SWITZERLAND
SWITZERLAND, Embassy of the Swiss Confederation.Address : Visa Section, Embassy of Switzerland 24th Floor Equitable Bank Tower
8751 Paseo de Roxas, 1226 Makati City
Metro Manila, PHILIPPINES
Tel. No. : (632) 757 9001 then press 1
Mondays thru Thursdays
from 1:30 until 4:00PM only- (for Inquiries and
follow-up)
Fax : (632) 757 3717
E-mail : jakie.jose@eda.admin.ch/manila; manvertretung@eda.admin.ch
www.eda.admin.ch/manila
Website : www.eda.admin.ch/manila
Visiting Hours : Mondays thru Fridays - 9:00am to 12nn
IMPORTANT REMINDERS: Please read carefully!
• Visa applications are accepted on an appointment basis only.
• Please be punctual. Come on time for your appointment.
• Please make sure that you have all the necessary documents and
fees when you apply. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Visa applications are decided on a “case to case” basis.
• Compliance with the requirements does not guarantee the
issuance of a visa.
• Misrepresentation or fraud at any stage of the process will
automatically disqualify you from obtaining a visa.
• The Embassy cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for
any inconvenience or losses incurred if you fail to comply with the
visa application procedures.
A. How do I schedule an appointment?
Appointments are given on a “first come, first served” basis. There is no priority
/ waiting list. Schedule your appointments at least 4-6 weeks prior to your
planned departure date in order to allow sufficient time for the processing of
your applications.
Appointments are scheduled, confirmed and cancelled by calling the Visa
Hotline. This service is available Mondays thru Fridays from 8:00 until 9:00
AM only.
To call, simply dial (+632) 757 9001 then press 1.
B. How much is the visa processing fee?
The visa processing fee is a NON-REFUNDABLE fee collected by the Visa
Officer at the Visa Counter upon filing of the application. This processing fee
applies to all visa applications, regardless of the type of visa (tourist, transit,
visit, business or official, study, others) and number of entries (1, 2 or multiple)
applied for. It is payable in Philippine Peso and on “cash” basis only. The
amount may change depending on the prevailing foreign monetary exchange
rate. Php 2, 200.00, Please prepare the exact amount.
C. Where do I get the visa application form?
The application form is free-of-charge and may be photocopied. It is available
from our receptionist, or you may download the PDF file from the website of
the Embassy: http://www.eda.admin.ch/manila_emb/e/home/touri.html
D. What are the visa requirements and how long is the processing?
• The Visa Officer may ask you to submit additional requirements, if
deemed necessary.
• Please bring the original documents and provide the Embassy with
clear photocopies.
The requirements listed below are applicable to Filipino citizens as well as
foreign nationals who have valid residence status in the Philippines and
require a visa to enter Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
If you are not a citizen of the Philippines, please consult the website of the
Swiss Federal Office for Migration (BFM) for the list of visa exemptions: http:/
/www.weisungen.bfm.admin.ch/einreise/visumvorschriften_e.asp
If you are in possession of a valid residence card / permit for other countries,
please consult the website of the Swiss Federal Office
for Migration (BFM) for the list of visa exemptions: http://
www.weisungen.bfm.admin.ch/einreise/index_visumvorschriften_e.asp
Visa issuance and schedule of release:
1. Individuals: 2-3 working days from the date of approval
2. Groups (consisting of 5 or more individuals): 3-4 working days from
the date of approval
3. Release of visas: from 2:00 until 3:00 PM (Mondays thru Thursdays)
and from 1:00 until 2:00 PM (Fridays)
General requirements:
• One visa application form, which is completely and properly filledout and signed by the applicant
• One clear passport picture (Must be taken within the last six months.)
• Valid passport (Must be valid at least 3 months after leaving Swiss territory.)
• Photocopy of valid passport as well as old passports containing
valid visas (Inside front cover containing holder’s information, photo
and signature; Inside back cover containing „Important reminders“
and other passport information.)
• Photocopy of all valid visas
• Personal appearance by the applicant
• Visa processing fee (Please prepare the exact amount.)
For foreign nationals who have valid residence status in the
Philippines, submit also a copy of the Alien Certificate of Registration
(ACR) and Re-Entry permit.
