Important: As part of the visa application procedure, from 2 November 2015 applicants will need to provide Biometric fingerprint data along with a digital photograph at the Visa Application Centre with prior appointment. Biometrics once submitted after 2 November, 2015 will be valid for the next 5 years.
Documents | Particulars |
Passports | * Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages. |
* Original old passport booklets if any | |
Photographs | * 2 photographs each |
* White background; Glossy finish; 80% face coverage with a little shoulder to be seen; Eyes and face to be clearly visible; Dimensions: 45mm x 35mm | |
Covering Letter | * A covering letter per individual/family/ company addressed to The Visa officer, Embassy of Switzerland |
* The Covering Letter should brief the profile of the applicants and the purpose of travel with travel dates | |
* Covering Letter has to be on the company letterhead for officials / sponsored applicants | |
Bank Statements | * Original 3 months personal and company's bank statements with the seal and signature from the bank |
* Bank statements should be of relevant and active accounts which shows the proof of funds and income | |
* Bank statements should be of a closing date closer to the date of visa application (A4 size preferred) | |
IT Returns | * Latest 3 years Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V (Saral) of individuals and the company |
Itinerary / Air tickets | * Return air tickets with all internal flight/train tickets if any |
Purpose of Travel / Accommodation | * Original Introduction letter from the employer on a business letterhead signed & stamped by HR or directorate mentioning your position, duration of your service, the dates, and purpose of the trip and if your expenses are being covered by the employer/company. |
*Original or copy of the Invitation letter from the business partner in Switzerland Invitation letter from the business partner in Switzerland with full details of the inviter: full name, address, Email-ID and telephone number and also mentioning the invite details, the dates and purpose of the trip with detailed schedule of the business meetings or trainings (day to day schedule) | |
* Proof of lodging such as hotel booking for the entire duration of the planned stay in the Schengen area | |
Supporting Credentials | Businessmen: |
* Proprietorship certificate / Certificate of Registration / Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association / Partnership Deed / PAN Card | |
* NOC from other partners or Directors in case of the partnership | |
Employees: | |
* Leave sanction letter from the company (from the Government body in case of Government employees / public servants) | |
* Last 3 months Salary Statements (only for Private firms) | |
* Company ID card (optional) | |
* Retirement Certificate or Letter / Copy of Pension Book (for retired employees) | |
* Pension statements for the last three months; | |
Students: | |
Leave sanction letter from the educational institution (for travel during working days) | |
Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution (for travel during vacations) | |
* School/ College ID card (optional) | |
Newly Wed / Honeymooners (if the spouse's name is not endorsed in their passports): | |
* Marriage Certificate (Original) | |
* Wedding Invitation card / Photographs (in case the marriage certificate is not ready) | |
Children travelling and unaccompanied by both the parents / either parent | |
* A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from both / either of the parent respectively if both/either of them unaccompanied | |
* Passport copies/copy of both / either of the parents | |
*In case parents don't have passports, birth certificate of the applicant and copies of the ID cards of the parents. | |
Travellers unaccompanied by spouses/partners | |
* A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from the unaccompanied spouse | |
* Passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse. If not a passport holder, any Govt ID Proof mentioning spouse name can be submitted. | |
Additional supporting documents if available | |
* FD Receipts from banks | |
* Public shares/debentures certificate | |
* Asset evaluation report from a CA | |
Travel Insurance | * Valid Travel Insurance from the Embassy approved companies which cover the days of travel with the minimum coverage of EUR 30,000 |
Disclaimers | * The above list of documents are the standard requirements for the visa application. The Embassy / Consulate/ High Commission/ Application Centres hold the rights to demand further documents for verification. |
* BPVS offers Visa Facilitation services to our customers against a Service Fee | |
* BPVS at no stage guarantees the outcome of any visa application. The decisions on the Visa applications would be at the sole discretion of the respective Embassy/ Consulate / High Commission | |
Important: As part of the visa application procedure, from 2 November 2015 applicants will need to provide Biometric fingerprint data along with a digital photograph at the Visa Application Centre with prior appointment. Biometrics once submitted after 2 November, 2015 will be valid for the next 5 years.
