Study in Switzerland
Switzerland is a small country located in the heart of Western Europe, and sharing borders with neighboring Germany, Austria, the Principality of Liechtenstein, Italy and France. There are now approximately 7.7 million people living in Switzerland, speaking four official languages: German, French, Italian and Romansh. A mountainous landscape: 60% of the Swiss territory is occupied by the Alps, a great mountain range stretching circa one thousand kilometers from Austria to France, that offer more than 80 peaks above 4000 meters. A prosperous economy: nowadays Switzerland enjoys the most competitive economies in the world (1st on the WEF Global Competitiveness Report 2011-2012), which relies mainly on the third sector.
Switzerland offers a very dynamic, conducive and competitive education and research landscape, as testified by 27 Nobel Prize winners from 1901 to 2002. The first Swiss University was founded in 1460 in Basel and today the country offers outstanding higher education in the Universities and Institutes of Technology, in the more professionally-oriented University of applied sciences and in the University of teaching education. There are also a few more University level institutions that are considered public institutions of higher education.
High-quality performance and well-trained, reliable employees, as well as the concentration of high-quality niche products are at the heart of the Swiss economy. The key areas for Swiss exports are high-technology in general including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, micro and nanotechnology, environmental technologies, as well as finance, design, luxury and hospitality. Environment and quality of life: a well-preserved environment easily accessible by public transport, safe cities, and excellent infrastructures make living in Switzerland very pleasant, and explain why the Global Ranking of Cities with a High Quality of Life ranks three Swiss cities among the top ten (Mercer's 2011 Quality of Living Survey).
Visa process Switzerland
Choose Visa Type
Determine the appropriate visa category for your purpose, such as a tourist, work, study, or residency visa.
Complete Online Application
Fill out the visa application form online on the official website of Immigration Switzerland or the Switzerland embassy/consulate in your country.
Pay Application Fee
Pay the required visa application fee, which varies depending on the type of visa. Payment is usually made online.
Gather Required Documents
Collect necessary documents, including a valid passport, completed application form, passport-sized photos, proof of funds, and any documents specific to your visa type.
Medical and Character Checks
Undergo health and character assessments if required for your particular visa category.
Wait for Processing
Allow time for visa processing. Processing times can vary based on the type of visa and the volume of applications.
Visa Issuance
If approved, your visa will be issued, and you will be informed on how to collect it or if it will be sent to you.
Plan Travel to Switzerland
Make travel arrangements, ensuring compliance with any additional entry requirements specified in your visa approval.
