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Switzerland visa application centres in India
VFS Global takes Swiss visa applications in India, in 13 cities, New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru and Hyderabad among them. The Embassy of Switzerland in New Delhi decides every application handed in at a VFS centre anywhere in India.
Where Swiss visas are handled in India
| Place | Address | Source |
|---|---|---|
| VFS GlobalNew Delhi | Not on the official pages we could read | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
| VFS GlobalAhmedabad | Not on the official pages we could read | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
| VFS GlobalBengaluru | Not on the official pages we could read | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
| VFS GlobalHyderabad | Not on the official pages we could read | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
| VFS GlobalLucknow | Not on the official pages we could read | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
| VFS GlobalJalandhar | Not on the official pages we could read | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
| VFS GlobalJaipur | Not on the official pages we could read | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
| VFS GlobalChandigarh | Not on the official pages we could read | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
| VFS GlobalKolkata | Not on the official pages we could read | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
| VFS GlobalKochi (Cochin) | Not on the official pages we could read | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
| VFS GlobalMumbai | Not on the official pages we could read | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
| VFS GlobalChennai | Not on the official pages we could read | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
| VFS GlobalPune | Not on the official pages we could read | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
Book only on the official site: visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/che.
Fees
| Item | Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Schengen short-stay visa, adult | EUR 90 | home-affairs.ec.europa.euread 1 Nov 2026 |
| Schengen (C) visa, adult (EUR 90), in CHF | CHF 82 | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
| Schengen (C) visa, adult, INR equivalent | INR 9,600 | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
| Schengen (C) visa, child aged 6 to 12, INR equivalent | INR 4,800 | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
| National (D) visa (students, family reunion, entry authorisation) | EUR 90 | schweiz-indien.eda.admin.chread 1 Nov 2026 |
| VFS Global service charge, per applicationFrom the operator's page, which still shows an older visa fee: this charge may be out of date too. | INR 2,690 | vfsglobal.comread 1 Nov 2026 |
| Optional VFS Premium Lounge (not in Jaipur, Kolkata, Jalandhar)From the operator's page, which still shows an older visa fee: this charge may be out of date too. | INR 4,600 | vfsglobal.comread 1 Nov 2026 |
| Optional VFS courierFrom the operator's page, which still shows an older visa fee: this charge may be out of date too. | INR 930 | vfsglobal.comread 1 Nov 2026 |
Booking and rules
- Where to apply. The Embassy sends Schengen applicants to VFS Global and handles specific queries by e-mail (newdelhi.visa@eda.admin.ch), not by phone. schweiz-indien.eda.admin.ch · read 1 Nov 2026
- One deciding office. All visa applications filed anywhere in India are processed by the Embassy in New Delhi. schweiz-indien.eda.admin.ch · read 1 Nov 2026
- Centre cities. The Embassy lists the VFS cities whose applications are sent to it. schweiz-indien.eda.admin.ch · read 1 Nov 2026
- Who may apply. Applicants must have been legally residing and working in India for at least six months. schweiz-indien.eda.admin.ch · read 1 Nov 2026
- Processing time (procedure page). A decision takes 7-10 calendar days after submission at any VFS centre in India. schweiz-indien.eda.admin.ch · read 1 Nov 2026
- Processing time (visa page). The visa page gives 10-15 calendar days from arrival at the Embassy, subject to a complete file. schweiz-indien.eda.admin.ch · read 1 Nov 2026
- Biometrics and repeat applicants. Applicants whose fingerprints were taken within 59 months for a VIS visa need not appear in person; children under 12 never give fingerprints. schweiz-indien.eda.admin.ch · read 1 Nov 2026
- Agents: third-party submission. The Embassy publishes an authorisation letter for a third party to submit an application, and VFS says a representative or travel agent must bring the signed courier-consent declaration. vfsglobal.com · read 1 Nov 2026
- Applying at the Embassy directly. Short-stay applications can be made in person at the Embassy in New Delhi only with an appointment requested by e-mail at least a month ahead. vfsglobal.com · read 1 Nov 2026
- Urgent medical fast-track. For serious medical or family emergencies the appointment and processing can be fast-tracked; applicants contact the Embassy. schweiz-indien.eda.admin.ch · read 1 Nov 2026
- National visas. National visa applications go to the competent cantonal authority in Switzerland; total processing about 8-12 weeks. schweiz-indien.eda.admin.ch · read 1 Nov 2026
What changed, and when
- Fees in INR can change. Fees are due on submission, are not refunded and may be adjusted for exchange rates. schweiz-indien.eda.admin.ch · read 1 Nov 2026
- EES in operation (change). The EU Entry/Exit System has been fully operational since 10 April 2026. schweiz-indien.eda.admin.ch · read 1 Nov 2026
Rules for every Schengen country
- Service centre fee on top. The EU says visa service centres may charge an extra fee on top of the visa fee. home-affairs.ec.europa.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
- Processing time. A Schengen visa decision normally takes 15 days and can be extended to 45 days. home-affairs.ec.europa.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
- When to apply. Apply at least 15 days and no more than 6 months before the trip. home-affairs.ec.europa.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
Visa centre or agency?