Documents | Particulars |
Passports | * Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages. |
* Original old passport booklets if any | |
Photographs | * 2 photographs each |
* White background; Glossy finish; 80% face coverage with a little shoulder to be seen; Eyes and face to be clearly visible; Dimensions: 45mm x 35mm | |
Covering Letter | * A covering letter per individual/family/ company addressed to The Visa officer, Embassy of Switzerland |
* The Covering Letter should brief the profile of the applicants and the purpose of travel with travel dates | |
* Covering Letter can be on a plain paper for individuals and on the company letterhead for officials / sponsored applicants | |
Bank Statements | * Original 3 months personal and company's bank statements with the seal and signature from the bank |
* Bank statements should be of relevant and active accounts which shows the proof of funds and income | |
* Bank statements should be of a closing date closer to the date of visa application (A4 size preferred) | |
IT Returns | * Latest 3 years Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V (Saral) of individuals and the company |
Itinerary / Air tickets | * Return air tickets with all internal flight/train tickets if any |
* Day wise itinerary of the tour | |
Purpose of Travel / Accommodation | * Any proof of your accommodation/ purpose at the destination/ Booking Certificate and payment receipts from the tour operator. |
* Hotel vouchers | |
Supporting Credentials | Businessmen: |
* Proprietorship certificate / Certificate of Registration / Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association / Partnership Deed / PAN Card | |
* NOC from other partners or Directors in case of the partnership | |
Employees: | |
* Leave sanction letter from the company (from the Government body in case of Government employees / public servants) | |
* Last 3 months Salary Statements (only for Private firms) | |
* Company ID card (optional) | |
* Retirement Certificate or Letter / Copy of Pension Book (for retired employees) | |
* Pension statements for the last three months; | |
Students: | |
Leave sanction letter from the educational institution (for travel during working days) | |
Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution (for travel during vacations) | |
* School/ College ID card (optional) | |
Newly Wed / Honeymooners (if the spouse's name is not endorsed in their passports): | |
* Marriage Certificate (Original) | |
* Wedding Invitation card / Photographs (in case the marriage certificate is not ready) | |
Children travelling and unaccompanied by both the parents / either parent | |
* A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from both / either of the parent respectively if both/either of them unaccompanied | |
* Passport copies/copy of both / either of the parents | |
*In case parents don't have passports, birth certificate of the applicant and copies of the ID cards of the parents. | |
Travellers unaccompanied by spouses/partners | |
* A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from the unaccompanied spouse | |
* Passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse. If not a passport holder, any Govt ID Proof mentioning spouse name can be submitted. | |
Additional supporting documents if available | |
* FD Receipts from banks | |
* Public shares/debentures certificate | |
* Asset evaluation report from a CA | |
Travel Insurance | * Valid Travel Insurance from the Embassy approved companies which covers the days of travel with the minimum coverage of EUR 30,000 |
Disclaimers | * The above list of documents are the standard requirements for the visa application. The Embassy / Consulate/ High Commission/ Application Centres hold the rights to demand further documents for verification. |
* BPVS offers Visa Facilitation services to our customers against a Service Fee | |
* BPVS at no stage guarantees the outcome of any visa application. The decisions on the Visa applications would be at the sole discretion of the respective Embassy/ Consulate / High Commission | |
Important: As part of the visa application procedure, from 2 November 2015 applicants will need to provide Biometric fingerprint data along with a digital photograph at the Visa Application Centre with prior appointment. Biometrics once submitted after 2 November, 2015 will be valid for the next 5 years.
