Switzerland visa requirements for Botswanas

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Botswanas visiting Switzerland

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Swiss Visa.


  • An International passport valid for at least three months beyond stay in Switzerland with two pages for visa stamping.
  • Copies of current and previous passports.
  • Visa application form duly completed and signed.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs.
  • Medical travel insurance worth a minimum of £30,000.
  • Hotel/ accommodation booking.
  • Letter from employer.
  • Cover letter.
  • Proof of civil status.
  • Invitation letter.
  • Trip itinerary.
  • Receipt of visa fees.

Switzerland Visa for Botswanas

Facts about Switzerland


Switzerland is a top destination for tourists and business people alike. Banking and finance are major industries in the country and it is little wonder the country has the highest nominal wealth per adult in the world. Tourism is no way abandoned in the country. There are a lot of attractions tourists can visit when they are in the country. Ski resorts and hiking trails are aplenty in the country. The country’s landscape is a sight to behold.

An average of 2.2 million visitors arrives in the country monthly to appreciate the beautiful landscape of the country.

In the city of Ticino, which is the Italian-speaking section of Switzerland, it is a crime to veil ones the face in public places. Doing so could attract a fine between the range of CHF100 to CHF10,000.

Types of Switzerland Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 10-15 days 90 days
Business visa 10-15 days 90 days

General Requirements for Switzerland Visa


  • An International passport valid for at least three months beyond stay in Switzerland with two pages for visa stamping.
  • Copies of current and previous passports.
  • Visa application form duly completed and signed.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs.
  • Medical travel insurance worth a minimum of £30,000.
  • Hotel/ accommodation booking.
  • Letter from employer.
  • Cover letter.
  • Proof of civil status.
  • Invitation letter.
  • Trip itinerary.
  • Receipt of visa fees.

Switzerland Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

64.00 (USD)

Business visa

64.00 (USD)

Switzerland Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Botswana


Location

Address

Gaborone

Chapaeva 14/10, uff. 103 Gaborone Botswana

www.eda.admin.ch/pretoria

gaborone@honreps.ch

(+267) 26 300-8193

Frequently Asked Questions


When is the best time to visit Switzerland?

The months of April-June and September-October are considered the best time to visit Switzerland. These seasons are called the 'shoulder' seasons and the weather is usually warm and pleasant. Tourists also visit less during this period.


Is Switzerland expensive to visit?

A research in 2016 showed Switzerland as the most expensive European country to visit. To be able to do the basics such as get a decent accommodation, food and outdoor activities, visitors to Switzerland should have about $75 USD per day. 


What currency is used in Switzerland?

Even though Switzerland is a European country, it is not part of the European Union and as such does not use the Euro. The official currency of Switzerland is Swiss Franc (or Franken or franco, depending on the language area) and its symbol is CHF, placed immediately before the amount with no space in between.


Can I drink tap water in Switzerland?

Both food and water in Switzerland are perfectly safe for consumption. Swiss value cleanliness and restaurants are controlled by strict rules. Even though the water is safe for drinking if you see public fountains marked Kein Trinkwasser! - Pas potable! - Non potabile! then do not drink it. It is not fit for consumption.


Can I use my foreign sim in Switzerland?

To avoid a bill of hundreds of thousands, it is advisable to get a Switzerland pre-paid public phone. The phones are usually cheap and have a GSM standard of 900/1800Mhz bands. There are lots of network providers in the country but Swisscom mobile network coverage is the best, close to 100% by area, even in the mountainous, and non-populated areas.


How can I get a job in Switzerland?