Business visa · Cuba to Switzerland

Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - Business

Embassy required

Maximum stay
90 days
Processing time
15-45 calendar days
Fee
EUR 90
Validity
Up to 90 days within a 180-day period
Entry
Multiple entry

A Schengen Business Visa does not entitle the holder to work in Switzerland. Any gainful activity requires a separate work permit. Business activities limited to meetings, negotiations, conferences, and short-term professional visits.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Citizens of Annex I countries requiring a Schengen visa.

  • Purpose of visit

    Business meetings, conferences, trade fairs, contract negotiations, professional training (short-term). No gainful employment permitted.

    Includes
    • Business meetings
    • conferences
    • trade fairs
    • contract negotiations
  • Financial

    Must demonstrate sufficient financial means. Company sponsorship accepted.

    Minimum funds: Sufficient for duration of stay

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3

  • Photo

    Count: 2; Specifications: 35mm x 45mm, white background

  • Bank statement

    Minimum balance: Sufficient funds for duration of stay; Months required: 6

  • Employment letter

    Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.

    Must include leave approval: Yes; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes

  • Travel insurance

    Coverage area: All Schengen states; Minimum coverage: EUR 30,000

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Accepted types: Hotel booking or accommodation arrangement confirmation; Must cover full stay: Yes

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes

  • Invitation letter

    Host requirements: Letter from Swiss business partner or company specifying purpose, duration, and nature of business activities, including company registration details

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Schengen Visa Application Form; Form url: https://www.swiss-visa.ch/ivis2/

  • Cover letter

    Explain the purpose of travel, travel dates, who will pay, and why you will leave before the visa or permission expires.

  • Visa fee payment

    Accepted methods: At embassy/consulate or visa application center; Amount: EUR 90

How to apply

  1. Online application

    Fill out the Schengen visa application form at swiss-visa.ch.

  2. Document gathering

    Collect all documents including business invitation letter, employment letter, bank statements, and travel arrangements.

  3. Appointment booking

    Schedule appointment at Swiss embassy/consulate or visa application center.

  4. Fee payment

    Pay EUR 90 visa fee at the appointment.

  5. Document submission

    Submit all documents in person.

  6. Biometrics

    Provide fingerprints and digital photo if not already stored (valid 59 months).

  7. Processing wait

    Standard 15 calendar days processing. May extend to 45 days.

  8. Visa collection

    Collect passport with visa sticker from embassy or visa center.

Sign in to apply
This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

Related content