Switzerland Visa Applications at VFS Kazakhstan Almaty
Everything you need to apply for a Switzerland Schengen visa from Almaty, Kazakhstan — address, opening hours, fees in KZT, and how to prepare your file before the appointment.
VFS Kazakhstan Almaty
Office 104, 1st floor, Business Center Grand Alatau, 28 V Timiryazeva Str., Almaty 50000, Kazakhstan
Almaty
Kazakhstan
Phone & email specific to Switzerland visa enquiries
No direct phone or email listed for Switzerland enquiries at this centre. Use the operator's general booking portal.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
No weekend submissions. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment slot.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
No weekend submissions. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment slot.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Collection only after VFS Global receives your processed visa back from the Switzerland consulate.
Switzerland visa fees in KZT.
Two fees: the embassy fee paid to the Switzerland consulate, and the VFS Global service charge for handling your appointment.
KZT — KZT
ISO KZTAll fees on this page are quoted in KZT. Embassy fees are converted from euro at the consulate's daily rate.
Schengen Visa Fee
EU-harmonised fee paid to the Switzerland consulate. Same in every Schengen country.
Adult KZT 54,927.00
Standard Schengen short-stay visa fee for adult applicants.
Adult — visa-facilitation states KZT 21,361.00
Reduced fee for nationals of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cape Verde, plus holders of non-biometric passports of the listed Western Balkan / Eastern Partnership states.
Applies to: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cape Verde, Albania (non-biometric), North Macedonia (non-biometric), Bosnia and Herzegovina (non-biometric), Moldova (non-biometric), Serbia (non-biometric), Montenegro (non-biometric)
Child (6 to 12) KZT 27,464.00
Reduced rate for children aged 6 to 12 years.
Child (under 6) Free
Children under 6 (6 years minus 1 day) are exempt from the Schengen visa fee and the BLS service charge.
Who is exempt from the Schengen visa fee?
Four categories of applicants pay nothing or a reduced amount. Bring documentary proof of the qualifying status to your appointment.
Children under 6 years
Visa fee and operator service charge both waived. Age taken at the date of application.
EU citizen family members
Under Directive 2004/38/EC. Spouse, dependent children or dependent parents of an EU/EEA citizen.
Students & researchers
Some country and programme rules apply. Proof of enrolment or research-host invitation required.
Youth (≤ 25) at non-profit events
Seminars, conferences, sports tournaments and similar non-commercial events.
Bring proof at your appointment: passport (age), marriage certificate (EU family), enrolment letter (students), or event invitation (youth).
- Children under 6 years (visa fee and BLS service charge both waived)
- Spouses and children of Spanish or EU citizens under the age of majority
VAC fee: Refer to one-pager. Source: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/kaz/en/che/attend-centre (captured 2026-05-09).
Common questions, answered.
Where do I apply for a Switzerland visa at VFS Kazakhstan Almaty?
VFS Kazakhstan Almaty is located at Office 104, 1st floor, Business Center Grand Alatau, 28 V Timiryazeva Str., Almaty 50000, Kazakhstan, Almaty. Switzerland visa applications are processed at this address.
What are the Switzerland counter opening hours at VFS Kazakhstan Almaty?
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 08:30–17:00 (Business hours); Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 08:30–17:00 (Submissions); Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 15:00–17:00 (Passport Collection).
How do I book a Switzerland visa appointment at VFS Kazakhstan Almaty?
Start your Switzerland visa application on Schengen Visa Pro and we will book your appointment at VFS Kazakhstan Almaty as part of the process.
Other centres processing Switzerland visas in Kazakhstan.
Ready to apply for your Switzerland visa?
VFS Kazakhstan Almaty handles your appointment. We handle the application — Type C form, cover letter, document validation, specialist review. About 20 minutes from start to download.