Visa Information

Overview

You wish to go to Switzerland for a tourist visit and will stay no longer than 90 days. You must provide a hotel booking and an itinerary covering the whole stay in Switzerland and Schengen space, stating the dates and place of stay.

Application Fees

To submit your visa application, you will have to pay a visa fee and a service fee. The visa fee is collected on behalf of the Embassy of Switzerland and the service fee is collected for the processing of your visa application at the VFS visa center.

The payment of visa fees and service fees do not in any way guarantee that a visa to Switzerland will be granted. The decision to grant such a visa is at the sole discretion of the Embassy of Switzerland. Visa fees and service fees are both non-refundable and non-transferable should the visa application be denied by a Consular staff or should the applicant decide to terminate his or her application.

The visa fee and service fee have to be paid in Ghana New Cedi (GHS).

Visa fees

*Subject to currency fluctuations

Children under 6 years are exempt from the visa fee.

Individuals working with the following organizations do not pay visa charges as part of their applications:

GCSP: http://www.gcsp.ch

GICHD: https://www.gichd.org/

DCAF: https://www.dcaf.ch/

International Organizations: https://www.eda.admin.ch/content/dam/eda/de/documents/aussenpolitik/voelkerrecht/DV-liste-abkommen-org_DE_FR_EN.pdf

Documents Required

• Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

The list of documents for Tourist (see here) is not an exhaustive list of documents and the applicant can always be asked to provide additional information/documents, if desired by the Mission

Click here for Checklist

Instructions for applicants below 18 years

For minors (under the age of 18), application form must be signed by both parents/legal guardians. Copies of both parents’ passports are required with a consent letter.

Photo Specifications

Please provide 2 recent colour photographs (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, meeting the following requirements:

• Taken against a light (white or off-white) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear quality and with the face in focus
• Full face: non-smiling, no sunglasses, no hat/cap or any head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of his/her religious belief or ethnic background
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print)
• Photograph attached (paper clipped) to the Visa Application Form

If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

Travel Medical Insurance

Obligatory travel insurance for Schengen visa applicants

All applicants for Schengen visa are required to submit an adequate and valid travel insurance to cover any expenses that might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons/repatriation of mortal remains, urgent medical attention and/or emergency hospital treatment. The insurance must cover the entire period of stay and be valid throughout the territory of all the Schengen states: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxenburg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.

The minimum coverage should be EUR 30,000.00. The insurance may be purchased in Ghana or abroad. The proof of insurance has to be submitted upon application. All applicants that have been granted multiple entry visas are required to sign a declaration stating that for every subsequent visit to Schengen territory within the duration of the multiple entry visa, he or she will be in possession of a medical travel insurance.

List of authorized insurance (see here)

Processing Time

Usually, processing time for visa applications is 10 working days (starting from the time when the Embassy or Consulate received the application, not including the transportation time), counting from when all requested documents have been submitted. This period may be extended in specific cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is required, for example, when an applicant must come to an interview or submit additional documentation requested by the Embassy or Consulate. During certain times of the year, the processing time can be longer due to the high volume of applications. It is recommended to submit your visa application at least two weeks prior to date of travel date and if possible, even earlier ahead of the holiday period.

Please note that the application processing time and decisions on visa applications are the sole prerogative of the Embassy or Consulate. VFS Global has no role to play in these areas of the application process.

Overview

You wish to go to Switzerland for a cultural purpose for a period no longer than 90 days.

Application Fees

To submit your visa application, you will have to pay a visa fee and a service fee. The visa fee is collected on behalf of the Embassy of Switzerland and the service fee is collected for the processing of your visa application at the VFS visa center.

The payment of visa fees and service fees do not in any way guarantee that a visa to Switzerland will be granted. The decision to grant such a visa is at the sole discretion of the Embassy of Switzerland. Visa fees and service fees are both non-refundable and non-transferable should the visa application be denied by a Consular staff or should the applicant decide to terminate his or her application.

The visa fee and service fee have to be paid in Ghana New Cedi (GHS).

Visa fees

*Subject to currency fluctuations

Children under 6 years are exempt from the visa fee.

