Switzerland Visa for Iranian Citizens
Iranian passport holders need a visa to enter Switzerland. Apply at a Switzerland embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.
How Iranian citizens apply for a Switzerland visa
- → Apply for a visa at the Switzerland embassy/consulate or official visa application centre before travelling.
- → See the exact document checklist for Iranian applicants, by visa type.
- → Confirm the latest rules on the destination's official government page before you book.
Documents required for Iranian applicants
The exact documents Iranian citizens must submit for Switzerland, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.
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Regardless of whether you require a visa, you must be in possession of a valid travel document recognised by the Swiss authorities. The travel document must be valid for at least 3 months after the date on which you plan to leave Switzerland and must have been issued within the last 10 years. The passport must be valid and have at least two blank pages. - Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/irn/en/che/travel-insurance) Visa Requirement Checklist Authorization letter for third party Approved Insurance Companies
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Regardless of whether you require a visa, you must be in possession of a valid travel document recognised by the Swiss authorities. The travel document must be valid for at least 3 months after the date on which you plan to leave Switzerland and must have been issued within the last 10 years. The passport must be valid and have at least two blank pages. - Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/irn/en/che/travel-insurance) Visa Requirement Checklist Authorization letter for third party Approved Insurance Companies
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Regardless of whether you require a visa, you must be in possession of a valid travel document recognised by the Swiss authorities. The travel document must be valid for at least 3 months after the date on which you plan to leave Switzerland and must have been issued within the last 10 years. The passport must be valid and have at least two blank pages. - Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/irn/en/che/travel-insurance) Visa Requirement Checklist Authorization letter for third party Approved Insurance Companies
Switzerland visa for Iran citizens — FAQ
Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Switzerland?
Iranian passport holders need a visa to enter Switzerland. Apply at a Switzerland embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.
What documents do Iranian citizens need for Switzerland?
A valid passport plus the Switzerland document checklist for your visa type — Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.
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