Documents | Particulars |
Passports | * Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages. |
* Original old passport booklets if any | |
Photographs | * 2 photographs each |
* White background; Glossy finish; 80% face coverage with a little shoulder to be seen; Eyes and face to be clearly visible; Dimensions: 45mm x 35mm | |
Covering Letter | * A covering letter per individual/family/ company addressed to The Visa officer, Embassy of Switzerland |
* The Covering Letter should brief the profile of the applicants and the purpose of travel with travel dates | |
* Covering Letter can be on a plain paper for individuals and on the company letterhead for officials / sponsored applicants | |
Bank Statements | * Original 3 months personal and company's bank statements with the seal and signature from the bank |
* Bank statements should be of relevant and active accounts which shows the proof of funds and income | |
* Bank statements should be of a closing date closer to the date of visa application (A4 size preferred) | |
IT Returns | * Latest 3 years Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V (Saral) of individuals and the company |
Itinerary / Air tickets | * Return air tickets with all internal flight/train tickets if any |
Purpose of Travel / Accommodation | *Invitation letter from the host in Switzerland : o With full details of the inviter; full name, address, Email-ID and telephone number. o The invitation letter has to be in original or a clear copy, dated and signed, mentioning names of all the invitees, the duration of stay, the relationship and the purpose of the invitation, along with a copy of the passport or identity card, OCI, and residential permit. |
* Documents showing the relationship of the host and applicant along with passport copies and/or Residence permit for the hosts. | |
Supporting Credentials | Businessmen: |
* Proprietorship certificate / Certificate of Registration / Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association / Partnership Deed / PAN Card | |
* NOC from other partners or Directors in case of the partnership | |
Employees: | |
* Leave sanction letter from the company (from the Government body in case of Government employees / public servants) | |
* Last 3 months Salary Statements (only for Private firms) | |
* Company ID card (optional) | |
* Retirement Certificate or Letter / Copy of Pension Book (for retired employees) | |
* Pension statements for the last three months; | |
Students: | |
Leave sanction letter from the educational institution (for travel during working days) | |
Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution (for travel during vacations) | |
* School/ College ID card (optional) | |
Newly Wed / Honeymooners (if the spouse's name is not endorsed in their passports): | |
* Marriage Certificate (Original) | |
* Wedding Invitation card / Photographs (in case the marriage certificate is not ready) | |
Children travelling and unaccompanied by both the parents / either parent | |
* A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from both / either of the parent respectively if both/either of them unaccompanied | |
* Passport copies/copy of both / either of the parents | |
*In case parents don't have passports, birth certificate of the applicant and copies of the ID cards of the parents. | |
Travellers unaccompanied by spouses/partners | |
* A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from the unaccompanied spouse | |
* Passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse. If not a passport holder, any Govt ID Proof mentioning spouse name can be submitted. | |
Additional supporting documents if available | |
* FD Receipts from banks | |
* Public shares/debentures certificate | |
* Asset evaluation report from a CA | |
Travel Insurance | * Valid Travel Insurance from the Embassy approved companies which covers the days of travel with the minimum coverage of EUR 30,000 |
Disclaimers | * The above list of documents are the standard requirements for the visa application. The Embassy / Consulate/ High Commission/ Application Centres hold the rights to demand further documents for verification. |
* BPVS offers Visa Facilitation services to our customers against a Service Fee | |
* BPVS at no stage guarantees the outcome of any visa application. The decisions on the Visa applications would be at the sole discretion of the respective Embassy/ Consulate / High Commission | |
Important: As part of the visa application procedure, from 2 November 2015 applicants will need to provide Biometric fingerprint data along with a digital photograph at the Visa Application Centre with prior appointment. Biometrics once submitted after 2 November, 2015 will be valid for the next 5 years.