Individuals working with the following organizations do not pay visa charges as part of their applications:

GCSP: http://www.gcsp.ch

GICHD: https://www.gichd.org/

DCAF: https://www.dcaf.ch/

International Organizations: https://www.eda.admin.ch/content/dam/eda/de/documents/aussenpolitik/voelkerrecht/DV-liste-abkommen-org_DE_FR_EN.pdf

Documents Required

• Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

The list of documents for Culture (see here) is not an exhaustive list of documents and the applicant can always be asked to provide additional information/documents, if desired by the Mission.

Click here for Checklist

Instructions for applicants below 18 years

For minors (under the age of 18), application form must be signed by both parents/legal guardians. Copies of both parents’ passports are required with a consent letter.

Photo Specifications

Please provide 2 recent colour photographs (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, meeting the following requirements:

• Taken against a light (white or off-white) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear quality and with the face in focus
• Full face: non-smiling, no sunglasses, no hat/cap or any head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of his/her religious belief or ethnic background
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print)
• Photograph attached (paper clipped) to the Visa Application Form

If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

Travel Medical Insurance

Obligatory travel insurance for Schengen visa applicants

All applicants for Schengen visa are required to submit an adequate and valid travel insurance to cover any expenses that might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons/repatriation of mortal remains, urgent medical attention and/or emergency hospital treatment. The insurance must cover the entire period of stay and be valid throughout the territory of all the Schengen states: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxenburg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.

The minimum coverage should be EUR 30,000.00. The insurance may be purchased in Ghana or abroad. The proof of insurance has to be submitted upon application. All applicants that have been granted multiple entry visas are required to sign a declaration stating that for every subsequent visit to Schengen territory within the duration of the multiple entry visa, he or she will be in possession of a medical travel insurance.

List of authorized insurance (see here)

Processing Time

Usually, processing time for visa applications is 10 working days (starting from the time when the Embassy or Consulate received the application, not including the transportation time), counting from when all requested documents have been submitted. This period may be extended in specific cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is required, for example, when an applicant must come to an interview or submit additional documentation requested by the Embassy or Consulate. During certain times of the year, the processing time can be longer due to the high volume of applications. It is recommended to submit your visa application at least two weeks prior to date of travel date and if possible, even earlier ahead of the holiday period.

Please note that the application processing time and decisions on visa applications are the sole prerogative of the Embassy or Consulate. VFS Global has no role to play in these areas of the application process.

Overview

You wish to go to Switzerland for study purposes and will stay no longer than 90 days.

Application Fees

To submit your visa application, you will have to pay a visa fee and a service fee. The visa fee is collected on behalf of the Embassy of Switzerland and the service fee is collected for the processing of your visa application at the VFS visa center.

The payment of visa fees and service fees do not in any way guarantee that a visa to Switzerland will be granted. The decision to grant such a visa is at the sole discretion of the Embassy of Switzerland. Visa fees and service fees are both non-refundable and non-transferable should the visa application be denied by a Consular staff or should the applicant decide to terminate his or her application.

The visa fee and service fee have to be paid in Ghana New Cedi (GHS).

Visa fees

*Subject to currency fluctuations

Children under 6 years are exempt from the visa fee.

Individuals working with the following organizations do not pay visa charges as part of their applications:

GCSP: http://www.gcsp.ch

GICHD: https://www.gichd.org/

DCAF: https://www.dcaf.ch/

International Organizations: https://www.eda.admin.ch/content/dam/eda/de/documents/aussenpolitik/voelkerrecht/DV-liste-abkommen-org_DE_FR_EN.pdf

Documents Required

• Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

The list of documents for Student for a maximum of 90days (see here) is not an exhaustive list of documents and the applicant can always be asked to provide additional information/documents, if desired by the Mission

Click here for Checklist

Instructions for applicants below 18 years

For minors (under the age of 18), application form must be signed by both parents/legal guardians. Copies of both parents’ passports are required with a consent letter.

