Switzerland

Switzerland Visa Application Process & Requirements In Kenya

TOURIST VISIT VISA REQUIREMENTS

 

  1. Accommodation & travel itinerary:
    Provide proof of where you will stay and a detailed plan of your trip (hotel booking/proof of accommodation plus a clear itinerary).

  2. Employer letter (if employed):
    A signed letter from your current employer confirming your employment and approved leave. It should include: your personal details, job title, employment terms (temporary/permanent), start date, monthly net salary, years with the organisation, leave days granted, plus the employer’s date and contact details.

  3. Kenya PIN Certificate (if self-employed):
    Provide a copy of your Kenya PIN certificate as proof of self-employment.

  4. Pension / financial support proof (if retired):
    Provide documents showing pension payments or another reliable source of financial support.

  5. Faculty letter (if a university/college student):
    Provide a letter confirming you have a tuition break during the travel period or that your absence is approved.

  6. School letter (if a pupil):
    Provide a letter confirming school holidays during the travel period or that absence is approved.

  7. Proof of ties to Kenya (if applicable):
    Add documents showing strong home ties, such as a marriage certificate, title deed, or lease agreement.

BUSINESS VISIT VISA REQUIREMENTS

  1. Invitation letter from the host organisation:
    Provide a written invitation stating: the host’s name and address, the signatory’s name and position, the organisation’s registration number, the purpose of the visit, your personal details, the reason for visiting the destination country, and the expected duration of stay, plus date and contact information.

  2. Proof of who will cover costs:
    Provide written confirmation showing whether the host organisation, your employer (sending company), or a third party will cover your travel and stay expenses.

  3. Employer letter (if employed):
    Provide a signed letter confirming: your personal details, role, employment terms (temporary/permanent and contract dates if applicable), years with the organisation, the purpose of the trip, and who will financially support you during your stay.

  4. Kenya PIN Certificate (if self-employed):
    Provide a copy of your Kenya PIN certificate as proof of self-employment.

  5. Conference registration (if applicable):
    If attending a conference that requires registration, include proof of registration and the payment receipt.

EMBASSY OF SWITZERLAND IN KENYA

Embassy of Switzerland (Nairobi)

Physical Address
Embassy of Switzerland, Rosslyn Green Estate, Rosslyn Green Drive, off Red Hill Road, Nairobi, Kenya

Phone

  • Headquarters: +254 730 694 000

  • Visa (VFS Helpline): +254 205 147 917

Email

Postal Address
Embassy of Switzerland
P.O. Box 2600
00621 Nairobi
Kenya

Select your currency
KES Kenyan Shilling
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