Switzerland D Type / Long-Stay Visa - Visa Consultancy Services

Overview

A Schengen “D” type visa or Long-Stay visa allows its holder to enter and stay in a Schengen country for more than 3 months.

It is issued for various purposes such as:

Study.
Academic Research.
Complete an internship or training program.
Employment.
Dependents of a D type visa holder.

You require a Schengen D type visa if you wish to travel to any of the 26 European countries in the Schengen area for longer than 90 days.

The applicant must submit an application for a D type / long-stay visa as well as all the supporting documents that are required according to the purpose of the intended stay.

SUBMISSION PROCESS

You must apply to the country:

Visa Process

Step 1:

Completing online / application form and other supplementary forms.

Step 2:

Creating online case profile.

Step 3:

Payment of applicable visa and biometric fee.

Step 4:

Scheduling the case submission appointments.

Step 5:

Collating all relevant documents including all financial related documents.

Step 6:

Sponsors documents.

Step 7:

Procuring official / supporting documents from Switzerland.

Step 8:

Appearing for the visa interview.

Step 9:

Collection of passport.

Documents Required

Original passport with minimum 3 month’s validity from date of departure from the Schengen area and with two available blank pages.
Appointment confirmation.
Online submitted / application form and other supplementary forms.
Any previous / expired passport.
Sponsorship / official documents (from Switzerland).
Company / Institute support letter.
Statement of purpose outlining the intent /reason for travel, travel itinerary, applicants profile etc.
Evidence of employment / business.
Evidence of income, savings and investments.
Evidence of leave approval.
Sponsorship documents from India (if applicable).
Sponsorship documents from Switzerland(if applicable).
Marriage certificate, children’s birth certificate (if applicable).
ID docs.
Travel itinerary.
Flight and hotel reservations to meet visa requirements.
Travel / Medical insurance to cover duration of trip (recommended).

Frequently asked questions

Which countries are part of the Schengen area?

The Schengen area comprises of 26 countries namely: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Netherlands, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Liechtenstein

How long should my passport be valid prior to visa application?

Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended stay in the Schengen area and have two available blank pages.

Is a personal interview mandatory?

It is at the discretion of the visa officer at the Embassy if they wish to call you in for a personal interview or not.

How soon can I apply for the visa?

3 months before your intended date of travel.

What is a Schengen D type / long-stay visa?

A Schengen “D” type visa or Long-Stay visa allows its holder to enter and stay in a Schengen country for more than 3 months.

How many times can I travel on my Schengen visa?

Duration of visa is at the discretion of the visa officer.

On the visa sticker the “number of entries” is indicated: “1”, “2” or “MULT”. The holder of a multiple entry visa (“MULT”) may enter the Schengen area unlimited number of times during the validity of the visa while respecting the rules on duration of stay.

Do I need an appointment to submit my visa application?

Yes, prior appointment is mandatory.

What are the travel / medical insurance requirements?

Each applicants must have a medical / travel insurance cover of minimum €30,000 valid for the entire Schengen area and to cover the duration of the stay.

I want to visit Switzerland and already have a valid short-stay Schengen visa issued by another Schengen State. Do I need a new visa?

A Schengen visa is valid for all 26 countries in the Schengen area unless indicated otherwise on the visa stamp. If your visa is still valid, you do not need to apply for another visa.

Are travel reservations (flight & hotel) mandatory to apply for a visa?

Flight and hotel reservations to cover your entire duration of stay in the Schengen area is mandatory. VCS can assist you with reservations to meet the visa requirements (T&C apply).

My passport has expired but my Schengen visa is still valid. Can I still travel with my new passport?

Yes. You need to carry both passports with you i.e. new passport (all the personal info must match the old passport) and the expired passport with a valid visa.

Is the processing time mentioned fixed / maximum time taken by the embassy?

The processing time mentioned is only a guide based on information released by the embassy or specific time of year etc.

Who decided if I get a visa or not?

Visa approval is at the sole discretion of the visa officer.

Is the visa fee refundable in case my visa is refused?

Visa fee and other applicable charges are non-refundable.

Do I need to appear in person to submit my case?

Yes, it is mandatory for applicants to apply in person and submit their case file and provide biometric information.

Can I be asked to submit additional documents post submission of case?

Sometimes, the embassy may request additional documents to aid their decision.

Biometric Requirements

All applicants have to appear in person in order to provide biometric data (fingerprints and digital photograph) at the scheduled visa submission appointment.

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