Photo Specifications

Please provide 2 recent colour photographs (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, meeting the following requirements:

• Taken against a light (white or off-white) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear quality and with the face in focus
• Full face: non-smiling, no sunglasses, no hat/cap or any head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of his/her religious belief or ethnic background
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print)
• Photograph attached (paper clipped) to the Visa Application Form

If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

Travel Medical Insurance

Obligatory travel insurance for Schengen visa applicants

All applicants for Schengen visa are required to submit an adequate and valid travel insurance to cover any expenses that might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons/repatriation of mortal remains, urgent medical attention and/or emergency hospital treatment. The insurance must cover the entire period of stay and be valid throughout the territory of all the Schengen states: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxenburg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.

The minimum coverage should be EUR 30,000.00. The insurance may be purchased in Ghana or abroad. The proof of insurance has to be submitted upon application. All applicants that have been granted multiple entry visas are required to sign a declaration stating that for every subsequent visit to Schengen territory within the duration of the multiple entry visa, he or she will be in possession of a medical travel insurance.

List of authorized insurance (see here)

Processing Time

Usually, processing time for visa applications is 10 working days (starting from the time when the Embassy or Consulate received the application, not including the transportation time), counting from when all requested documents have been submitted. This period may be extended in specific cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is required, for example, when an applicant must come to an interview or submit additional documentation requested by the Embassy or Consulate. During certain times of the year, the processing time can be longer due to the high volume of applications. It is recommended to submit your visa application at least two weeks prior to date of travel date and if possible, even earlier ahead of the holiday period.

Please note that the application processing time and decisions on visa applications are the sole prerogative of the Embassy or Consulate. VFS Global has no role to play in these areas of the application process.

Overview

You wish to go to Switzerland for a private visit and will stay no longer than 90 days.

All invitations from the host in Switzerland along with a copy of the host’s Swiss passport or Swiss residence permit should be sent as well directly to the competent Swiss Embassy ( [email protected])

Application Fees

To submit your visa application, you will have to pay a visa fee and a service fee. The visa fee is collected on behalf of the Embassy of Switzerland and the service fee is collected for the processing of your visa application at the VFS visa center.

The payment of visa fees and service fees do not in any way guarantee that a visa to Switzerland will be granted. The decision to grant such a visa is at the sole discretion of the Embassy of Switzerland. Visa fees and service fees are both non-refundable and non-transferable should the visa application be denied by a Consular staff or should the applicant decide to terminate his or her application.

The visa fee and service fee have to be paid in Ghana New Cedi (GHS).

Visa fees

*Subject to currency fluctuations

Children under 6 years are exempt from the visa fee.

Individuals working with the following organizations do not pay visa charges as part of their applications:

GCSP: http://www.gcsp.ch

GICHD: https://www.gichd.org/

DCAF: https://www.dcaf.ch/

International Organizations: https://www.eda.admin.ch/content/dam/eda/de/documents/aussenpolitik/voelkerrecht/DV-liste-abkommen-org_DE_FR_EN.pdf

Documents Required

• Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

The list of documents for Visit (see here) is not an exhaustive list of documents and the applicant can always be asked to provide additional information/documents, if desired by the Mission

Click here for Checklist

Instructions for applicants below 18 years

For minors (under the age of 18), application form must be signed by both parents/legal guardians. Copies of both parents’ passports are required with a consent letter.

Photo Specifications

Please provide 2 recent colour photographs (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, meeting the following requirements:

• Taken against a light (white or off-white) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear quality and with the face in focus
• Full face: non-smiling, no sunglasses, no hat/cap or any head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of his/her religious belief or ethnic background
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print)
• Photograph attached (paper clipped) to the Visa Application Form

If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

Travel Medical Insurance

Obligatory travel insurance for Schengen visa applicants

All applicants for Schengen visa are required to submit an adequate and valid travel insurance to cover any expenses that might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons/repatriation of mortal remains, urgent medical attention and/or emergency hospital treatment. The insurance must cover the entire period of stay and be valid throughout the territory of all the Schengen states: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxenburg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.

The minimum coverage should be EUR 30,000.00. The insurance may be purchased in Ghana or abroad. The proof of insurance has to be submitted upon application. All applicants that have been granted multiple entry visas are required to sign a declaration stating that for every subsequent visit to Schengen territory within the duration of the multiple entry visa, he or she will be in possession of a medical travel insurance.

