You can get a Switzerland visa from Kuwait after scheduling an appointment for the application via the booking process provided by VFS Global website, through the following link below:
You can schedule an appointment for a Switzerland visa through VFS Global website, as follows:
Enter to the VFS Global website for scheduling an appointment “from here”.
Click the button “Apply Now”.
Click on the button “Book Now”.
Login with the VFS account or register a new user.
Continue the scheduling process through the system instructions.
Pay the fees for the scheduling service.
Visit the visa center on the appointment made through the website.
Complete the process for a Switzerland visa.
Get Switzerland visa as soon as it’s ready.
Requirements for Applying for a Switzerland Visa from Kuwait
You can check the requirements for a Switzerland visa from Kuwait, as follows:
Visa Type
Visa Requirements
Tourist Visa
Original application form duly completed, dated and signed.
For children under 18 years old, both parents must sign the application/declaration form. Passport copies of the father and mother have to be attached.
Original passport (signed original and one copy of the signature and photo pages) provided that the following is met:
Must be at least 3 months valid after the intended date of departure from the territory of the Schengen Member States or, in case of several visits, after the last intended date of departure from the territory of the Member States.
Only legal residents of Kuwait with existing residency can apply.
2 recent passport photographs provided that the following is met:
Passport size with white or light blue background.
Must be recent not older than 6 months and sized 45–50 mm high and 35 mm–40 mm wide.
It is important that the submitted photograph on your application form matches the image taken when your biometric information is being enrolled at the Visa Application Center.
To avoid inconvenience at the border control, please ensure that you submit a photograph which is not photoshopped/edited and present yourself during the biometric enrollment with less or subtle make-up which resembles the true likeness of you when you travel.
Applicants for a visa shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance. The insurance shall be valid throughout the territory of the Member States and cover the entire period of the person’s intended stay or transit. The minimum coverage shall be 30,000 EUR.
Travel health insurance has to be a local insurance and the Insurance Certificate should be signed and stamped by the Insurance Company showing the dates, area of coverage and amount of coverage.
Flight ticket.
Confirmed hotel reservation covering the entire duration of the stay, or recent proof of owning a house/flat in Switzerland.
For non-Kuwaiti nationals:
Original up-to-date Bank statement for the last six months.
Original Letter of your employer/sponsor duly stamped and signed, confirming your employment, position and salary.
Residency permit/ID card copy, The end of validity shall be at least 3 months after the intended return date.
Trade license copy.
For students or school age children:
current school/university registration confirming that the student is exempted from attending lectures during the requesting travel period, with an original signature
For Household Employees:
(Only legal residents of Kuwait with existing residency – valid for 3 months after the intended return date, and has completed at least 1 year with the same sponsor.
Liability Declaration duly filled/completed with Sponsor’s Signature.
Copy of Sponsor’s passport and valid Schengen visa.
Sponsor must personally accompany the applicant to the visa appointment at VFS Global.
Business Visa
A fully completed, dated, and signed application form.
An original signed passport along with a copy of the signature and photo pages. The passport must remain valid for at least 3 months after the intended date of departure or, in the case of multiple visits, after the last departure date from Schengen Member States. Only residents of Kuwait with valid residency can apply.
Two recent passport photos, 45–50mm in height and 35–40mm in width, with a white or light blue background. Photos must be no older than 6 months and should match the applicant’s appearance during biometric enrollment. Edited or photoshopped photos are not allowed.
Valid travel medical insurance covering the Schengen territory for the entire period of stay or transit, with a minimum coverage of 30,000 EUR. The insurance must be issued locally, signed, and stamped, and should include details such as dates, coverage area, and coverage amount.
A confirmed flight ticket.
A hotel reservation for the entire stay or proof of property ownership (e.g., a house or flat) in Switzerland.
For non-Kuwaiti nationals:
A recent 6-month bank statement.
An employment/sponsor letter, signed and stamped, confirming the applicant’s job, position, and salary.
A valid residency permit or ID card with an expiry date of at least 3 months beyond the intended return date.
A trade license copy.
