BA - Bachelor of Arts in
Digital Business, Design
& Innovation
Before coming to study at any of EU Business School's four campuses, it is essential to establish whether visas or other official permits will be required for studying in Spain, Switzerland or Germany.
Students should contact the embassy or consulate of the country where they will be studying for the most up-to-date information on visa requirements. We recommend that a minimum of three months is allowed for procuring visas and other essential official documentation.
EU’s Admissions Services department can provide advice and support throughout the entire process.
Visas & Permits
For a comprehensive list of visa and permit requirements, documents and procedures, please see the campus-specific information below.
Before coming to Switzerland, it is essential to find out whether a student needs a visa to enter, travel and study here. There are many requirements to fulfill in order to receive a visa and, depending on the country of origin, it may take up to three months to receive a visa. Therefore, it is important to start early and allow enough time for the consulate to process the request. The visa must be issued in the student's home country and is only valid for 90 days.
Students will not need a visa if they are:
- A citizen of Switzerland or the European Union in possession of a valid European Union identification card or passport
- A citizen of a country which is part of the European Economic Area or European Free Trade Association and in possession of a valid passport
Students must apply at the Swiss embassy or consulate general in their home country or country of residence as the visa will be affixed to their passport before they depart. We strongly recommend that students complete all documents necessary for the application process as soon as possible and provide translations of all documents in any language other than French or English.
Required documents in Geneva:
- Final acceptance documents from EU Business School Geneva and photocopies
- Passport valid for six months before the date of application and one photocopy
- E form
- O form and/or bank certificate stating you have an active account with a minimum of CHF 30,000 (the bank certificate must be in the student’s name ONLY)
- D form
- “A qui de droit” (stating that you will leave Switzerland after completing your studies)
- CV/résumé
- A signed letter of motivation stating both the reason for studying in Switzerland and detailing your post-study plans
- Address in Switzerland
- 2 passport size photos (35mm x 45mm)
- Full study plan
- Copy of diplomas and transcripts
Important:
Should a student need the O form, they will also need a copy of the passport or ID of the person who will sponsor them along with proof of their ability to pay.
Please bear in mind that the visa requirements may change. Therefore, we recommend that students contact the local Swiss embassy or consulate general to ensure that the requirements are up to date.
Please note:
Each visa application is reviewed individually, therefore supporting documents may vary. The embassy reserves the right to ask for additional documents at any time. The submission of the above documents does not guarantee the issuance of a visa. Submission of an incomplete set of documents will lead to a refusal of your visa application. Once a visa has been issued, the purpose of the trip may not be altered. There is no such thing as an urgent or express visa.
Registering as a resident (all students):
Students wishing to pursue studies in Switzerland (whether European Union or non-European Union citizens) MUST register as a resident in the city within two weeks of arrival. Please visit the EU Student Affairs Office on campus to pick up the necessary forms and receive detailed instructions on how to complete the residence permit process.
For more information, please refer to: info.euruni.edu/student-services-switzerland