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How to get a Switzerland visa from Philippines
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Filipino passport holders travelling to Switzerland.
Visa types & fees
4 visa options for travelling to Switzerland.
Business visa
Processing time4-7 days
Validity90 days
Student visa
Processing time10 - 15 days
Validity3 months
Tourist visa
Processing time15 days
Validity90 days
Work visa
Processing time8 weeks
Validity1 year
Application requirements
Documents Filipino applicants need to provide.
- A completely filled visa application form
- A Philippine passport with a validity of at least another three more months beyond your planned exit date from Switzerland.
- Two identical photographs size (35mm x 45mm) taken within the last three months.
- Evidence of legal residence in the Philippines.
- A round-trip flight Itinerary.
- Travel health insurance
- A document that shows where you will be accommodated during your stay in Switzerland.
- Proof that you have the financial means to support your stay in Switzerland.
- A cover letter, i.e the details of your trip should be clearly stated.
- If invited, a letter of invitation from the host/organization is required.
Visa type details
Student visa
- Student visas are issued to the Philippines who have been offered admission to study a course in Switzerland.
- An original letter of acceptance from the institution that the applicant has been accepted is required.
- Proof of payment of the registration and tuition fees, original and copy.
- A duly accomplished study visa application form.
- Letter of acceptance issued by a Switzerland university.
- Minors applying for this visa should ensure they are in possession of the original and two extra copies of their birth certificate.
- You are required to present two copies of your curriculum vitae during the visa application.
- Applicants of this visa are required to present original certificates they obtain from the schools they attended previously.
- All the documents to be submitted must be in English or a Swiss official language.
- Proof of sufficient financial means for coverage of living costs in Switzerland for the duration of schooling.
- Letter of motivation.
- Commitment to leave Switzerland on completion of studies.
Tourist visa
- A tourist visa is issued to the Philippines who have the intention of visiting Switzerland for leisure, tourism or visitation.
- A letter of invitation from your host in Switzerland is required.
- The Philippines who are employed are required to present a letter from their employer. The letter must state the applicant’s job position, salary level, and length of employment.
- Foreigners are not permitted to engage in business activities during their time in the country.
- A duly signed and accomplished tourist visa application form.
- Your host should provide a copy of his/her Switzerland residence permit.
- Medical insurance is required.
- A Philippine passport valid for 3 months is required.
- This visa allows you to honor an invitation from your friend or relative who holds permanent residence in Switzerland.
- Two passport size (35mm x 45mm) photographs with a white background.
Business visa
- A business visa is issued to the Philippines who are traveling to Switzerland to engage in business activities during their time in the country.
- A valid Philippine passport
- A business visa can enable a philippine to negotiate and sign business contracts with their partners during business meetings.
- Two passport size (35mm x 45mm) photographs.
- Philippine can attend trade fairs, conferences, and business seminars during their time in Switzerland.
- Medical insurance should be provided.
- Proof of registration of conferences to be attended by the applicant should be provided during the visa application.
- Proof of sufficient funds during the stay in Switzerland.
- A letter of invitation from the inviting company in Switzerland stating the duration and purpose of the applicant’s visit is required.
- A travel document providing the information's about the trip should be presented.
- A letter from the applicant’s employer in the Philippine should be provided. The letter should introduce the applicant and confirming continuing employment after the duration of the applicant’s business leave.
- A copy of the Philippine residence permit.
- Both original and photocopies of all the required documents should be provided during the visa application.
Work visa
- A work visa is issued to Philippine who has been offered employment by an employer in an organization in Switzerland.
- A Philippine passport valid for at least 3 months.
- The employment contract must be signed by both the employer and employee should be provided.
- Medical insurance is required.
- The letter must state the job position offered to the applicant and the duration of employment.
- The prospective employer in Switzerland must file the application for a work permit at the responsible Office of Migration in Switzerland.
- Proof of funds to support your stay in Switzerland.
- An authorization letter from the Cantonal Migration Authority should be provided.
- You are expected to declare your arrival at the Foreigners Police or Town Registrar within the first 8 days of your arrival.
- Two passport size (35mm x 45mm) photographs with a white background should be provided.
- Proof that there was no Swizz national qualified to take up the job that you were offered is required.
- A copy of your curriculum vitae should be provided.
- The Philippines are required to provide a copy of their residence permit.
Where to apply
Switzerland embassy & visa application centers in Philippines.
Makati
AddressSwitzerland P.O. Box 2068 Makati Central Post Office 1260 Makati, Metro Manila Philippines.
Phone+63 2 8845 45 39 +63 2 8845 45 45
Email[email protected]
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Frequently asked questions
What is Switzerland famous for
Switzerland is most famous for its inventions. They created Velcro, cellophane, the Swiss Army Knife, absinthe, the potato peeler, Helvetica font, LSD, muesli, edible chocolate gold, and milk chocolate to name a few.
What currency is used in Switzerland
The Swiss franc (CHF) is the only official currency in Switzerland (and in Liechtenstein). The franc is the only currency accepted everywhere in Switzerland.
Which month is the best month to visit Switzerland
The best time to visit Switzerland is between April and June, and September to October when the weather is at best.
Is Switzerland an expensive place to visit
Switzerland is an expensive country to visit, there's no doubt about it. A budget traveler should travel to Switzerland on is around $75 USD. At that price point, you'd have enough money to do the basics, stay in some hostels, go out, and enjoy some adventure and outdoor activities.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Switzerland visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.