Visa - Frequently Asked Questions
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What type of visa is appropriate for my travel purpose?
A Type C visa is required for short-term stays of up to three months and destined for tourist purposes, such
as visiting relatives or friends, participating in sports or cultural events, for business, and schooling or study
programs. Type C visas are valid for the entire Schengen area, which is why they are commonly referred to a
Schengen visas.
Please note that people intending to come to Switzerland for the purpose of pursuing gainful employment, are
required to hold both a valid Schengen visa and work permit.
Type C visa are decided upon by the Swiss Embassy in Singapore and issued within 5-15 working days if the
documentation is in order.
A Type D visa is required for stays of more than three months' duration. This visa is a national visa, issued to
people who wish to stay in Switzerland legally and for a prolonged period of time. Stays subject to type D visa
requirements need to be previously authorized by the appropriate authorities Type D visas are typically issued
to people wishing to work or study in Switzerland, and for purposes of family reunification or lengthy medical
treatment
Type D visa are decided upon by the appropriate authorities in Switzerland. Processing time is 8-12 weeks.
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Do I need to make an appointment for the visa application?
Yes, please follow the instructions on the website.
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Can I pay by credit card or by cheque?
We do not accept credit card/cheque/NETS payment. Please bring sufficient cash with you.
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Do I need to come in person to hand in the application?
Yes
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Do my children also have to come for the visa application?
Children below 12 do not need to come to the Embassy in person
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Can I send someone else to pick up the visa?
Yes. You’ll be given a collection slip at the time of submission. The person who collects the visa for you must
present the said collection slip.
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Is an online bank statement sufficient?
No
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Can the invitation be faxed over from our Singapore company?
The invitation needs to be faxed directly to the Embassy from Switzerland
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Can I submit the visa application even if the invitation has not been faxed over yet?
No
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Can I submit the visa application even though I’m missing a document? And submit the missing
document at a later stage?
Applications will only be accepted if ALL documents are in order.
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I am not living nor working in Singapore. Can I still submit the visa application with the Embassy of
Switzerland in Singapore?
The Embassy in Singapore only accepts applications from those who hold a valid residence permit /
employment pass / dependent pass / student pass in Singapore
Singapore, 26.04.2013
Embassy of Switzerland in Singapore
1 Swiss Club Link
Singapore 288162
T: (0065) 6468 57 88 F: (0065) 6466 82 45
[email protected] / www.eda.admin.ch