Switzerland – Schengen Visa

Apply for your Swiss Short-Term Schengen Visa

Visa Overview

The Switzerland Short-Term Schengen Visa (Type C) allows Filipino travelers to visit Switzerland and other Schengen member states for tourism, business, family visits, and other short-stay purposes up to 90 days within a 180-day period.

Visa Details

Visa Type: Short-Term Schengen (Type C)
Purpose: Tourism
Validity: Up to 90 days within 180-day period
Processing: 15 days from complete submission

Application Form

Duly completed, dated and signed by applicant or legal guardian
Write in block letters using only black or blue ink
If applicant is a minor, both parents must sign the form

Passport Requirements

Current passport valid for at least 6 months after planned stay
At least 2 sequential empty pages
Copy of all relevant pages (bio data, photo, signature, back page)
Copies of Schengen, UK, USA, and Canada visas for the past 10 years

Flight Reservation

Roundtrip air travel reservation
Intra-Schengen flight, train itinerary, or car rental (if applicable)

Important: Do NOT purchase airline tickets yet. The Embassy cannot be held responsible for financial losses if you have to return a ticket.

Third Country Travel: If traveling to a third country (UK, USA, etc.) after leaving Schengen area, obtain that country’s visa first.

Travel Insurance Requirements

Required Coverage:

Medical attention and treatment including COVID-19
Transportation home for treatment + body repatriation
Minimum coverage: €30,000 (or USD 50,000)
Valid for all 26 Schengen member states
Insurance company must be re-insured with TOLL FREE number listed
Must allow CASHLESS SETTLEMENTS only (no reimbursement)

Note: Embassy does not accept policies with sub-limits, exclusions, or conditions.

Accommodation & Itinerary

Proof of accommodation for each night of entire trip
Confirmed hotel reservations or copy of rental contract
Package tour confirmation and advance payments (if any)
Detailed daily itinerary and schedule of activities

Proof of Financial Means

Personal Bank Certificate – Stamped and signed original
Bank Statements – Last 6 months account activity
Credit Card Statement – Last 6 months
Property Documents – Land Title, Condo Title, Car Registration

If Sponsored:

Notarized Affidavit of Support (issued within 1 month)
Sponsor’s valid passport copy
Sponsor’s bank certificate with 6-month statements
PSA proof of relationship

Employment Documents

For Employees

Original Certificate of Employment
Leave approval letter with original stamp/signature
Copy of recent Income Tax Return (ITR)

For Self-Employed / Business Owner

DTI / SEC Business Registration
Latest GIS (for corporate business)
Updated Mayor’s Permit
Business Financial Statement (last 6 months)
Copy of ITR and COR

For Students

School Certification + Student ID
Letter from school authorizing absence (if during school year)

Identity/Marital Status

If Single: PSA Birth Certificate
If Married: PSA Birth Certificate + Marriage Certificate
If Widowed: PSA Birth Certificate + Marriage Certificate + Death Certificate

For Minors

Not traveling with both parents:
Notarized Affidavit of
Consent from non-traveling parent
Traveling alone: Notarized Affidavit of Support and Consent from both parents
DSWD Clearance
Copies of both parents’ passports or IDs with signatures

For Non-Filipino Applicants

Non-Filipino applicants with valid residency status in the Philippines must submit a copy of their Philippines residence permit.

How to Apply

Determine the type of visa you are applying for
Schedule an appointment – Submit filled application form, passport bio page copy, and pay visa fee
Prepare visa requirements and submit at least 2 weeks prior to appointment
Attend biometrics appointment at Swiss VFS Manila
Wait for passport release

VFS Application

Swiss VFS Manila Visa Application Centre
6th Floor, Circuit Corporate Center 2, Circuit Makati,
Theatre Drive, Makati 1207, Philippines

Accredited Insurance Companies

Malayan Insurance Company, Inc.
Standard Insurance Co
Pioneer Insurance and Surety Company
MAPFRE Insular Insurance Corporation
Oriental Assurance Corporation
Mercantile Insurance Company
PGA Sompo Insurance Corporation
MAA General Assurance Phils., Inc.
AXA Philippines
FPG Insurance

Assist-Card
Starr International Insurance Philippines
MPioneer
Pacific Cross Insurance, Inc.
Liberty Insurance
Cocogen Insurance
Philippine British Assurance Company
Paramount Life & General Insurance
Fortune General Insurance Corp.
ETIQA

Embassy Information

Embassy of Switzerland in the Philippines
24th Floor BDO Equitable Tower, 8751 Paseo de Roxas,
1226 Makati City, Metro Manila

+63 (2) 8845 45 45 (Press 1)

[email protected]

eda.admin.ch/manila

Important Notes

Non-Residents: Philippine nationals residing in another country must apply at the Swiss representation responsible for their place of residence.
Timing: Application can be submitted max. 180 days prior to departure date.
Passport: During visa processing period, return of passport is not possible.
Refunds: In case of refusal, visa fee will NOT be refunded.

Optional Services

Confirmed Flight Booking

₱500/pax

Detailed Itinerary

₱1,500/pax

Confirmed Hotel Booking

₱2,500/pax

Processing: 15 days from complete submission

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