A formal invitation letter from a company in Switzerland, which must include the applicant’s full name, passport details, reason for the business trip, duration and period of stay, confirmation of who will bear the costs, and assurance that the applicant will not work in Switzerland and will leave after the trip. Additional details about trade relations, meetings, events, or conferences should be included, such as registration confirmation for fairs or congresses.
Family and Friends Visit Visa
A completed, dated, and signed application form. For applicants under 18 years old, both parents must sign the application/declaration form, attaching copies of their passports.
An original passport with a signed original copy and photo/signature page copy. The passport must remain valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended departure date from the Schengen area or, in the case of multiple visits, beyond the last departure date. Only legal residents of Kuwait with valid residency can apply.
Copies of previous visas.
Two recent passport-sized photos, 45–50mm in height and 35–40mm in width, with a white or light blue background. Photos must be no older than 6 months and should resemble the applicant’s appearance during biometric enrollment. Photos must not be edited or photoshopped, and applicants are advised to minimize makeup during biometric submission.
Valid travel medical insurance from a local provider, covering the entire Schengen area for the duration of stay or transit, with a minimum coverage of 30,000 EUR. The insurance certificate must be signed, stamped, and include coverage dates, area, and amount.
A confirmed flight ticket.
A confirmed hotel reservation for the entire stay or recent proof of property ownership in Switzerland (house/flat).
For non-Kuwaiti nationals:
A recent 6-month bank statement.
An original signed and stamped letter from the employer/sponsor confirming employment, position, and salary.
A residency permit or ID copy with a validity of at least 3 months beyond the intended return date.
A trade license copy.
Switzerland Visa from Kuwait Fees
The table below shows the fees applicable for a Switzerland visa from Kuwait:
Visa Category
Visa Type
Fees
Children Above 12 Years Visa
Tourist Visa
29 KWD
Children 6 – 11 Years Visa
15 KWD
Children Below 6 Years Visa
Free
Business Visa
Business Visa
39 KWD
Children Above 12 Years Visa
Family and Friends Visit Visa
29 KWD
Children 6 – 11 Years Visa
15 KWD
Children Below 6 Years Visa
Free
Children Above 12 Years Visa
Medical Treatment Visa
29 KWD
Children 6 – 11 Years Visa
15 KWD
Children Below 6 Years Visa
Free
Housemaid Visa
Housemaid Visa
29 KWD
Switzerland Visa Kuwait Application Center
Here are the details of Switzerland visa Kuwait center:
Center Information
Center Details
Switzerland Center Name
VFS Global Group Visa Application Centre
Switzerland Center Address
Arraya Centre – Al Shahada Street – Al Asimah Governorate – Near Courtyard by Marriott – Kuwait City
Days of Working
Sunday to Thursday
Timing – Business
9:00 AM To 5:00 PM
Timing – Submission
9:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Timing – Passport
4:00 PM To 5:00 PM
Questions & Answers
How can I apply for a Switzerland visa from Kuwait?
How can I apply for a Switzerland visa from Kuwait?
You can apply through the VFS Global Visa Application Center by scheduling an appointment on their website.
Can domestic workers apply for a Switzerland visa?
Can domestic workers apply for a Switzerland visa?
Yes, provided their Kuwait residency is valid for at least 3 months after their return. They must also submit a liability declaration form signed by their sponsor, a copy of the sponsor’s passport, and a valid Schengen visa.
What are the working hours of the Visa Application Center?
What are the working hours of the Visa Application Center?
The business hours are Sunday to Thursday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Submission hours are from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and passport collection is available from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
What are the fees for a Switzerland visa?
What are the fees for a Switzerland visa?
The visa fees are 29 KWD for adults (12 years and above), 15 KWD for children (6–11 years), and free for children below 6 years.
Where is the Switzerland Visa Application Center in Kuwait located?
Where is the Switzerland Visa Application Center in Kuwait located?
The center is located at VFS Global Visa Application Centre, Arraya Centre, Al Shahada Street, Al Asimah Governorate, near Courtyard by Marriott, Kuwait City.
