Category: Diplomatic / Official Visa
Overview: Visa for accredited foreign diplomats, consular officers, and officials of international organizations appointed to Switzerland for official duties, granting special status under international law.
Eligibility: Applicants must be accredited members of foreign diplomatic missions, consular posts, or international organizations, holding an official passport and appointed to Switzerland.
Processing Time: ~20 days
Visa Duration: 48 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: No
Path to Citizenship: No
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.eda.admin.ch/eda/en/home/das-eda/organisation/protokoll.html
Summary: Purpose: Facilitate official diplomatic or consular duties in Switzerland. Eligibility: Accredited foreign government or international organization officials. Benefit: Grants special status to perform official functions.