Those who to apply for the a Swiss visa need to pay a non-refundable visa fee. You pay this fee at the Swiss embassy/consulate in which you submit your visa application in the currency which the Swiss embassy/consulate has set.
Switzerland Short Stay Visa Fees
The Swiss short stay visa fees are as follows:
| Visa Category | Visa Fee |
|---|---|
| Adults | €90 |
| Children 6-12 years of age | €45 |
| Children under 6 years of age | Free |
| Family members of EU/EEA nationals | Free |
| Researchers traveling for research purposes | Free |
| Students/teachers on a school trip | Free |
| Holders of diplomatic, official or service passports traveling for official purposes | Free |
Fees for National Visas
The fees are paid as per the currency set by the Swiss embassy/consulate, when converted, and they may fluctuate by +/- €5.
As such, for the majority of countries, the Swiss national visa fees are set at €80 for adults and EUR 35 for children between 6 and 12 years of age (+/- €5 in both categories). For children under six years of age, the Swiss national visa is free of charge.
Exemptions from national visa fees
| Country | Adults | Children 6-12 years of age | Children under 6 years of age |
| Azerbaijan | AZN 70 (EUR 36) | Free | Free |
| Iran | IRR 9’900’000.00 (EUR 263.63) | IRR 5’800’000.00 (EUR 154.45) | Free |
| Madagascar | MGA 195’000 (EUR 47) | MGA 114’000 (EUR 31) | Free |
| Nigeria | NGN 25’200.00 (EUR 72) | NGN 14’800.00 (EUR 42) | Free |
| Persons living in the Occupied Palestinian Territory | NIS 300.00 (EUR 73) | NIS 180 (EUR 44) | Free |
| Seychelles | MGA 195’000 (EUR 47) | MGA 114’000 (EUR 31) | Free |
| Turkmenistan | AZN 70 (EUR 36) | Free | Free |
Exemptions for students
Students from the following countries are exempt from a Swiss national visa fee:
- Algeria
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Austria
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Croatia
- Dominican Republic
- Haiti
- Kuwait
- Liechtenstein
- Luxembourg
- Netherlands
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Taiwan
- Thailand
- United States
- Hungary
- Czechia
- Belgium
Exemptions for family members
Spouses and children of Swiss/EU/EFTA citizens living in the following countries are exempt from a Swiss national visa fee:
- Australia
- Barbados
- Grenada
- Guyana
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Suriname
- Trinidad and Tobago
- United States
- Venezuela
Depending on the country, additional fees may apply for shipment of documents (postage fees) between the Swiss cantonal authorities and the Swiss representation in your country.
Some countries may also accept only the correct amount, and will not give any change back. So, be sure to go prepared.
The Swiss embassy/consulate in your country has the right to adapt the fees depending on the exchange rate fluctuations.