March 2022
VISITOR’S VISA
RESEARCH AT SOUTH AFRICAN UNIVERSITY
(minimum 91 days – maximum 3 years)
Issued to foreign nationals who will be joining research program or writing their thesis at any South African University, longer than 90 days.
Visas are processed and adjudicated within 5-10 working days, during which the original passport(s) will remain at the Embassy.
Your appointment will be set up approximately four (4) weeks before your departure, please e-mail bern.consular@dirco.gov.za
Application Form: Please complete in black ink – do not sign
Passport: Must be valid 30 days after the expiry of the visa
Photos: Two(2) passport photos (Swiss standard)
Itinerary: A flight reservation is required. Do not make final arrangements
Purpose of visit: A confirmation letter from the South African University, including detailed information regarding your duties, length of stay, accommodation, remuneration during your stay in RSA.
Insurance: Swiss health insurance contract copy
Criminal Record: “Strafregisterauszug” on criminal-records.admin.ch (no apostille) from each country where applicant resided for a year or longer, after the age of 18
Confirmation: A letter from the Swiss University confirming the existence of programme between two universities
Financial means: 3-month detailed recent bank statement of your account. If sponsored by University or foreign state a confirmation letter is required
Swiss Residence: Foreign nationals residing in Switzerland (C, B, L) – original and copy
Visa fee: No cash Payment will be made online (if applicable)
Envelope: Self-addressed-stamped envelope for the return of the passport
The supporting documents should be in English language or officially translated.
Please print documents before attending your appointment. The Consular staff will no longer make any copies or print documents on your behalf.
Please follow the above mentioned instructions, to avoid rejection of application
