Moving To Switzerland

If you are moving to Switzerland to settle or visit for longer period learn about the official formalities and some necessary practical issues.

To migrate to Switzerland you must acquire a Switzerland visa to enter the country. You can apply for a visa to the nearest Embassy or Consulate of Switzerland covering your region. Generally it takes only 24 hours to issue the Switzerland visa if you submit all valid documents along with the application form. Visitors are recommended to apply for the visa 1 week prior to their journey. Sometimes the entire procedure may take 6 to 10 weeks for the Switzerland authorities’ approval.

Documents required for Switzerland visa

• 3 copies of completely filled application form
• 1 recent passport size photo
• At least 3 months valid passport or travel documents
• Evidence of sufficient fund to support yourself in Switzerland in the form of recent bank statement
• Letter of confirmation from the employer
• In case of student visa a letter of acceptance from the concerned academic institution
• Visa fees, the amount depends on your nationality

Your Switzerland visa application form along with the enclosed documents must clearly state your duration of stay in Switzerland and the purpose of your visit. The Switzerland embassy has the right to disapprove your visa application.

Besides acquiring the official permit, there are other practical necessities which will be bothering you once you immigrate to Switzerland. You have to organize your move, register your immigration in Switzerland, arrange home, get water supply, electricity and telephone connection, import your vehicle and find a school for your kids. There are hundreds of official formalities that will be worrying you once you are moving to Switzerland. Switzerland government assures you smooth ongoing of all official procedures if you have necessary and valid documents.