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Zurich Visa Guide

Complete visa requirements for Indian passport holders

Visa Requirement
Visa Required

Last updated: November 2025

Key Information

Stay Duration
Up to 90 days within 180-day period
Processing Time
15 working days (can extend up to 30-60 days)
Visa Fee
CHF 80 (~₹7,500 / €80) for adults
Popular With
Nature lovers and luxury travelers

Key Requirements

  • Passport issued within last 10 years, valid for 3+ months after scheduled return
  • Passport with at least 2 blank pages
  • Travel insurance with €30,000 minimum coverage for Schengen area
  • Proof of accommodation for entire stay
  • Proof of sufficient financial means for trip
  • Confirmed return flight booking

Step-by-Step Application Process

  1. 1

    Confirm Switzerland is your main Schengen destination (longest stay)

  2. 2

    Fill Schengen visa application form online

  3. 3

    Book appointment at VFS Global Switzerland center

  4. 4

    Compile all required documents

  5. 5

    Attend VFS appointment - submit documents and biometrics

  6. 6

    Pay CHF 80 visa fee + VFS service charges

  7. 7

    Track application status online

  8. 8

    Receive passport with visa decision (typically 15 days)

Documents Required

  • Valid passport (3+ months validity beyond return, 2 blank pages)
  • Completed Schengen visa application form
  • Two recent passport photos (35mm x 45mm, white background)
  • Travel medical insurance (€30,000 Schengen coverage)
  • Flight reservation (round-trip)
  • Hotel bookings or invitation letter
  • Bank statements (last 4-5 months with healthy balance)
  • Employment letter with leave approval
  • Income Tax Returns (ITR)
  • Cover letter explaining trip purpose
  • Day-by-day travel itinerary

Pro Tips

  • Apply 1-2 months before travel - Switzerland is popular, appointments fill fast
  • Switzerland is expensive - show strong financial proof (₹2+ lakhs for 10 days)
  • Detailed itinerary covering Zurich, Lucerne, Interlaken helps approval
  • Travel insurance must cover all Schengen countries - get Schengen-specific policy
  • Hotel bookings should be refundable until visa approved
  • Previous Schengen/international travel significantly improves chances
  • VFS centers in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Kolkata handle Swiss visa applications
  • Swiss Alps and scenic trains make it dream destination - worth the effort!

Important Notes

  • • Switzerland Schengen visa valid for all 27 Schengen countries
  • • Must apply at Swiss embassy if Switzerland is longest stay destination
  • • Switzerland is NOT in EU but part of Schengen Area
  • • 90-day limit is for entire Schengen zone, not per country
  • • Cannot apply more than 180 days before travel or less than 15 days before
  • • Swiss franc (CHF) is currency - not Euro (though visa fee is equivalent)

Official Source

Visit official website

Best Time to Apply

1-2 months before travel

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