An agency can help you fill in the forms and gather the documents, but you still hand in the application at the centre yourself, and only the embassy or the deciding office decides. Agencies on our India list that name Swiss or Schengen visas on their own websites. In New Delhi: Airocity Visas, Continental Immigration, Destination Experts, MK Travel Services, Skyline Visa and Travel Management and Visa Walk; in Ahmedabad: Abroad Consultancy, Goodwind, Parul Tours and Travels, Shivansh Consultants and Travlys; in Bengaluru: Global Visa Internationals, Miras Visa Services, Travel Visa Xperts, Travellerz Dezire and Trawellday Tours & Travels; in Kochi: Ezvisa Immigration, Flywell Tours & Travels, Global Visa Online, SAP Visas (SAP Travel Advisers) and Visa Roots; in Mumbai: BTW Visa Services, Fly For Holidays, Prominent Visa Services, SunRaj Travels and World Visa; in Noida: JourneyMyTrip (JMT Travel Services), My Travel Window, Noida Visa Services and Orange Tree Travel Services; in Amritsar: IBT Overseas, Skybird International and The Time Immigration; in Gurugram: Gurgaon Visa Services, My Visa Friend and Visaafy; in Hyderabad: IMAD Travel, Westin Travel and Yaseen Overseas Tours and Travels; in Chandigarh: Advice Immigration and IBT Overseas; in Jalandhar: Skybird International and Universal Travels; in Pune: Global Getway and Trivocity; in Vadodara: Everland Tourism & Visa Consultant and Tej Visa Consultancy; in Coimbatore: Turas Holidays; in Indore: AVF Consultant (Anand Visa Facilitators); in Jaipur: Travel Saga Holidays; in Kolkata: Kundu Travels; in Kozhikode: Santamonica Tours & Travels; in Panaji: Zest Tours & Travels; in Thiruvananthapuram: Santamonica Tours & Travels.
FAQ
Where do I apply for a Swiss visa in India?
At VFS Global, in 13 cities, New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru and Hyderabad among them. Book on visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/che.
Do I need an appointment at VFS Global?
Short-stay applications can be made in person at the Embassy in New Delhi only with an appointment requested by e-mail at least a month ahead (vfsglobal.com, read 1 Nov 2026).
How much is the Swiss visa fee in India?
Schengen short-stay visa, adult: EUR 90; Schengen (C) visa, adult (EUR 90), in CHF: CHF 82; Schengen (C) visa, adult, INR equivalent: INR 9,600; Schengen (C) visa, child aged 6 to 12, INR equivalent: INR 4,800.
How long does a Swiss visa take from India?
A decision takes 7-10 calendar days after submission at any VFS centre in India (schweiz-indien.eda.admin.ch, read 1 Nov 2026). The visa page gives 10-15 calendar days from arrival at the Embassy, subject to a complete file (schweiz-indien.eda.admin.ch, read 1 Nov 2026).
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Sources, read 1 Nov 2026 unless marked: schweiz-indien.eda.admin.ch, vfsglobal.com and home-affairs.ec.europa.eu. We are not the embassy or any visa operator, and we don't book appointments.