Please submit the documents in the exact order given below, please do not staple any document.
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. Handwritten passports and passports with observations regarding the front page (bio data) cannot be accepted.

• passport size picture:
• White background, not older than 6 months (size 35 – 40 mm in width, not copied or scanned picture).
• Picture to be pasted on the application 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
• Visa application form :
• Completed and signed by the applicant, if applicable, authorization of third person.
• If the applicant is a minor: visa application signed by legal guardian/s and if applicable, authorization of third person.
• (Proving the custody of a minor child, divorce papers, death certificate etc.).
• Introduction letter :
• Letter (original document), needs to be on a business letterhead from the employer/company.
• Letter needs to be signed and stamped by HR or directorate, mentioning position and duration of service.
• No objection statement’ regarding the planned trip to Switzerland/Schengen States.
• Mentioning of travel dates and purpose of trip.
• Travel Insurance :
• Please refer to the list of approved Indian travel insurances:
• https://www.eda.admin.ch/dam/countries/countries-content/india/en/visa/SchengetList-Travel_Insurance_Companies-
• EN.pdf
•  Minimum coverage of 30,000 Euro/ 50,000 CHF per person.
•  Coverage of all expenses which might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons, urgent medical attention
• and/or emergency hospital treatment.
•  The insurance has to cover the entire stay within the Schengen territory.
•  Applicants who wish to apply for a six months or a one year multiple visa are not obliged to provide a 180 (365) day
• coverage. It is sufficient to submit an insurance policy covering the first journey.
• Flight reservation :
• With names of all travelers.

If applicable proof of intra-Schengen flights, train itinerary or car rental.
Proof of accommodation in Switzerland / Schengen states :
Confirmation of hotel reservations, package tours, advance payments.