Processing Time
10-15 Days
Standard processing
Visa Fee
€100
Approximate cost
Validity
3 Months
Duration of visa
Stay Duration
90 Days
Maximum permitted stay
Eligibility & Requirements
Who Needs a Visa
- Indian citizens need Schengen visa for Switzerland
- Visa covers Switzerland and Schengen zone
- Tourism, business, and leisure
- Popular for luxury travel
Required Documents
- Valid passport with 3+ months validity
- Schengen visa application form
- Passport photographs (2)
- Hotel booking or accommodation proof
- Flight itinerary
- Bank statements (minimum 3 months)
- Employment letter
- Travel insurance (compulsory)
Visa Processing
- Apply at Swiss Embassy or Consulate
- Biometric information required
- Processing: 10-15 working days
- Visa fees charged at application
- Covers entire Schengen area
Important Notes
- Switzerland is expensive destination
- Known for luxury and precision
- Schengen valid for 90 days
- Cannot work on tourist visa
- Alpine scenery and mountains
- Very high standard of living
Embassy & Consulates
- Swiss Embassy, New Delhi: Chanakya Puri
- Website: https://www.eda.admin.ch
- Visa Services: +91-11-4163-6600
- Phone for appointments required
Travel Tips
- Apply 4-6 weeks beforehand
- Travel insurance is required
- Very expensive country
- CHF is currency (strong)
- Mountains and hiking popular
- January-March: skiing season