List of authorized insurance (see here)

Processing Time

Usually, processing time for visa applications is 10 working days (starting from the time when the Embassy or Consulate received the application, not including the transportation time), counting from when all requested documents have been submitted. This period may be extended in specific cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is required, for example, when an applicant must come to an interview or submit additional documentation requested by the Embassy or Consulate. During certain times of the year, the processing time can be longer due to the high volume of applications. It is recommended to submit your visa application at least two weeks prior to date of travel date and if possible, even earlier ahead of the holiday period.

Please note that the application processing time and decisions on visa applications are the sole prerogative of the Embassy or Consulate. VFS Global has no role to play in these areas of the application process.

Overview

You wish to go to Switzerland for a sporting purpose for a period no longer than 90 days.

Application Fees

To submit your visa application, you will have to pay a visa fee and a service fee. The visa fee is collected on behalf of the Embassy of Switzerland and the service fee is collected for the processing of your visa application at the VFS visa center.

The payment of visa fees and service fees do not in any way guarantee that a visa to Switzerland will be granted. The decision to grant such a visa is at the sole discretion of the Embassy of Switzerland. Visa fees and service fees are both non-refundable and non-transferable should the visa application be denied by a Consular staff or should the applicant decide to terminate his or her application.

The visa fee and service fee have to be paid in Ghana New Cedi (GHS).

Visa fees

*Subject to currency fluctuations

Children under 6 years are exempt from the visa fee.

Individuals working with the following organizations do not pay visa charges as part of their applications:

GCSP: http://www.gcsp.ch

GICHD: https://www.gichd.org/

DCAF: https://www.dcaf.ch/

International Organizations: https://www.eda.admin.ch/content/dam/eda/de/documents/aussenpolitik/voelkerrecht/DV-liste-abkommen-org_DE_FR_EN.pdf

Documents Required

• Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

The list of documents for Sports (see here) is not an exhaustive list of documents and the applicant can always be asked to provide additional information/documents, if desired by the Mission.

Click here for Checklist

Instructions for applicants below 18 years

For minors (under the age of 18), application form must be signed by both parents/legal guardians. Copies of both parents’ passports are required with a consent letter.

Photo Specifications

Please provide 2 recent colour photographs (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, meeting the following requirements:

• Taken against a light (white or off-white) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear quality and with the face in focus
• Full face: non-smiling, no sunglasses, no hat/cap or any head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of his/her religious belief or ethnic background
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print)
• Photograph attached (paper clipped) to the Visa Application Form

If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

Travel Medical Insurance

Obligatory travel insurance for Schengen visa applicants

All applicants for Schengen visa are required to submit an adequate and valid travel insurance to cover any expenses that might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons/repatriation of mortal remains, urgent medical attention and/or emergency hospital treatment. The insurance must cover the entire period of stay and be valid throughout the territory of all the Schengen states: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxenburg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.

The minimum coverage should be EUR 30,000.00. The insurance may be purchased in Ghana or abroad. The proof of insurance has to be submitted upon application. All applicants that have been granted multiple entry visas are required to sign a declaration stating that for every subsequent visit to Schengen territory within the duration of the multiple entry visa, he or she will be in possession of a medical travel insurance.

List of authorized insurance (see here)

Processing Time

Usually, processing time for visa applications is 10 working days (starting from the time when the Embassy or Consulate received the application, not including the transportation time), counting from when all requested documents have been submitted. This period may be extended in specific cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is required, for example, when an applicant must come to an interview or submit additional documentation requested by the Embassy or Consulate. During certain times of the year, the processing time can be longer due to the high volume of applications. It is recommended to submit your visa application at least two weeks prior to date of travel date and if possible, even earlier ahead of the holiday period.

Please note that the application processing time and decisions on visa applications are the sole prerogative of the Embassy or Consulate. VFS Global has no role to play in these areas of the application process.

Overview

You wish to go to Switzerland for business purposes and will stay no longer than 90 days. You must provide a letter of invitation from a company in Switzerland.

Travel information

The complete invitation letter from the host company must be sent as well directly to the competent Swiss representation ([email protected]) prior to the appointment date given to the applicant

Application Fees

To submit your visa application, you will have to pay a visa fee and a service fee. The visa fee is collected on behalf of the Embassy of Switzerland and the service fee is collected for the processing of your visa application at the VFS visa center.

