Swiss schengen visa

When applying for a schengen at the Swiss Embassy, the form stipulates Member State (not Member State First Entry). We will be going to Amsterdam, train to Paris, train to Switzerland, but we are staying longer in Switzerland, therefore the Schengen for Switzerland. Who is the Member State in this case?

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Best Answer

Switzerland is the place where you will spend the longest, therefore you apply for a Swiss Schengen visa.

As mentioned on the EU website:

Where and how to apply

You must lodge the application for a Schengen visa at the Consulate of the country that you intend to visit, or – if you intend to visit more than one Schengen State, the Consulate of the country where you will spend the longest period.

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How long can you stay in Switzerland Schengen visa?

A Schengen visa is valid for Switzerland and all other Schengen member states unless stated otherwise on the visa. Holders are permitted to stay for a maximum of 90 days in any 180-day period.

Can I enter Italy with a Swiss Schengen visa?

Re: Can I travel to swiss/Italy with French Schengen visa??? Yes of course you can travel to swiss/Italy with French Schengen visa. There is no need to contact the embassies of any schengen countries.

Which countries I can visit with Swiss visa?

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How do I get a 5 year Schengen visa?

You must have a clean visa history. You must have never overstayed your Schengen Visa or worked unlawfully in the Schengen Area. You must have a clean criminal record in your home country. You must have purchased adequate Travel Insurance for the first year of your multiple-entry visa that you have applied for.

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