Private household employees

Photo Specifications

Please provide one recent coloured photographs (not more than 6 months old) of yourself. The photographs should be:

• Taken against a plain light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and have 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].

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth is available at the centre to help you click photographs meeting these requirements.

Processing Time

Usually, processing time for visa applications is 15 calendar 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.

Download Forms

Download Visa Application Form.

Overview

This visa is for applicants who intend to travel to Switzerland for business purposes like meetings, conferences, seminars, trade fairs, etc.

Persons subject to visa requirements

The list of nationalities subject to a visa obligation may be consulted on the website of the Federal Office for Migration FOM Click Here

For the list of countries whose nationals or specific categories of such third country nationals who are subject to prior consultation Click Here

Validity of the visa

Citizens of non-Schengen countries, regardless of their visa obligation status, might enter and remain within the Schengen Area without a residence permit for up to 90 days per 180-day period starting from the date of first entry. For multiple entries/departures to and from the Schengen area (including Switzerland) it is recommended to consult the short-stay calculator

Validity of travel document

Regardless of whether you require a visa, you must be in possession of a valid travel document recognised by the Swiss authorities.

The travel document must be valid for at least 3 months after the date on which you plan to leave Switzerland and must have been issued within the last 10 years.

The passport must be valid and have at least two sequent blank pages.

Travel insurance

The insurance should clearly mention the applicant details, validity of coverage, the geographical scope (Schengen or Worldwide) of coverage and the amount (minimum of 30,000 EUR) it covers for the visa applicant. Insurance cards without the details will not be accepted.

No Objection Letter

The No Objection Letter must be in original with original signature and stamp.

Please note that all decisions regarding the issuance of, the duration and number of entries for a visa are at the sole judgment of the Embassy.

The acceptance of a visa application and documents by VFS does not guarantee the issuance of a visa. Once an application is forwarded to the Embassy, they may request more documentation or make further requests from the applicant in order to process the application.

Visa Fees

Please note:

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Embassy or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• Applicant shall be charged a service charge of AED 112.58 per application in addition to the visa fees.
• All fees are non-refundable.

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

Checklist Business

Photo Specifications

Please provide two recent coloured photographs (not more than 6 months old) of yourself. The photographs should be :

• Taken against a plain light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and havecontrast 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].

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth is available at the centre to help you click photographs meeting these requirements.

Processing Time

Usually, processing time for visa applications is 15 calendar 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.

Download Forms

Download Visa Application Form.

Overview

This visa is for applicants who intend to travel to Switzerland with an invitation from their relatives or friends who are Nationals or residents of Switzerland.

Persons subject to visa requirements

For the list of nationalities subject to a visa obligation may be consulted on the website of the Federal Office for Migration FOM click here

For the list of countries whose nationals or specific categories of such third country nationals who are subject to prior consultation click here

Validity of the visa

Citizens of non-Schengen countries, regardless of their visa obligation status, might enter and remain within the Schengen Area without a residence permit for up to 90 days per 180-day period starting from the date of first entry. For multiple entries/departures to and from the Schengen area (including Switzerland) it is recommended to consult the short-stay calculator

Validity of travel document

Regardless of whether you require a visa, you must be in possession of a valid travel document recognised by the Swiss authorities.

The travel document must be valid for at least 3 months after the date on which you plan to leave Switzerland and must have been issued within the last 10 years.

The passport must be valid and have at least two sequent blank pages.

Travel insurance

The insurance should clearly mention the applicant details, validity of coverage, the geographical scope (Schengen or Worldwide) of coverage and the amount (minimum of 30,000 EUR) that it covers for the visa applicant. Insurance cards without these details will not be accepted.

No Objection Letter

The No Objection Letter must be in original with original signature and stamp.

For minors applying with only one of the parents,  a written consent of the other parent along with his/her passport copy , signature page and residence visa copy is also required. If none of the parents are applying, a written consent from both parents is required along with the passport copy, signature page and residence visa copy.

Please note that all decisions regarding the issuance of, the duration and number of entries for a visa are at the sole judgment of the Embassy.

The acceptance of a visa application and documents by VFS does not guarantee the issuance of a visa. Once an application is forwarded to the Embassy, they may request more documentation or make further requests from the applicant in order to process the application.

Note:

If you are a family member of a Swiss, European Union (EU) or European Free Trade Association (EFTA) citizen, you are entitled to submit your application directly at the responsible Embassy or Consulate of Switzerland. An appointment is mandatory and must be booked in advance. Please click on the following link for further information - Citizens of the EU and the EFTA and their family members

For Spouse of EU Nationals, only the following documents are required:

• Original and a copy of the Marriage Certificate attested by UAE MOFA and spouse’s passport copy
• >Completely filled and signed Application Form
• Original Passport and copies of passport, previous Schengen visa copies issued within last 3 years and UAE residence visa of the applicant
• 1 coloured passport size photos in white background

Visa Fees

Please note:

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Embassy or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• Applicant shall be charged a service charge of AED 112.58 per application in addition to the visa fees.
• All fees are non-refundable.

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

Checklist Visit

Photo Specifications

Please provide one recent coloured photographs (not more than 6 months old) of yourself. The photographs should be:

• Taken against a plain light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and have 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].

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth is available at the centre to help you click photographs meeting these requirements.

Processing Time

Usually, processing time for visa applications is 15 calendar 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.

Download Forms

Download Visa Application Form.