Name: Switzerland Visa for Indians
Brand: MakeMyTrip
Price: 2690 INR
Rating: 4.6 (21.7L reviews)

Question 1

Who are eligible to apply for Schengen visa from India?

Accepted Answer

Applicants residing in India for at least the past 6 months. Non-Indians residing in India for 6 months or more with a valid work, student, or spouse visa. Indian passport holders residing outside India must apply from the country where they are currently living. Alternatively, they can contact the destination country’s embassy/consulate in India and check if their visa application can be processed there. For example, if an Indian couple living in USA wishes to visit Switzerland, they can either apply at the Swiss Embassy in USA or contact the Swiss Embassy in India to check if their visa application can be processed there.

Question 2

How can MMT help me to strengthen my visa application?

Accepted Answer

MMT assists applicants in preparing their visa applications according to the checklist.

We also analyse visa rejection cases to identify key issues & provide guidance on how to improve the applications.

Some tips:

Cover Letter: Avoid using a standard draft or template for the cover letter. Personalise your cover letter with details of current status (e.g., employee, entrepreneur, housewife/ househusband, student), the purpose of travel, and who will cover the expenses during the trip.

Sponsored Visas: Visas can be sponsored by immediate family members. In these cases, applicants require a sponsorship letter, the sponsor’s employment & financial details, and the applicant’s personal financial documents.

Avoid any bulk transactions (credit) in your account other than your regular income transaction. In case there is a bulk transfer, make sure to mention the reason for the same in your cover letter.

Kindly ensure that your income reconciles with the information shared in your Income Tax Returns.

Kindly provide authentic details while filling out the visa application form.

Kindly note that MakeMyTrip will assist with the documentation, process etc. The decision to grant the visa or not, duration of the visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/ Consulate.

Question 3

What information will my Schengen visa have?

Accepted Answer

Schengen visas have multiple details:

Type of Visa: For short stays, Type C allows you to stay up to 90 days within 180 days.

Validity Dates: Tells your visa validity dates. You can be in the Schengen area only within this period. You may enter the Schengen area on or after the &lsquo;Valid From&rsquo; date. You must leave the Schengen area on or before the &lsquo;Valid Until&rsquo; date.

Duration of Stay: Specifies the maximum number of days you can remain in the Schengen area. For example, if ‘Duration of Stay’ is mentioned as 30 days, then you can stay only for maximum 30 days in a 180-day period, even if your visa validity is for 1 year.

Number of Entries: ‘01’ means you can enter once, while ‘02’ allows two entries. ‘MULT’ means you enjoy multiple entries during the visa&rsquo;s validity.

Reading your visa is key to a successful trip! By understanding these details, you can travel confidently through Schengen. Always check your visa as soon as you receive it. In case you find any errors or need clarification, contact the visa consultant immediately.

Question 4

What documents are required for applicants under the age of 18?

Accepted Answer

Visa application form signed by both parents (death certificate/official child custody documents in the case of single parent)
Certified photocopies of both parents’ passports & the minor’s birth certificate
Written consent for travel from both parents
No Objection Certificate with travel details from the applicant’s school/educational institution

Question 5

What documents do I need if I’m a student or a minor travelling?

Accepted Answer

If you’re over 16 and a student, bring a copy of your college ID card and a letter from your school, college, or university confirming your enrollment.
If you’re under 18 and travelling without both parents, you’ll need a notarized consent letter from the parent or guardian who isn’t travelling with you.
If you’re under 18 and travelling alone, you’ll need a notarized consent letter from both parents or guardians.
In all cases, you must also bring a copy of both parents’ (or guardians’) passport, PAN card, or driving license.

Question 6

Are there different types of Schengen visas?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Schengen visas vary based on travel purposes. They are available as:

Transit Visa (required only for certain countries)
Tourist Visa
Business Visa
Visit to Family & Friends

Question 7

What is a Schengen visa?

Accepted Answer

A Schengen visa is an authorization that permits the applicant to stay or travel through Switzerland and other Schengen countries. It is a Sticker visa affixed to your passport.

The visa sticker shows the number of entries allowed: &lsquo;1&rsquo; for single-entry, &lsquo;2&rsquo; for double-entry, or &lsquo;MULT&rsquo; for multiple-entry.

Question 8

How long can you stay on a Schengen Short-stay visa?

Accepted Answer

With a Schengen Short-stay Visa, visitors can stay in the Schengen area for a maximum of 90 days in a 180-day period (not country-specific). The day of entry into any of the Schengen countries counts as Day 1.

The Duration of Stay is mentioned on the Schengen visa sticker.

Question 9

I plan to visit multiple countries on my trip. How do I apply for the visa?

Accepted Answer

If you have multiple reasons for visiting the Schengen area, apply for the visa that serves the primary purpose. For example, if you are visiting Switzerland & another country for tourism and a third country for business purposes, then you must apply for a Business Visa.

If the purpose of the visit is the same for all countries, apply for the Schengen visa if you will stay longest in Switzerland.

If you will be staying for similar durations, then apply to the country that you will enter first.

Question 10

Which countries come within the Schengen area?

Accepted Answer

The Schengen area is a group of 27 countries in Europe, including Switzerland. Other member states are:

Switzerland Visa

Pre Visa Application Submission

Day of Visa Application Submission

Post Visa Application Submission

1.
Who are eligible to apply for Schengen visa from India?

Book holiday for Switzerland

Book flights for Switzerland

Book hotels for Switzerland

Terms and Conditions