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South African to Switzerland Visa Required

Visa requirements for South African passport holders traveling to Switzerland

Entry Requirements

Required Documents

  • 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

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    One recent passport-sized photograph meeting Schengen visa photo requirements.

  • Flight booking confirmation

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    Proof of onward and return flight reservations covering the duration of the Swiss visit.

  • Hotel confirmation letter

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    Confirmed accommodation bookings for the entire stay in Switzerland.

  • Travel insurance certificate

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    Travel health insurance covering emergency medical treatment and repatriation for all Schengen countries, minimum coverage of 30,000 EUR.

  • Bank statement

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    Personal bank statements from the last 3 months with original bank stamp demonstrating sufficient funds (minimum CHF 100 per day required).

  • Purpose of visit statement

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    Letter 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.

Optional Documents

  • 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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