Visa for Switzerland
The exact procedure a student has to go through to obtain an entry visa and a students’ permit for Switzerland depends on the nationality and age of the student, their length of stay and the type of accommodation (boarding school or other accommodation).
Students coming from a member country of the ALCP
These students are allowed to enter Switzerland and stay in the country due to the agreement of free movement of persons. So you have the possibility to enter Switzerland just with your valid passport or identity card.To enter Switzerland:
- Passport or identity card
- No visa required
Permit of residence in Switzerland:
No permit required
Announce of arrival in Switzerland:
Not necessary
Announce of departure from Switzerland:
Not necessary
Students coming from a country NOT member of the ALCP
Students coming from a country NOT member of the ALCP To enter Switzerland:- Tourist visa required for some nationalities (Overview of ID and Visa provisions for entry into Switzerland)
Permit of residence in Switzerland:
No permit required
Announce of arrival in Switzerland:
Not necessary
Announce of departure from Switzerland:
Not necessary
Useful links
Swiss Representations abroadFind the closest Swiss consulate or embassy in your country
What do you need for you Swiss visa
Overview of ID and Visa provisions for entry into Switzerland
Visa application forms
Download your visa application form in different languages with guiderules