Documents | Particulars |
Passports | * Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages. |
* Original old passport booklets if any | |
Photographs | * 2 photographs each |
* White background; Glossy finish; 80% face coverage with a little shoulder to be seen; Eyes and face to be clearly visible; Dimensions: 45mm x 35mm | |
Covering Letter | * A covering letter per individual/family/ company addressed to The Visa officer, Embassy of Switzerland |
* The Covering Letter should brief the profile of the applicants and the reason for pursuing studies in Switzerland, future plans: professional development intended by the student after having finished his/her studies in Switzerland, explanation on how the student is going to benefit from his/her studies in the future and a confirmation that the student will leave Switzerland after the completion of the studies. | |
* Covering Letter can be on a plain paper for individuals and on the company letterhead for officials / sponsored applicants | |
Bank Statements | * Original 3 months personal and company's bank statements with the seal and signature from the bank |
* Bank statements should be of relevant and active accounts which shows the proof of funds and income | |
* Bank statements should be of a closing date closer to the date of visa application (A4 size preferred) | |
IT Returns | * Latest 3 years Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V (Saral) of individuals and the company |
Itinerary / Air tickets | * Return air tickets with all internal flight/train tickets if any |
Purpose of Travel / Accommodation | * Acceptance / confirmation / registration letter from the school, university, etc. |
* Proof that the Swiss school/university, etc. entrance fee has been paid (with relevant bank statement), if applicable. | |
* Previous diplomas, certificates, English language certificates (such as TOEFL or IELTS) or German, French or Italian language certificates if available | |
* Curriculum Vitae | |
* Hotel vouchers or Hostel or other lodging proof. | |
Supporting Credentials | The documents of the applicant or the sponsoring person (parents, etc…) if no fellowship is granted, have to be originals, in format A4, with stamp and signature of Bank. |
Employees: | |
* Leave sanction letter from the company (from the Government body in case of Government employees / public servants) | |
* Last 3 months Salary Statements (only for Private firms) | |
* Company ID card (optional) | |
* Retirement Certificate or Letter / Copy of Pension Book (for retired employees) | |
Students: | |
* Letter from the school detailing the purpose of the trip if on a Student Exchange program | |
* Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution | |
* School/ College ID card (optional) | |
Travellers unaccompanied by spouses/partners | |
* A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from the unaccompanied spouse | |
* Passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse. If not a passport holder, any Govt ID Proof mentioning spouse name can be submitted. | |
Additional supporting documents if available | |
* FD Receipts from banks | |
* Public shares/debentures certificate | |
* Asset evaluation report from a CA | |
Travel Insurance | * Valid Travel Insurance from the Embassy approved companies which covers the days of travel with the minimum coverage of EUR 30,000 |
Disclaimers | * The above list of documents are the standard requirements for the visa application. The Embassy / Consulate/ High Commission/ Application Centres hold the rights to demand further documents for verification. |
* BPVS offers Visa Facilitation services to our customers against a Service Fee | |
* BPVS at no stage guarantees the outcome of any visa application. The decisions on the Visa applications would be at the sole discretion of the respective Embassy/ Consulate / High Commission |
Visa Application Centres: New Delhi, Jalandhar, Chandigarh, Kolkatta, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Cochin, Bengaluru, Whitefield Bengaluru, Puducherry, Hyderabad.
Embassy of Switzerland
Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110 021
Tel: +91 11 4995 9500
Email: ndh.visa@eda.admin.ch
Consulate General of Switzerland in Mumbai
102 Maker Chambers IV, 10th floor 222, Jamnalal Bajaj Marg, Nariman Point, Mumbai 400 021
Tel: +91 22 2285 8161
Email: mum.vertretung@eda.admin.ch
Consulate General of Switzerland in Bengaluru
No. 26, Crescent Park, Resthouse Crescent Road, Bengaluru 560 001
Tel: +91 80 4941 2000
Email: mum.vertretung@eda.admin.ch
Consulate of Switzerland in Chennai
I-6 Dr. V.S.I. Estate, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai 600 041
Tel: +91 44 4207 4838
Email: vertretungbangalore@eda.admin.ch