The payment of visa fees and service fees do not in any way guarantee that a visa to Switzerland will be granted. The decision to grant such a visa is at the sole discretion of the Embassy of Switzerland. Visa fees and service fees are both non-refundable and non-transferable should the visa application be denied by a Consular staff or should the applicant decide to terminate his or her application.

The visa fee and service fee have to be paid in Ghana New Cedi (GHS).

Visa fees

*Subject to currency fluctuations

Children under 6 years are exempt from the visa fee.

Individuals working with the following organizations do not pay visa charges as part of their applications:

GCSP: http://www.gcsp.ch

GICHD: https://www.gichd.org/

DCAF: https://www.dcaf.ch/

International Organizations: https://www.eda.admin.ch/content/dam/eda/de/documents/aussenpolitik/voelkerrecht/DV-liste-abkommen-org_DE_FR_EN.pdf

Documents Required

• Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

The list of documents for Business (see here) is not an exhaustive list of documents and the applicant can always be asked to provide additional information/documents, if desired by the Mission.

Click here for Checklist

Instructions for applicants below 18 years

For minors (under the age of 18), application form must be signed by both parents/legal guardians. Copies of both parents’ passports are required with a consent letter.

Photo Specifications

Please provide 2 recent colour photographs (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, meeting the following requirements:

• Taken against a light (white or off-white) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear quality and with the face in focus
• Full face: non-smiling, no sunglasses, no hat/cap or any head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of his/her religious belief or ethnic background
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print)
• Photograph attached (paper clipped) to the Visa Application Form

If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

Travel Medical Insurance

Obligatory travel insurance for Schengen visa applicants

All applicants for Schengen visa are required to submit an adequate and valid travel insurance to cover any expenses that might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons/repatriation of mortal remains, urgent medical attention and/or emergency hospital treatment. The insurance must cover the entire period of stay and be valid throughout the territory of all the Schengen states: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxenburg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.

The minimum coverage should be EUR 30,000.00. The insurance may be purchased in Ghana or abroad. The proof of insurance has to be submitted upon application. All applicants that have been granted multiple entry visas are required to sign a declaration stating that for every subsequent visit to Schengen territory within the duration of the multiple entry visa, he or she will be in possession of a medical travel insurance.

List of authorized insurance (see here)

Processing Time

Usually, processing time for visa applications is 10 working days (starting from the time when the Embassy or Consulate received the application, not including the transportation time), counting from when all requested documents have been submitted. This period may be extended in specific cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is required, for example, when an applicant must come to an interview or submit additional documentation requested by the Embassy or Consulate. During certain times of the year, the processing time can be longer due to the high volume of applications. It is recommended to submit your visa application at least two weeks prior to date of travel date and if possible, even earlier ahead of the holiday period.

Please note that the application processing time and decisions on visa applications are the sole prerogative of the Embassy or Consulate. VFS Global has no role to play in these areas of the application process.

Overview

You wish to go to Switzerland in light of Terre des Hommes humanitarian activities and will stay no longer than 90 days

Application Fees

To submit your visa application, you will have to pay a visa fee and a service fee. The visa fee is collected on behalf of the Embassy of Switzerland and the service fee is collected for the processing of your visa application at the VFS visa center.

The payment of visa fees and service fees do not in any way guarantee that a visa to Switzerland will be granted. The decision to grant such a visa is at the sole discretion of the Embassy of Switzerland. Visa fees and service fees are both non-refundable and non-transferable should the visa application be denied by a Consular staff or should the applicant decide to terminate his or her application.

The visa fee and service fee have to be paid in Ghana New Cedi (GHS).

Visa fees

*Subject to currency fluctuations

Children under 6 years are exempt from the visa fee.

Individuals working with the following organizations do not pay visa charges as part of their applications:

GCSP: http://www.gcsp.ch

GICHD: https://www.gichd.org/

DCAF: https://www.dcaf.ch/

International Organizations: https://www.eda.admin.ch/content/dam/eda/de/documents/aussenpolitik/voelkerrecht/DV-liste-abkommen-org_DE_FR_EN.pdf

Documents Required

• Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

The list of documents for Terrs Des Hommes (see here) is not an exhaustive list of documents and the applicant can always be asked to provide additional information/documents, if desired by the Mission

Click here for Checklist

Instructions for applicants below 18 years

For minors (under the age of 18), application form must be signed by both parents/legal guardians. Copies of both parents’ passports are required with a consent letter.

