Switzerland

Universities/Colleges

• LA XENIA International Institute of Switzerland
• INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ACADEMY OF SWITZERLAND (IBAS)
• Swiss Language School(Language Link Lausanne)

Student with a stay in Switzerland for more than 90 days

The authorization lies in the competence of the canton in Switzerland, therefore kindly submit 3 application forms and 2 sets of the required documents as specified below:

• Valid national passport (issued within the last 10 years and with at least 3 months validity after the scheduled return; with at least two blank pages); passports with observations regarding the front page (bio data) cannot be accepted.
• 4 passport size pictures, not older than 6 months (size 35 – 40 mm in width, no copy or scanned picture) : 3 pictures pasted on the three application forms , the 4th picture to be clipped face down on top right hand corner of the form, stapled or pinned pictures cannot be accepted; for more details, please refer to :
  http://www.icao.int/Security/mrtd/Downloads/Technical%20Reports/Annex_A-Photograph_Guidelines.pdf rel="nofollow"
• 3x Visa application form completed, all forms signed in original by the applicant & authorization for third person if applicable
• Previous passport if any
• 2 x (1 original + 1copy) personal covering letter signed by the student mentioning:
  • The reason for pursuing studies in Switzerland
  • Future plans: professional development intended by the student after having finished his / her studies in Switzerland, explanation on how the student is going to benefit from his / her studies in the future
  • A confirmation that the student will leave Switzerland after completion of the studies
• 2 x copies acceptance / confirmation / registration letter from the school, university, etc. in Switzerland confirming that the school entrance fee has been paid (with relevant bank statement) – if applicable
• 2 x copies proof of academic degrees (previous diplomas / certificates / English language certificates such as TOEFL or IELTS or language certificates of German, French or Italian language if available) and 2 x curriculum vitae
• 2 x copies proof of financial status by the applicant or the sponsoring person (parents etc.) if no fellowship is granted (all documents have to be in format A4):
  • If Employed:
    • Last 3 month’s salary slips and last 3 month’s salary bank account statements
    • Last 3 month’s personal bank account statements
    • Personal Income Tax Return for the last 2 years
  • If Self-Employed:
    • Business registration certificate / Partnership Deed / Proof of proprietorship, or other proof of ownership
    • Last 3 month’s personal & business bank account statements
    • Company’s Income Tax Return for the last 2 years
• 2 x clear photocopies of valid Schengen Visas and of valid UK/USA visas (if any)
• If you have been refused a visa by an Embassy or High Commission in the last 2 years: 2 x copies of refusal notice or a written explanation about the reasons of travel and refusal
• 2 x clear photocopies of the 1st and last page of the passport (bio data)
• Visa fee : EUR 60.00 adults + postal charges + additional fee if language test is required

Kindly note: Depending on the school / university chosen by the applicant, the Embassy may ask for additional documents or may evaluate the student’s language skills by conducting a language test.

Embassy

VFS

WEB SITE :

http://www.eda.admin.ch/newdelhi