Switzerland
How to Get a Switzerland Schengen Visa?
Your Switzerland Schengen visa application is submitted through VFS Global application centres. We support you through the appointment and document process for tourist, short-term education/internship, and family or friends visit applications.
Application Centre
VFS Global
Office locations vary by country of residence.
Visa Fee
- €90 consulate fee (age 12+)
- €45 consulate fee (age 6-11)
- ~€25-40 application centre service fee (varies by centre)
- Children under 6 are exempt
Processing Time
Standard processing time is 15 calendar days; this can extend to 30 days if further review is needed, and up to 60 days in exceptional cases (Visa Code, Article 23).
Your Switzerland Schengen visa application is submitted through VFS Global, covering the Istanbul Consulate General and Ankara Embassy regions; if you haven't provided Schengen biometrics in the last 59 months, you must attend your appointment in person.
Tourist
For tourist travel to Switzerland, we book your appointment through VFS Global and prepare documents matching your travel plan.
See general process →Education & Internship
For a language course or internship in Switzerland, we manage your VFS Global application with your acceptance letter.
See general process →Family & Friends Visit
For visiting family or friends in Switzerland, we prepare your invitation and accommodation documents to VFS Global's standards.
See general process →Frequently Asked Questions
- Switzerland isn't an EU member — can I still enter with my Schengen visa?
- Yes, Switzerland is not an EU member but is a full Schengen Area member; a valid Schengen visa lets you enter freely.
- Do I need to give fingerprints for a Switzerland visa appointment?
- If you haven't provided biometrics for any Schengen country in the last 59 months, you must attend in person so your biometric data can be collected.