Switzerland Tourist Visa for Indian Citizens
Sightseeing & Alpine Holidays • 15 to 20 working days • Complete VFS filing support.
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Schengen Alpine Mobility
Explore Switzerland and travel seamlessly across all 29 Schengen member states.
Processing Window
15 to 20 working days upon VFS document submission.
Document Verification
Complete file audit, cover letter drafting, financial check, & VFS filing assistance.
Document Checklist
Complete physical document requirements for submission
Primary Documents
- Completed Visa Application Form: Completely filled and signed by the applicant.
- Personal Covering Letter: Original letter with travel plan. If the applicant is submitting the applications of his/her family, then all applications must include a copy of the covering letter.
- Flight Reservation: Confirmed round-trip flight booking with passenger names & detailed travel itinerary.
- Proof of Accommodation: Confirmed hotel bookings or accommodation details covering the entire stay across Switzerland and the Schengen territory.
- Travel Insurance: Minimum coverage of 30,000 Euro / 50,000 USD / 50,000 CHF per person. Coverage of all expenses which might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons, urgent medical attention and/or emergency hospital treatment. The insurance has to cover the entire stay in Schengen territory.
- Valid National Passport: Issued within the last 10 years and with at least 6 months validity after the scheduled return, with at least two blank pages. Handwritten passports and passports with observations regarding the front page (bio data) cannot be accepted.
- Photocopy of Passport: Clear photocopy of the passport (Front & Back).
- Passport Size Pictures: A recent, passport-size, color photograph with white background not older than 3 months, showing your head and shoulders, with your face covering 70-80% of the image (size 35 – 40 mm in width, not copied or scanned picture). Soft copy is required.
- Previous Passport/s: If any, bound together with rubber band, not stapled. Photocopy of previous UK, USA and Schengen visa copies.
Financial Documents
- Personal Bank Statement: Personal bank statement of last 6 months with stamp & signature from bank.
- Personal ITR: Personal ITR or tax documents of last 3 years.
Category-Specific Requirements
For Self-Employed:
- Covering letter has to be printed on the letter head.
- Business card.
- Personal & Company bank statement of last 6 months with stamp & signature from bank.
- Business Registration Proof.
For Employed:
- NOC from the company on the letter head.
- Salary slips of last six months.
If Sponsored:
- Sponsor’s national ID proof like Passport, PAN card or Resident permit.
- Updated bank statement of last 6 months.
- Salary slips of last six months.
- Personal ITR of last 3 years.
If Student:
- Student Id card.
For Retired:
- Retirement Certificate: Retirement certificate / pension approval letter.
- Pension Statements: Pension statements (last 6 months).
- Other Income Proof: Other Income Proof (if available).
Transparent Fee Structure
Complete breakdown per applicant (all inclusive)
*Children under 6 years are exempt from the embassy visa fee. Travel Insurance charges depend upon number of travel days & applicant age.
*Prices shown may represent Trippovention service/assistance fees. Government, embassy, immigration, visa-centre, courier, or other applicable charges may be additional. Processing times are estimates and may vary. Visa approval is solely at the discretion of the relevant immigration authority.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to key questions about processing, fees, and requirements
How long does Switzerland Tourist Visa processing take for Indian citizens?
Switzerland Tourist Visa processing typically takes 15 to 20 working days after document submission and biometric enrollment at the VFS Global Visa Application Centre.
What is the total fee for a Switzerland Tourist Visa?
For adults, the total payable amount is ₹ 17,700 (Short-term Embassy Visa Fee ₹ 9,600 + Mandatory VFS Appointment Service Charge ₹ 3,100 + Trippovention Consultation & File Prep Charges ₹ 5,000). For children aged 6–12 years, the total fee is ₹ 12,900 (Embassy Fee ₹ 4,800 + VFS Charge ₹ 3,100 + Trippovention Charges ₹ 5,000).
What are the financial and bank statement requirements for a Switzerland tourist visa?
Applicants must submit personal bank statements for the last 6 months bearing the bank's official branch stamp and authorized signature, along with personal ITR acknowledgments or tax documents for the last 3 years.
What are the photograph specifications for a Switzerland Schengen Visa?
Applicants need 2 recent color photographs (under 3 months old) with a plain white background, measuring 35–40 mm in width, with 70–80% face coverage showing head and shoulders. Scanned or copied photos are not accepted. Soft copy is required.
What travel insurance is required for a Switzerland Schengen Visa?
Mandatory travel medical insurance must have minimum coverage of € 30,000 (or $ 50,000 USD / CHF 50,000) per person. It must cover emergency medical expenses, urgent hospitalization, and repatriation for medical reasons for the entire stay across the Schengen territory.
What documents are required for self-employed and employed applicants?
Self-employed applicants require a covering letter on company letterhead, business card, personal & company bank statements for the last 6 months with bank stamp & signature, and business registration proof. Employed applicants require an employer NOC on company letterhead and salary slips for the last 6 months.
What documents are required if my trip is sponsored, or for retired/student applicants?
If sponsored, submit the sponsor's national ID proof (Passport, PAN, or Resident permit), 6 months updated bank statement, 6 months salary slips, and 3 years personal ITR. Retired applicants need a retirement certificate / pension approval letter, 6 months pension statements, and other income proof. Students require a valid Student ID card.
Can I visit other Schengen countries on a Switzerland Tourist Visa?
Yes, a Switzerland Schengen Visa allows travel across all 29 Schengen member states, provided Switzerland is your main destination where you spend the longest duration or your primary port of entry into Europe.
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