Switzerland Visa RequirementsFor Lesotho passport holders
Switzerland is a Schengen member. Lesotho nationals apply for a short-stay Schengen type C visa. The fee is EUR 80 and the visa covers up to 90 days in the Schengen Area within a 180-day period.
Lesotho passport holders require a visa to enter Switzerland.
Apply at the Swiss embassy in Pretoria with standard Schengen documents. Fee is EUR 80. Processing takes 15 calendar days.
Switzerland is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Lesotho to Switzerland: What You Need to Know
Switzerland handles Schengen visa applications for Liechtenstein as well. Lesotho nationals apply at the Swiss embassy in Pretoria. Switzerland is popular for the Alps, Geneva, and Zurich.
How to Get There
A Swiss Schengen visa covers all 27 Schengen member states including Liechtenstein.
Money & Banking
Switzerland uses the Swiss Franc (CHF). ATMs are widely available. Cards are accepted everywhere.
Practical Tips
Switzerland is among the most expensive European countries; show generous funds. The Swiss Alps, Interlaken, and Zurich are highlights. A Swiss Schengen visa also covers Liechtenstein.