Switzerland is a landlocked country located in Central Europe. It is known for its mountainous terrain, with the Alps covering the southern region. The capital and largest city is Bern. Switzerland has four national languages - German, French, Italian, and Romansh. Some notable Swiss figures include Albert Einstein and Roger Federer. Tourism is a major industry in Switzerland, with attractions including St. Pierre Cathedral in Geneva and Rhine Falls. Switzerland has a long history of neutrality and joins several international organizations in the 20th century.

1. SWITZERLAND
By diwakar Singh tomarTO : Maheshasir

2. INTRODUCTION

3. • Switzerland is a landlocked country in Central Europe.
• Switzerland is also known as “confederation hevetica”
• Neighboring countries include Austria, France, Italy, Liechtenstein, and Germany.
The geography of Switzerland is mostly mountains (Alps in south, Jura in
northwest) with a central plateau of rolling hills, plains, and large lakes.
Switzerland is a member of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).

4. FACTS & FIGURE
 Capital- Bern
Official Language-German , French , Italian , romansh
Largest city- Zurich
Population –8,061,516
Area – 39,516.0
Dialing code - +41
ISO code – CHE
Time zone - +01:00
Geographical location :- 46.83 N , 8.33 E
Weather condition- There`s no excessive heat , cold or humidity

5. Famous personality-
Roger Federer sylvester Stallone
Albert Einstein

6. CULTURE OF SWITZERLAND
Folk arts :
o Folk art is kept alive in organizations all over the country. In Switzerland, it is mostly expressed
in music, dance, poetry, wood carving and embroidery
Architecture :
o There is a strong architectural tradition in Switzerland. The Romanesque style of the 12th
century can be found in the cathedrals of Basel, Sion, Chur, Geneva and Lausanne
Visual arts :
o In the 16th century Protestantism had a strong influence on visual arts in Switzerland. Samuel
Hieronymus Grimm was a well-known 18th-century water colourist and ink wash artist,
although he created much of his notable work while in England.
Literature :
o In the field of literature Switzerland produced a number of very well known writers. Jean-
Jacques Rousseau was from Geneva , The critic and historian Jacob Burckhardt was
from Basel.

7. Other facts -
• Switzerland has 26 cantons.
• The Switzerland currency is “Swiss franc” (CHF) , as at oct 2013, one swiss franc is worth around
EUR 0.18/USD1.10/GBP 0.68
Tourist attraction-
1) St. Pierre cathedral- : 12th centaury cathedral in mix of styles

8. 2)Rhine falls (Europe`s largest plains waterfall.)
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3)Bernina express – Alps` highest railway, passing glaciers.

9. HISTORY
1920
Switzerland joins the League
of Nations and the
headquarters are
established in Geneva
1815
The borders of Switzerland
and its neutrality are
established at the Congress
of Vienna.
1939
Switzerland declares neutrality
at the start of World War II and
refuses to join the United
Nations.
1992
The decision is made for
Switzerland to join the World Bank
and International Monetary Fund
(IMF).
2002
Switzerland officially becomes a
member of the United Nations.

10. CONTINUE
2009
Switzerland overtakes the United
States as the world’s most
competitive economy.
2011
Switzerland becomes the first
European country to
announce plans to phase out
nuclear power.
2011
The government announces
that the Swiss Franc will now
be pegged to the Euro.

11. TOURISM DEVELOPMENT / GROWTH
Tourism as a strategic of the economy .
• The high level of value added by tourism in Switzerland can be explained by the
fact that this country has specialized in this field for well over a century.
• Tourism policy as growth-orientated economic policy .
• Modern tourism is one of the forces that is helping to turn the Swiss economy
into a service economy.
• As an information business tourism is much more a part of the "new economy“ .
• The Swiss federal government (Federal Council) published an action plan for
improving the framework conditions of Swiss tourism in its report on tourism to
the Parliament of 29 May 1996. The aim of this plan, which has already been
implemented to some extent, is to dismantle restrictive regulations that stand in
the way of tourism growth.

12. VISA FORMALITY
Visa type Fees Time taken
Visa Fees
(Visa Fees/VFS/Handling
Charges)
Fees : Rs.7500/-
Service Tax : Included
Minimum 14 Working days
Upto 12 yrs.
(Visa Fees/VFS/Handling
Charges)
Fees : Rs.5700/-
Service Tax : Included
Minimum 14 Working days

13. List of document`s required
Hotel booking
Tickets
Day to day itinerary
Travel insurance
DOCUMENTS FROM THE PASSENGER (SELF EMPLOYED)
 Covering letter on business letterhead addressed to Consulate General of Switzerland, Mumbai,
requesting for his/her family Visa.
 Name and relation should be properly mentioned in the covering letter.
 Evidence of sufficient financial documents :
Bank statement of last 3 months.
Income tax copies of last 3 years.
 Children School ID and Bonafide Certificate.
 In case of working Spouse, same documents will be required.

14. DOCUMENTS FROM PASSENGER (SALARIED)
 Evidence of sufficient financial documents
a. Bank statement of last 3 months.
b. Income tax copies of last 3 years.
c. Salary slip of last 3 months.
 Proof of registration for professionals like doctors, chartered accountants etc.
 Children school ID and Bonafide certificate.
 In case of working spouse, same documents will be required.
 Covering letter on plain letter explaining his position in company and request for his family visa.
 Original leave sanction letter from company mentioning passengers name, designation and
signed by authorized signatory with company round stamp.
Passport validity must be 3 months after the intended date of departure from Schengen territory.
Minimum two blank pages should be there in passport.
Passport should be not older than 10 years.
Old passport should also be attached.
Valid applicant passport (handwritten passport is not allowed)

15. VISA APPLICATION FORUM

16. ACCOMMODATION
Apt No. 27- Ringgenberg downtown - 30m2
1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, Mountain view.
Free Wi-Fi. No Meals
Living-/dining room with bed sofa for 2 people, dining table. Open kitchen. 1 small bedroom with double
bed. 1 bathroom with shower/toilet. Patio with mountain view. Apartment is 30 meter to bus stop. 3
minutes walk to railway station and grocery.
Room Facilities: Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Sofa, Bathroom, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dining
Area
Room Size: 30m2 Max Pax Price for 7 nights
Bed Size(s):3 sleeps 3 INR – 109340

17. 2ND EXAMPLE
Apt No. 2 - Ringgenberg Hill side - 40m2
Large Studio, 1 Bathroom, Balcony
Free Wi-Fi. No Meals
Living-/dining room with bed sofa for 2 people, dining table with corner seat. Open kitchen. Bedroom area
with large four-poster canopy bed separated from living room by curtain. 1 bathroom with shower/toilet.
Room Facilities: Balcony, Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Sofa, Bathroom, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Microwave
Room Size: 40m2
Bed Size(s):3 Sleeps Max Pax Price for 7 nights
3 INR- 131705