Switzerland

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Visa Requirements

Visa Application Form: Completed and signed.
Passport: Valid for at least three months beyond the planned stay, issued within the last 10 years, and with at least two blank pages.
Photographs: Recent passport-sized photos.
Travel Insurance: Minimum coverage of €30,000, covering medical emergencies and repatriation.
Proof of Accommodation: Hotel reservation or an invitation letter from a host in Switzerland.
Proof of Financial Means: Bank statements, payslips, or sponsorship letters to demonstrate sufficient funds for the stay.
Travel Itinerary: Flight reservations or detailed travel plans.
Visa Fee: Payment of the non-refundable visa processing fee.

Description

Switzerland, as a member of the Schengen Area, follows the Schengen visa policy. Here’s a detailed description of the visa requirements for Switzerland:

Types of Visas:

Schengen Visa (Short Stay Visa, Type C):
- Purpose: For short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period for tourism, business, family visits, cultural events, sports, and other short-term purposes.
- Validity: Up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
- Who Needs It: Nationals of countries that do not have a visa-free arrangement with the Schengen Area. Citizens of countries like the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan, and others can enter without a visa for short stays.
National Visa (Long Stay Visa, Type D):
- Purpose: For long stays exceeding 90 days, including work, study, family reunification, and other long-term purposes.
- Validity: More than 90 days, usually up to one year, depending on the specific purpose.
- Who Needs It: All foreign nationals intending to stay longer than 90 days.

Switzerland

Visa Requirements

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