Important Notice on VFS Visa Application
Following a regular public procurement procedure conducted by the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, a new contract has been awarded for the operation of Visa Application Centres. As of 1 July 2025, Schengen visa applications for Switzerland and all countries represented by Switzerland in Nepal (Liechtenstein, Poland, Belgium, Slovakia and Latvia)will be processed by VFS Global, the newly appointed external service provider.
A new website providing comprehensive information on the visa application process, required documentation, service fees, and available services will go live on 26 May 2025 and can be accessed via the following link.
Appointment bookings will open on 2 June 2025. Please note that appointments can only be scheduled from this date onwards.
We kindly ask all applicants to refrain from attempting to book an appointment until the system is officially active.
As of 1st November 2024, due to an update in Schengen rules, be aware that Schengen visa processing times may take longer than 15 days, especially during visa high season.
This change applies not only to Switzerland, but also to travel to the countries represented, such as Liechtenstein, Belgium, Poland, Slovakia and Latvia.
We therefore recommend all applicants to anticipate and organize their travel plan and visa application accordingly.
An appointment can be booked as early as 6 months prior to the date of your departure flight.