Switzerland Visa from India
Processing
~15 days
Fee Range
₹8,500 – ₹11,000
Documents
14 required
VFS Centre
VFS Global New Delhi
Choose Your Visa Type
Switzerland Visa — All Types
Each visa type has its own fees, documents, and processing rules. Tap any card for the complete guide.
Switzerland Business Visa
Apply for a Switzerland Business Visa (Schengen Short-Stay Type C) from India. Complete fees, documents, and application guide.
Fee
₹9,600
Processing
15 calendar days f…
Stay
Up to 90 days in a…
Switzerland Incentive Tour Visa
Switzerland Incentive Tour visa for groups of 50+ travellers. Simplified group application through the Embassy with specific timelines by group size.
Fee
₹9,600
Processing
15 calendar days f…
Stay
Up to 90 days in a…
Switzerland Student Visa
Switzerland Schengen Short-Stay visa for Indian students pursuing studies in Switzerland for less than 90 days. Visa fee is FREE — only VFS service charges apply.
Fee
₹2,690
Processing
15 calendar days f…
Stay
Up to 90 days in a…
Switzerland Tourist Visa
Apply for a Switzerland Tourist Visa (Schengen Short-Stay Type C) from India. Complete fees, document checklist, and application guide for Indian travellers.
Fee
₹9,600
Processing
15 calendar days f…
Stay
Up to 90 days in a…
Switzerland Visitor Visa
Switzerland Visitor Visa for Indian citizens visiting family or friends living in Switzerland. Schengen Short-Stay Type C, up to 90 days. Complete fees + document guide.
Fee
₹9,600
Processing
15 calendar days f…
Stay
Up to 90 days in a…
Switzerland Family Reunification Visa
Switzerland Family Reunification Visa (Long-Stay Type D) for Indian applicants joining family in Switzerland for more than 90 days. Complete guide on process, fees, and documents.
Fee
₹9,600
Processing
Approximately 8–12…
Stay
More than 90 days …
Switzerland Student Visa
Switzerland Student Visa (Type D National Long-Stay) for Indian students enrolling in courses longer than 90 days. Submit directly at Embassy Delhi. Visa fee is FREE — only service charges apply.
Fee
₹2,690
Processing
Usually 8–12 weeks
Stay
More than 90 days …
Switzerland Work Permit (Long-Stay, >120 days) — Informational
Switzerland Work Permit for long-term employment (>120 days). The process MUST be initiated by the Swiss employer via cantonal authorities. Informational guide only — SureshotVisa does NOT handle work permit procurement.
Fee
₹9,600
Processing
Cantonal authoriza…
Stay
More than 120 days…
About Switzerland
Europe's Postcard-Perfect Alps
Switzerland is the quintessential European dream for Indian travellers — snow-capped Alps, glacial lakes, charming mountain villages, and world-class chocolates. Zurich and Geneva rank among the world's most liveable cities, while the Swiss rail system puts any bucket-list Alpine view within easy reach. A Swiss visa is a Schengen visa — also valid for Germany, France, Italy, Austria, and 25 more countries.
Capital
Bern
Currency
CHF
Language
German/French/Italian
Flight time
~9h from Delhi
Why Indians Love Visiting
The Alps on your doorstep
Jungfraujoch, Matterhorn, Mount Titlis — the views you've seen in every Bollywood film, in person.
The world's most scenic trains
Glacier Express, Bernina Express, GoldenPass — journeys that are attractions themselves.
Chocolate + cheese heaven
Lindt, Toblerone, Swiss fondue — and yes, plenty of vegetarian options everywhere.
Lake Geneva & Interlaken
Crystal-clear Alpine lakes with boat rides, paragliding, and lakeside dining.
Bollywood connection
Switzerland was DDLJ's mustard field, Dil To Pagal Hai's glacier, and hundreds of romantic songs.
Watchmaking capital
Geneva is home to Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet — world watchmaking heritage.
Top Places to Visit
⚙️ Application Process
Book Free Consultation
Talk to our visa expert. We recommend the right visa type and review your eligibility.
Prepare Documents
Upload documents to your portal. Our team reviews each one and flags what's missing.
VFS Appointment
We book the earliest VFS slot, prepare your file, and brief you for biometrics.
Biometrics & Submission
Visit VFS centre for biometrics. Your application is submitted to the embassy.
Track & Receive
Track status via your dashboard. Once approved, collect your passport with the visa.
💡 Important Tips
- Apply at least 4–6 weeks before your travel date
- Keep bank balance healthy — ₹3–5 lakh recommended for most countries
- Strong ties to India (job, property, family) help approval
- Book refundable flights and hotels until visa is approved
- Get travel insurance before your embassy appointment
- Carry original documents and photocopies to VFS
- Never provide false or inconsistent information
