Important information about visa
As from 1st December 2017, Kenyan Passport holders are subjected to a consultation procedure between the Schengen States.
The minimum time for processing Schengen applications will therefore rises to 10 working days.
Visa – Entry to and residence in Switzerland
Important information notice from Schengen Member States
According to Article 12 (a) of the Regulation (EC) No. 810/2009, commonly known as "Visa Code", the validity of a travel document shall extend at least three months after the intended date of departure from the Territory of the Schengen Member State. According to an official notification from the Kenyan authorities issued to all diplomatic missions, all Kenyan passports – except the new East African Community biometric e-Passport – will be rendered invalid from 1 September 2019. The Schengen Member States therefore wish to inform the Kenyan public that from 1 June 2019 only the new East African Community biometric e-Passport can be accepted for Schengen visa applications.
Various regulations apply for entering Switzerland. A basic distinction is made between citizens of the European Union (EU) and European Free Trade Association (EFTA) countries and those of other countries. The State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) is the responsible authority in Switzerland.
Since Switzerland’s adherence to the Schengen and Dublin agreements came into force (12 December 2008), Swiss representations abroad are able to issue certain types of visa, depending on the purpose of the intended stay in Switzerland. Please select one of the following options.
Information for citizens of EU and EFTA countries
Citizens of EU and EFTA countries will find information regarding admission requirements and employment on the webpages of the SEM.