Photo Specifications

Please provide 2 recent colour photographs (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, meeting the following requirements:

• Taken against a light (white or off-white) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear quality and with the face in focus
• Full face: non-smiling, no sunglasses, no hat/cap or any head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of his/her religious belief or ethnic background
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print)
• Photograph attached (paper clipped) to the Visa Application Form

If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

Travel Medical Insurance

Obligatory travel insurance for Schengen visa applicants

All applicants for Schengen visa are required to submit an adequate and valid travel insurance to cover any expenses that might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons/repatriation of mortal remains, urgent medical attention and/or emergency hospital treatment. The insurance must cover the entire period of stay and be valid throughout the territory of all the Schengen states: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxenburg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.

The minimum coverage should be EUR 30,000.00. The insurance may be purchased in Ghana or abroad. The proof of insurance has to be submitted upon application. All applicants that have been granted multiple entry visas are required to sign a declaration stating that for every subsequent visit to Schengen territory within the duration of the multiple entry visa, he or she will be in possession of a medical travel insurance.

List of authorized insurance (see here)

Processing Time

Usually, processing time for visa applications is 10 working days (starting from the time when the Embassy or Consulate received the application, not including the transportation time), counting from when all requested documents have been submitted. This period may be extended in specific cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is required, for example, when an applicant must come to an interview or submit additional documentation requested by the Embassy or Consulate. During certain times of the year, the processing time can be longer due to the high volume of applications. It is recommended to submit your visa application at least two weeks prior to date of travel date and if possible, even earlier ahead of the holiday period.

Please note that the application processing time and decisions on visa applications are the sole prerogative of the Embassy or Consulate. VFS Global has no role to play in these areas of the application process.

Overview

You wish to go to Switzerland for medical treatment for a period no longer than 90 days.

Application Fees

To submit your visa application, you will have to pay a visa fee and a service fee. The visa fee is collected on behalf of the Embassy of Switzerland and the service fee is collected for the processing of your visa application at the VFS visa center.

The payment of visa fees and service fees do not in any way guarantee that a visa to Switzerland will be granted. The decision to grant such a visa is at the sole discretion of the Embassy of Switzerland. Visa fees and service fees are both non-refundable and non-transferable should the visa application be denied by a Consular staff or should the applicant decide to terminate his or her application.

The visa fee and service fee have to be paid in Ghana New Cedi (GHS).

Visa fees

*Subject to currency fluctuations

Children under 6 years are exempt from the visa fee.

Individuals working with the following organizations do not pay visa charges as part of their applications:

GCSP: http://www.gcsp.ch

GICHD: https://www.gichd.org/

DCAF: https://www.dcaf.ch/

International Organizations: https://www.eda.admin.ch/content/dam/eda/de/documents/aussenpolitik/voelkerrecht/DV-liste-abkommen-org_DE_FR_EN.pdf

Documents Required

• Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

The list of documents for Medical (see here) is not an exhaustive list of documents and the applicant can always be asked to provide additional information/documents, if desired by the Mission

Click here for Checklist

Instructions for applicants below 18 years

For minors (under the age of 18), application form must be signed by both parents/legal guardians. Copies of both parents’ passports are required with a consent letter.

Photo Specifications

Please provide 2 recent colour photographs (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, meeting the following requirements:

• Taken against a light (white or off-white) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear quality and with the face in focus
• Full face: non-smiling, no sunglasses, no hat/cap or any head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of his/her religious belief or ethnic background
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print)
• Photograph attached (paper clipped) to the Visa Application Form

If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

Travel Medical Insurance

Obligatory travel insurance for Schengen visa applicants

All applicants for Schengen visa are required to submit an adequate and valid travel insurance to cover any expenses that might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons/repatriation of mortal remains, urgent medical attention and/or emergency hospital treatment. The insurance must cover the entire period of stay and be valid throughout the territory of all the Schengen states: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxenburg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.

