Visa requirements for South African passport holders traveling to Switzerland
Valid passport with 3+ months validity
Passport must be valid for at least three months beyond the planned stay in Switzerland. It must also have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
Completed visa application form
Fully filled and signed Schengen visa application form as per Swiss consulate instructions.
Passport photograph
Get InstantlyOne recent passport-sized photograph meeting Schengen visa photo requirements.
Flight booking confirmation
Get InstantlyProof of onward and return flight reservations covering the duration of the Swiss visit.
Hotel confirmation letter
Get InstantlyConfirmed accommodation bookings for the entire stay in Switzerland.
Travel insurance certificate
Get InstantlyTravel health insurance covering emergency medical treatment and repatriation for all Schengen countries, minimum coverage of 30,000 EUR.
Bank statement
Get InstantlyPersonal bank statements from the last 3 months with original bank stamp demonstrating sufficient funds (minimum CHF 100 per day required).
Purpose of visit statement
Get InstantlyLetter explaining the purpose and itinerary of the tourist visit.
Photocopy of the passport data page
Clear photocopy of the main page of the passport showing personal data.
Biometric data (fingerprints and photo)
Applicants aged 12 and above must submit biometric data at the visa application center; valid for 59 months.
Previous Schengen visa copies (if applicable)
Photocopies of previous Schengen visas from the last 2 years including entry and exit stamps, if any.
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