Additional requirements:
1. Tourist Visa
If you are in possession of a valid visa applicable for all Schengen States
and your stay in Switzerland is within the validity period of your Schengen
visa and does not exceed 90 days, submit the following supporting
documents:
• Computer printout of confirmed roundtrip air travel reservation as
well as a detailed, day-to-day itinerary of planned trip (Do not yet
buy an airline ticket. The Embassy cannot be held responsible for
any financial losses in case you have to return a ticket.)
• International travel insurance (Must have a coverage of at least
Php1M to cover expenses for personal accident, urgent medical
treatment, urgent admission in a hospital or urgent repatriation on
medical grounds; coverage area must include Switzerland and
Liechtenstein)
If you are NOT in possession of a valid visa applicable for all Schengen
States, then submit the following documents:
• Computer printout of confirmed roundtrip air travel reservation
(Do not yet buy an airline ticket. The Embassy cannot be held
responsible for any financial losses in case you have to return a ticket.)
• International travel insurance (Must have a coverage of at least
Php1M to cover expenses for personal accident, urgent medical
treatment, urgent admission in a hospital or urgent repatriation on
medical grounds; coverage area must include Switzerland and Liechtenstein)
• Detailed itinerary of planned trip / schedule of activities
• Proof of accommodation: hotel booking confirmation containing
the complete name and address of the hotel
• Valid visa in the passport for the country / -ies of destination after
Switzerland based on confirmed itinerary of trip
• Proof of financial resources: latest bank statements, bank books,
latest international credit card statements
• If employed: employment certificate with approved leave of
absence and income statement, recent income tax return
• If self-employed: official business registration certificate or SEC registration
2. Transit Visa
• Valid visa in the passport for the main country / -ies of
destination based on confirmed itinerary of trip
• Computer printout of confirmed roundtrip air travel reservation
as well as a detailed day-to-day itinerary of planned trip (Do
not yet buy an airline ticket. The Embassy cannot be held
responsible for any financial losses in case you have to return a ticket.)
• International travel insurance (Must have a coverage of at least
Php1M to cover expenses for personal accident, urgent
medical treatment, urgent admission in a hospital or urgent
repatriation on medical grounds; coverage area must include
Switzerland and Liechtenstein)
Airport transit: You do not need a visa if you stay within the airport premises
and your stay does not exceed 48 hours.
3. Visa for Business or Official Travel
• A fax confirmation sent directly to the Visa Section (Visa Fax #:
+632 757 3717) from the business partner / official contact in
Switzerland containing the complete details of the travel
arranged by the company (purpose, duration, travel and
accommodation arrangements as well as financial guarantee
including an international travel insurance to cover expenses
for personal accident, urgent medical treatment, urgent
admission in a hospital or urgent repatriation on medical
grounds; coverage area must include Switzerland and
Liechtenstein).
If you are in possession of a valid official or diplomatic passport and your
stay in Switzerland does not exceed 90 days, then you do not need a visa
to enter the Swiss territory.
4. Visitor’s Visa (tourist visa sponsored by relative or friend)
• Birth certificate (preferably issued by the NSO).
• If your birth is stamped „delayed / late registration, submit further proof:
• Baptismal certificate (issued at the time of baptism) with
the address and telephone number of the church
• All school records / transcript of records
• All other documents submitted to the Local Civil Registrar
when birth was registered late.
You may also be required to submit the following documents:
• If you are married: marriage contract
• If you are a widow / widower: death certificate of deceased spouse
• If you have any children: birth certificates of children below 18 years old
• If applicable, proof of financial resources: latest bank statements,
bank books, latest international credit card statements
• If employed: employment certificate with approved leave of
absence and income statement, income tax return from the
previous year
• If self-employed: official business registration certificate or SEC registration
An “Additional Questionnaire” will be handed to you when you file your
application. You have to fill-out this form completely and truthfully. Submit
this questionnaire together with the other requirements. If you receive a
positive evaluation based on the interview and verification of your
documents, you will be given the “Declaration of Guarantee” form. All further
steps will be explained by the Visa Officer. Please note that this procedure
takes approximately 45-60 days and inform your sponsor accordingly.
For more information about the “Declaration of Guarantee” form, you may
download the Information Leaflet available on PDF file:
http://www.bfm.admin.ch/fileadmin/user_upload/Themen_deutsch/
Auslaender/Einreise/merkblatt_bfm_e.pdf