Published on 29 March 2026

Which documents should I submit with a national visa application?

• Visa application form

  • English – German
  • French – English
  • Other languages: SEM – Visa Application Form

• Documentation to submit with a national visa application

  • National Student Visa for Switzerland

    (English)

    PDF129.11 kB7 April 2026

  • Thị thực quốc gia cho du học tại Thụy Sỹ

    (Vietnamese)

    PDF146.26 kB8 April 2026

  • National Visa for Family Reunion in Switzerland

    (English)

    PDF128.98 kB7 April 2026

  • Thị thực quốc gia cho đoàn tụ gia đình tại Thụy Sỹ

    (Vietnamese)

    PDF170.07 kB8 April 2026

  • National Visa with a Work Permit in Switzerland

    (English)

    PDF147.44 kB7 April 2026

  • Thị thực quốc gia với giấy phép lao động tại Thụy Sỹ

    (Vietnamese)

    PDF139.07 kB8 April 2026

• Photograph quality

  International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) – MRTD Photo Guidelines

• Proof of language skills for family reunification

  • Factsheet on proof of language skills

    PDF381.01 kB30 January 2026

  • FAQs on proof of language skills

    PDF327.57 kB21 August 2025

• Processing the application

  The application will be forwarded to the competent cantonal authorities in Switzerland for a decision. The responsible representation can only issue the visa after approval by the competent authorities. The total processing time is approximately 8-12 weeks. This time is an approximation only and may vary considerably depending on the canton responsible and the elements of the application.

  The responsible representation does not provide information during the procedure. Therefore, please contact the cantonal migration authority responsible for your place of residence:

  Cantonal immigration and employment market authorities