New Ambassador of Switzerland in Colombia.

The new head of the diplomatic mission in the country, presented his credentials in October. These are some relevant information about his trajectory.

We wish successes in this new phase of his career, which will be crucial to further strengthen relations between both countries.

Colombians who wish to travel to Switzerland will have to process their visa following the steps and tips from the Consul of the Swiss Confederation in Colombia.

Last month took place at the Swiss Embassy in Bogota a theoretical training and technical support for the introduction of new regulations on the forthcoming entry of Switzerland into the Schengen area.

Switzerland will apply this agreement on December 12th and may establish new visas valid for all countries of the Schengen area.

1. Switzerland's main travel destination.



2. Switzerland as a main reason for the trip.



3. Length of stay longer in Switzerland .



4. Switzerland as a first point of entry into the Schengen area.

If one of the above conditions are not met, the applicant will have to apply for a visa at the embassy of the country. Other requirements for Schengen visa as well as the application form and additional information is available in the Visa link from the website of the Embassy of Switzerland: www.eda.admin.ch / bogota.