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Apply for a visa: Travel abroad safely

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If you are a Swiss citizen traveling outside the European Union, you will need a visa for many destinations. This may be a tourist visa; in some cases, a work visa, a residence visa, or another form of residence permit is required.
Don’t have time to take care of all the formalities yourself? We can apply for a visa on your behalf!!We will inform you about the required documents and provide them for you. We handle all the necessary steps to obtain the required visa..

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Need a visa for your trip soon? Then you’ve come to the right place! We offer you a comprehensive service and apply for the visa at the responsible consulate or embassy on your behalf. Whether you are traveling to Russia, India, China, or any other country requiring a visa – we are your competent point of contact and professional visa service in Switzerland for all your questions..

We are fast, reliable, competent, and offer the best prices in Switzerland! Whether you need a tourist visa, business visa, transit visa, or just an invitation letter – we are happy to help.

Contact our free 24/7 visa hotline at +41 41 410 61 61.

In 3 steps to your visa

1

Choose your country

Click on your destination. All necessary information will then be displayed.
2

Send documents

Send us your documents by registered mail. We will return your visa as quickly as possible.
3

Pay for your visa

Pay for your visa in cash, via e-banking, credit card, or by invoice. More info under Cash Desk.

Which visa do I need to apply for?

In many countries around the world, visitors from Switzerland are required to have a visa. If you are planning a private trip for a set period, the appropriate tourist visa or visitor visa will allow you to stay abroad. If you are traveling for business, as a student, journalist, or aid worker, you will need to apply for a different visa. Depending on the purpose of your trip, you can apply for the following visas:

  • - Tourist visa or visitor visa
  • - Work visa or business visa
  • - Crew visa, group visa, or transit visa
  • - Student visa, intern visa, or research visa
  • - Journalist visa or cultural visa
  • - eTA or ESTA

Note: As a Swiss citizen, you do not need to apply for a visa to travel to countries within the European Union! With your ID card or passport, you have free entry to the countries of the Schengen area.

Do you already have travel insurance?
For certain destinations, travel insurance is required. You can obtain it from us – quickly, easily, and affordably.

 

Apply for a tourist visa

As an independent traveler or package tourist, you are entitled to stay in a country requiring a visa. You must apply for the appropriate tourist visa. The validity of the residence permit varies from country to country. There are also significant differences in the cost of the visa application and the requirements. Check our country pages for the individual conditions for tourist visas or contact us – we can apply for your tourist visa for you.

Note: The consulate responsible for tourist visas for the respective destination country is located in Switzerland. This is where the documents for the visa application must be submitted. In some cases, you must appear in person at the consulate; sometimes you can appoint an authorized representative – like us – to do so.

Difference between tourist visa and visitor visa

If you are traveling to another country for personal reasons, you can apply for a visitor visa or private visa. You usually need a so-called non-immigrant visa for visiting purposes. This ensures that private entries are for a limited stay and not for migration. With such a visa, you may not work abroad but can handle personal matters or have documents certified locally.

Work visa or business visa?

If you plan to work and be employed abroad, you must apply for a work visa. If you are only attending meetings or negotiations, a business visa is often sufficient. For highly qualified workers, the so-called expert visa may also be an option.

ETA and ESTA

Swiss citizens and citizens of certain other countries do not require traditional visa applications for several countries but another form of travel authorization. For example, for entry to Australia, Canada, India, or Sri Lanka, an eTA (“Electronic Travel Authority”) is required – an electronic travel authorization. Similarly, ESTA (“Electronic System for Travel Authorization”) is an electronic travel authorization system used in the USA for shorter stays. The relevant application form must be filled out online in advance. Upon entry, officials check for the corresponding registration and your passport.

The appropriate application form to meet the requirements of your stay can be easily found on the page of the respective country. You can fill it out there and send it to us. Once the fee has been paid, you will usually receive the appropriate visas within 2 hours!

We handle your visa applications: Reliable and fast

Contact us if you would like to apply for a visa! We will inform you about all requirements and documents needed and provide you with the visa application form and many other forms. The documents can be filled out in German, French, or English. We arrange a timely appointment and ensure everything is completed before your departure – for smooth travel preparation and a worry-free stay!

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