Switzerland Schengen visa
See the Swiss Alps with a Switzerland Schengen visa from Dubai
Ride the train up into the Alps, then walk the valley floor at Lauterbrunnen with waterfalls pouring off the cliffs. When Switzerland is your main stop, you apply for your Schengen visa to Switzerland. Our visa team in Deira helps you prepare a complete file for the best chance of approval.
Who it is for
UAE residents with Switzerland as the main stop
The Swiss Embassy takes applications from permanent residents of the UAE when Switzerland is the main destination. It doesn't accept applications that list another Schengen country as the main one.
Family visits and business trips
If you're visiting family in Zurich or flying in for meetings in Geneva, we can help. Tell us why you're travelling and we'll plan your file around it.
Ask us whether you qualify. We'll tell you on WhatsApp or by phone before you pay anything.
How we help
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We prepare your file with you
We check every document against the embassy's checklist, so nothing is missing when you hand it in.
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We help with your VFS Global appointment
Booking an appointment with VFS Global is free. We show you how to book it and get your file ready for the day.
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We get your travel plan in the right order
Switzerland asks for your flight details but says not to buy tickets before the visa is issued. We help you plan the steps so you don't pay too early.
Applying for a Switzerland visa in the UAE
- Visa centre
- VFS Global in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
- Handled by
- The Embassy of Switzerland in Abu Dhabi
- When to apply
- Up to six months before you travel and no later than 15 days before
- Processing
- 15 calendar days
- Appointments
- Booking with VFS Global is free
- Visa fee
- €90 for adults and €45 for children aged 6 to 11 under the EU Visa Code. Children under 6 pay nothing. VFS Global's service fee is separate.
We checked these points with the Embassy of Switzerland in the UAE on 4 November 2026. We check them again when we prepare your application.
Documents you'll usually need
- A completed and signed application form
- A passport issued in the last 10 years, valid for three months after you leave the Schengen area, with two blank pages
- One recent photo, 35 by 45 mm
- Your UAE residence permit and Emirates ID
- A letter from your employer with your position, joining date, salary and approved leave
- Proof of funds, such as payslips or your bank statements for the last three months
- Your travel plan with flight details
- Travel health insurance issued in the UAE, with at least €30,000 of cover
- Hotel reservations for your whole stay
Your own list depends on your nationality and your trip, so we send you yours on WhatsApp.
Frequently asked questions
How do you give my Switzerland visa its best chance?
We help you prepare a complete, careful file for the Embassy of Switzerland, so it has the best chance of approval.
Where do I apply for a Switzerland visa from Dubai?
You apply at VFS Global in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. VFS sends your application to the Embassy of Switzerland in Abu Dhabi. You need to live in the UAE. Switzerland needs to be your main destination.
How long does a Switzerland visa take?
The embassy says processing takes 15 calendar days and can take longer in some cases. You can apply up to six months before your trip and no later than 15 days before it.
How much is the Switzerland visa fee?
The EU Visa Code sets €90 for adults and €45 for children aged 6 to 11. Children under 6 pay nothing. VFS Global charges its own service fee on top.
How long can I stay on a Schengen visa?
Up to 90 days in any 180-day period. A multiple-entry visa lets you make several visits for as long as it's valid.
Can I visit other Schengen countries on the same trip?
Yes. You apply to Switzerland when you'll spend the most days there, or when it's your first stop and the days are equal. Tell us your route and we'll confirm where to apply.
How much travel insurance do I need for Switzerland?
Travel health insurance issued in the UAE with at least €30,000 of cover.
Can I pay for your visa service in instalments?
Yes. You can pay for our visa service and your flights in four instalments with Tabby or Tamara.
How do I get started?
Send us a WhatsApp message or call us with your travel dates, your nationality and your UAE residence status. We will tell you what you need and our price.
Can you book my flights as well?
Yes. You can book your flights with us too.
Schengen visas by country
If you'll spend most of your trip somewhere other than Switzerland, pick that country to see where you apply from the UAE.
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Ask us for the price today
Message us on WhatsApp or give us a call about the Switzerland Schengen visa. Our team in Deira will tell you the price and what happens next.
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