The minimum coverage should be EUR 30,000.00. The insurance may be purchased in Ghana or abroad. The proof of insurance has to be submitted upon application. All applicants that have been granted multiple entry visas are required to sign a declaration stating that for every subsequent visit to Schengen territory within the duration of the multiple entry visa, he or she will be in possession of a medical travel insurance.

List of authorized insurance (see here)

Processing Time

Usually, processing time for visa applications is 10 working days (starting from the time when the Embassy or Consulate received the application, not including the transportation time), counting from when all requested documents have been submitted. This period may be extended in specific cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is required, for example, when an applicant must come to an interview or submit additional documentation requested by the Embassy or Consulate. During certain times of the year, the processing time can be longer due to the high volume of applications. It is recommended to submit your visa application at least two weeks prior to date of travel date and if possible, even earlier ahead of the holiday period.

Please note that the application processing time and decisions on visa applications are the sole prerogative of the Embassy or Consulate. VFS Global has no role to play in these areas of the application process.

Overview

The Type A visa or Airport Transit Visa is a visa that permits you to only transit through the international area of an airport, without any possibility of entering the Schengen Area.

Application Fees

To submit your visa application, you will have to pay a visa fee and a service fee. The visa fee is collected on behalf of the Embassy of Switzerland and the service fee is collected for the processing of your visa application at the VFS visa center.

The payment of visa fees and service fees do not in any way guarantee that a visa to Switzerland will be granted. The decision to grant such a visa is at the sole discretion of the Embassy of Switzerland. Visa fees and service fees are both non-refundable and non-transferable should the visa application be denied by a Consular staff or should the applicant decide to terminate his or her application.

The visa fee and service fee have to be paid in Ghana New Cedi (GHS).

Visa fees

*Subject to currency fluctuations

Children under 6 years are exempt from the visa fee.

Individuals working with the following organizations do not pay visa charges as part of their applications:

GCSP: http://www.gcsp.ch

GICHD: https://www.gichd.org/

DCAF: https://www.dcaf.ch/

International Organizations: https://www.eda.admin.ch/content/dam/eda/de/documents/aussenpolitik/voelkerrecht/DV-liste-abkommen-org_DE_FR_EN.pdf

Documents Required

• Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

The list of documents for Airport transit (see here) is not an exhaustive list of documents and the applicant can always be asked to provide additional information/documents, if desired by the Mission.

Click here for Checklist

Instructions for applicants below 18 years

For minors (under the age of 18), application form must be signed by both parents/legal guardians. Copies of both parents’ passports are required with a consent letter.

Photo Specifications

Please provide 2 recent colour photographs (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, meeting the following requirements:

• Taken against a light (white or off-white) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear quality and with the face in focus
• Full face: non-smiling, no sunglasses, no hat/cap or any head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of his/her religious belief or ethnic background
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print)
• Photograph attached (paper clipped) to the Visa Application Form

If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

Travel Medical Insurance

Obligatory travel insurance for Schengen visa applicants

All applicants for Schengen visa are required to submit an adequate and valid travel insurance to cover any expenses that might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons/repatriation of mortal remain, urgent medical attention and/or emergency hospital treatment. The insurance must cover the entire period of stay and be valid throughout the territory of all the Schengen states: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxenburg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.

The minimum coverage should be EUR 30,000.00. The insurance may be purchased in Ghana or abroad. The proof of insurance has to be submitted upon application. All applicants that have been granted multiple entry visas are required to sign a declaration stating that for every subsequent visit to Schengen territory within the duration of the multiple entry visa, he or she will be in possession of a medical travel insurance.

List of authorized insurance (see here)

Processing Time

Usually, processing time for visa applications is 10 working days (starting from the time when the Embassy or Consulate received the application, not including the transportation time), counting from when all requested documents have been submitted. This period may be extended in specific cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is required, for example, when an applicant must come to an interview or submit additional documentation requested by the Embassy or Consulate. During certain times of the year, the processing time can be longer due to the high volume of applications. It is recommended to submit your visa application at least two weeks prior to date of travel date and if possible, even earlier ahead of the holiday period.

Please note that the application processing time and decisions on visa applications are the sole prerogative of the Embassy or Consulate. VFS Global has no role to play in these areas of the application process.