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Requirements to obtain VISA to enter Switzerland
Passport Information
U.S. Passport or passport of any other nationality, must have at least 6 months remaining validity from the day of entry into the country for which VISA has been applied for. If validity is less than 6 months ETS will renew your passport (Fee's apply).
U.S. citizens do not need a visa for tourist or business purposes to enter Switzerland.
Visa requirements for non-U.S. citizens.
Switzerland Tourist Visa
- A valid passport or travel document. Must be valid for at least three months beyond the expiration date of the Swiss visa
- An application form which is fully completed and signed by the applicant:
- Two recent passport photos per applicant.
- Proof of residency in the USA (i.e., a valid F1 or H1B multiple-entry visa together with a valid "I" form or another appropriate form). Only original or notarized copies are accepted
- A confirmed round-trip ticket to your home country or country of residence or proof of purchase of such a ticket (i.e., a ticket or written confirmation from a travel agency or airline indicating all flight itineraries, dates and payments). Open tickets are not accepted. If requested, a valid visa in your travel document for the country you are visiting after Switzerland
- Proof of sufficient financial resources: a recent bank statement or a letter from your bank stating your current balance. A minimum of $100 per day in Switzerland is required to cover expenses
- A letter from your employer including your position and salary
Please note that you must provide an original and a copy of each of the above-mentioned documents
Switzerland Business Visa
- A valid passport or travel document. Must be valid for at least three months beyond the expiration date of the Swiss visa
- An application form which is fully completed and signed by the applicant:
- Two recent passport photos per applicant.
- Proof of residency in the USA (i.e., a valid F1 or H1B multiple-entry visa together with a valid "I" form or another appropriate form). Only original or notarized copies are accepted
- A confirmed round-trip ticket to your home country or country of residence or proof of purchase of such a ticket (i.e., a ticket or written confirmation from a travel agency or airline indicating all flight itineraries, dates and payments). Open tickets are not accepted. If requested, a valid visa in your travel document for the country you are visiting after Switzerland
- A letter of invitation from the company in Switzerland directly faxed to the Swiss Embassy, and a letter from your company stating that you are going to Switzerland for business meetings and that they will pay for all your expenses.
Please note that you must provide an original and a copy of each of the above-mentioned documents
Other Information
- Please call ETS for latest updates and questions.
Online Forms
Processing Instructions
- Please forward the completed requirements as detailed above to:
Express Travel Services
10211 Pacific Mesa Blvd, Suite 401
San Diego, CA 92121
Toll Free: 1-866-376-1125
Fax Number: 1-858-225-0786
Email: info@etsonweb.com
Your application will be sent in to the Embassy.
Fees for Express Travel Services
- $50.00 - Per visa/non-rush
- $75.00 - Rush
- $150 - Expedite
Consular Fees
- Please contact ETS for fees.
These fees are subject to change at any time by the Embassy.
Return Postage
- $14 Courier Service 2nd Business Day
- $20 Courier Service (Priority Overnight)
- $40 Courier Service (Saturday Delivery)
- $55.00 Courier service (First Overnight)
We use only Fedex services
Please note: Fed-ex charges may vary by location.
For Further Information Contact
Consulate General of Switzerland
11766 Wilshire Boulevard Ste 1400
Los Angeles, CA 90025
310 575-1145
http://www.eda.admin.ch/washington_emb/e/home.html
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Express Travel Services
10211 Pacific Mesa Blvd, Suite 401 San Diego, CA 92121
Toll Free: 1-866-376-1125, Fax number: 1-858-225-0786
Email: info@etsonweb.com
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