Switzerland
Visa Requirements
General Requirements for all Categories
§ Three application forms completely filled in (by typewriter/computer) and signed by the applicant
§ Three recent (not older than 6 months) passport-size photographs with white background ears must be visible. Computer printouts are not accepted
§ Passport valid for at least three months beyond the intended stay
§ One clear photocopy of your passport (pages with info) & Schengen / UK / US visa (if any)
§ Previous passports, if any (no copies)
§ List of all children (NADRA B Form)
§ List of relatives living abroad
§ Self-declaration on true statements (Introduction Letter)
§ Proof of an existing round trip ticket (Booking slip one month before)
§ Proof of an existing travel health insurance valid for the Schengen states and covering a minimum amount of 30,000 Euros for medical treatment and home repatriation in case of illness or death (plus one photocopy)
Additional Documents for Business Visa
§ Letter of invitation from the Swiss business partner, stating duration and purpose of visit
§ Letter of introduction from applicant's company or employer stating his position and duration of employment Proof of business activities with an company in Switzerland (agency, agreement, etc)
§ Certificate from the Chamber of Commerce & Industry
§ Hotel reservation and full address of Hotelin case of attending a FAIR / Exhibition
§ Confirmation of flight reservation (Booking slip one month before)
§ If you have been refused a visa by an Embassy or High Commission in the last 2 Years; written explanation about reason for trip refusal
§ If you are Employed
-Letter from the employer (non-objection certificate), Original bank statement for the last 3 months.
-Provide your company documentation, Ex: company registration, partnership deed, tax registration and Original bank statement for the last 3 months
Additional Documents for Visit Visa
§ Letter of invitation by the host in Switzerland mentioning name, duration, guarantee of expenses along with copy of Swiss Passport / residence permit
§ Proof of sufficient financial means for the planned stay
§ Proof of income (salary certificate, extracts of bank accounts of the last six months etc)
§ Proof of property (translated in English)
§ Confirmation of flight reservation
§ If you have been refused a visa by an Embassy or High Commission in the last 2 years written explanation about reason for trip refusal.
Additional Documents for Tourist Visa
§ Proof of sufficient financial means for the planned stay (e.g)
§ Proof of income (salary certificate, extracts of bank accounts of the last 6 months etc)
§ Proof of Property (Translated in English)
§ Proof of Travel Arrangements (Hotel Booking, flight reservatioin) (Booking slip one month before)
§ If you have been refused a visa by an Embassy or High Commission in the last 2 years; written explaination about reason for trip refusal
§ Please note that Embassy might ask for additional documents if found necessary, Application will only be accepted and processed after the submission of all documents
§ The failure to produce all requirements will result in the REFUSAL of the visa
§ Copy of CNIC
IMPORTANT:
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list. If necessary, you may be requested to bring additional documentation. Photocopies of all relevant documents must be provided for the Embassy (Please bring along all original documents, they may need to been see).
Do not submit originals. Once submitted, no documents will be returned.
To avoid disappointment, Please submit the completed visa application at least 2 Weeks prior to departure.
Note:
Visa case can be submitted through FedEx. Personal Appearance is exempted.
Processing Time:
For all category, minimun time take one month.
FedEx Submission Time:
Monday - Thursday : 0900 to 1230
Friday 0900 to 1130
Passport Collection: Monday - Friday 1400 to 1700
REQUIRED INFORMATION FOR VISA PROCESSING:
§ Marital Status
§ Parents Name
§ Spouse's Name, Date of Birth and Place of Birth
§ Permanent & Current place of Residence
§ Email Address