Why use counsel for Retirement Visa O-A
Small errors (order, mistranslation, missing stamp) cause rejections. Our 3-step internal checklist catches them before submission.
Filings at the Switzerland Embassy have moving parts — form revisions, financial thresholds, supporting docs — and we track every update so your bundle matches the current requirements.
How we work
Fixed-fee quotes — MFA fees and return courier included; no hidden extras.
Fixed-fee quotes — MFA fees and return courier included; no hidden extras.
Documents required for the Switzerland Embassy
Foreign documents may need Apostille or full legalisation depending on whether Switzerland is an Apostille party — we verify upfront.
Thai-issued documents should be notarised and MFA-legalised before submission, so the Switzerland Embassy accepts them on first pass.
Fees and timeline
Professional fee from THB 18,000, covering review, certified translation and slot booking — excluding the Switzerland Embassy's own fee paid directly.
Express MFA and notary slots are available next-business-day at additional cost.
Document checklist
- Switzerland Embassy visa form, fully completed
- Passport valid ≥ 6 months + copies of all stamped pages
- Photo per Switzerland Embassy specs, white background
- Eligibility evidence: อายุ ≥ 50 ปี
- Certified translation of invitation / admission / contract
- Bank statements (6 months) + bank letter
- Health / travel insurance per Switzerland rules
FAQ
Do I have to attend the Switzerland Embassy in person?
Most Switzerland Embassy processes require in-person biometrics/interview; preparation, translation and MFA legalisation can be delegated to our team.
How long does Retirement Visa O-A take?
Reference processing at the Switzerland Embassy is around 30–45 days, subject to season and document completeness.
What is the total cost?
Our fee from THB 18,000 + the Switzerland Embassy's consular fee + MFA legalisation THB 400-800/page.
Do you handle visa refusals?
Yes — we draft Appeal Letters and prepare additional evidence per the Switzerland Embassy's Refusal Code, no extra document-prep fee.
Do foreign documents need Apostille?
We verify whether Switzerland is an Apostille party at the start; otherwise full legalisation in both countries is required.