Switzerland is one place that has and deserves to have a place in everyone’s bucket list, right? No matter how many places you visit around the world, not visiting Swizterland will always leave a void. I am sure you would feel the same too as everyone is just obsessed with Switzerland. If your answer is no, then you might want to rethink or google about Switzerland. See, we all love magic, right? And, one such magical place is Switzerland. Okay, let’s now give it a thought. Who wouldn’t want to get awestruck by the glaciers, breathtaking alps, vibrant culture and delicious cuisines? Want to take a trip to Switzerland and wonder how to visit? First things first, we need a visa to enter Switzerland from Dubai. Now let’s have a look at all the steps on ‘how to apply for Switzerland visa Dubai’.
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All the swiss visas for UAE residents are now handled by VFS Global Dubai or Abu Dhabi and not the Swiss Embassy. So, if you are a UAE resident and planning a trip to Switzerland, check out where you need to submit your application form.
- If you are someone residing in the Emirates of Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman, Umm Al-Quwain or Fujairah, you must submit your application at VFS Global Dubai.
Location: Joint Visa Application Centre, Wafi Mall, Level 2, Falcon, Phase 2, Umm Hurair 2.
- If your residency visa was issued by Emirate of Al Ain and Abu Dhabi, you must submit your application in VFS Global Abu Dhabi.
Location: Level 25, Shining Tower, Mubarak Bin Mohammed Street, 26th Street, Adjacent to Khalidyah Mall, 30023.
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Swiss visa Dubai
Only UAE residents would need a visa to enter Switzerland while UAE citizens don’t. To know more, keep reading as this article has all the information about Swiss visa Dubai for UAE residents and citizens.
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Switzerland visa for UAE citizens
Are you a UAE citizen? Then we have great news for you. Switzerland is one of the Schengen countries which allows the citizens of certain countries to travel visa-free. And fortunately, your country is one too. You now don’t need to wait for days or go through the process of swiss visa Dubai. Already feeling relaxed? However, just make sure that you carry the following documents with you.
- A proper UAE passport with a minimum validity of six months from the date of the arrival back in Dubai.
- Choosing the right purpose of visit.
- Proof of financial means to support their stay in Switzerland.
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Switzerland visa for UAE residents
If you are a UAE resident and wanting to visit Switzerland, you need a Swiss Schengen visa and your UAE resident visa to enter this beautiful country. Let’s now dive deep into the process of Swiss visa Dubai for UAE residents.
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Process of Switzerland visa Dubai
- Fill up the application form online by visiting the Embassy of Switzerland website or download the form from the website and submit at the centre directly.
- Once you submit your application, book your appointment with the Visa Application Centre for biometric information. A payment of 127 AED would be collected. After which, you would get the Visa Appointment Letter which is the gateway to your visa getting approved. Check the date and be there at the centre even before the scheduled time.
- On the date of the appointment, visit the VFS Global and submit your application with all the necessary documents and the visa fee.
- Keep tracking the status of your application.
- Once you get the results, go and collect your passport (Hopefully with your Swiss visa).
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Documents required for Switzerland visa Dubai
- An application form that’s completely filled and signed by the applicant
- Recently taken passport size photos (no longer than 6 months) – Taken in a white background, a no-smile picture, 80% face coverage.
- Original passport
- UAE resident visa
- Return flight tickets
- Hotel reservation details. If you are staying with a friend or a relative, a letter from them.
- Travel insurance
- Proof of financial means (Bank statement for the last 3 months)
- If you are minor – Parent’s passports, a letter from them.
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FAQs about applying for Switzerland visa Dubai
Here are some of the commonly asked questions about Switzerland visa processing in Dubai.
1. How long will it take for Switzerland visa Dubai to get processed?
Once you submit your visa application form at the centre, it will at least take 10-15 working days for your Swiss visa to get processed or maybe more in exceptional cases.
2. What if the visa gets rejected? Will it be eligible for a refund?
You would have to go through the same process yet again if your visa gets rejected. No matter what, the visa fee will not be refunded.
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Now that you have cracked the most important puzzle of ‘how to apply for Switzerland visa Dubai’, don’t you think its’ time that you fill up your application, submit it to the VFS Global and get your passport stamped?
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