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Messenger Visa for international truck drivers (truck drivers) to Switzerland
Switzerland is part of the Schengen Area but is not a member of the European Union. Together with Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein, this country forms the European Free Trade Association. Switzerland operates a dual system for attracting foreign workers.
We will analyze your situation, help the employer properly prepare the documents, fill out the application, help collect the document package, schedule the submission of documents to the consulate or visa center, collect documents and give instructions on what to do at the visa center, assist with submissions to embassies around the world, but we can collect the passport with the visa on your behalf only in Kyiv.
We help with visas only if an employer is available; we do not search for employers. Here is a link to a channel on Telegram where vacancies for truck drivers are posted
We have been working with transport companies across Europe, the USA and Canada for 10 years and know everything about truck drivers and truckers. We arrange visas for international drivers to Canada, the United Kingdom and Switzerland.
We do not guarantee visa approval, we do not work with fake documents, and we will refuse assistance if there are suspicions of providing false information.Which visa to apply for (truck drivers)
Citizens of the European Union may freely come to Switzerland to work for up to three months, and the period can be extended if necessary.
To obtain employment, citizens of countries that are not members of the European Union or the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) must have a work visa and a guaranteed employment contract.
For international drivers from Ukraine, Moldova, Russia who perform cargo transportation tasks to Switzerland, it is necessary to obtain a work visa or a residence permit with a work authorization:
- a national visa type D (for employment of 3-6 months).
- a residence permit with the right to work (for contracts of months or longer).
Work authorization is issued by the cantons after official approval. For this, the employer in Switzerland must submit an application to the cantonal migration authority for the issuance of a work and residence permit.
A visa is issued if the international driver has an invitation from a specific Swiss employer, can confirm their employment and provides the required list of documents. To confirm this, you can attach a letter from the Swiss employer indicating the purpose of the trip, cargo delivery, payment, or a contract with the Swiss employer.
It is important to prepare as much evidence as possible confirming that the international driver is entering the country not for tourism, but to carry out cargo transportation.
Where to look for an employer
To find employment as an international driver in Switzerland, our citizens can contact an employment agency. Keep in mind that agencies charge a fee for their services.
Main documents for obtaining a visa for drivers
- Permission from the cantonal migration authority to issue visas (original or copy).
- International passport and national ID (copy + original).
- Driver’s license.
- International driving certificate.
- Completed application form for a visa or residence permit.
- Official invitation from the employer (copy of the contract).
- Employment certificate (about salary).
- Residence permit.
- Medical examination certificate.
- Insurance policy for the duration of stay in the country.
- Photo.
- Visa fee.
- Certificate of no criminal record.
The document package is submitted to the Swiss embassy in your country. The address of the Swiss embassy in Ukraine is Kyiv, 01015, 12 Kozyatynska Street.
In each specific case, the Swiss embassy staff may request additional documents.
Requirements for working as a truck driver
- Possession of an international driver’s license.
- Possession of an international driver’s license.
- Knowledge of the language.
- Education.
Procedure for obtaining a visa or residence permit with work authorization
- Collect the complete package of documents.
- Fill out the electronic application on the Swiss Embassy website.
- Write a resume and a motivation letter.
- Undergo biometric data collection.
- Submit the documents to the Swiss embassy to apply for the visa.
We recommend paying special attention to writing the motivation letter and resume. It is on the information provided that the employer determines whether the person is suitable for the position of international driver and whether it makes sense to invite them for an interview.
In the resume, indicate truthful and relevant information, and in the motivation letter you should write about yourself, your work experience, abilities, skills and explain why you want to work for that particular company.
Visa fee for issuing a work visa
The amount of the visa fee is regulated by the Ordinance on Fees of the Swiss Federal Law and the Swiss Visa Code. It is paid in currency for each visa application when submitting documents and currently amounts to 2,640 in the hryvnia equivalent.
The visa fee is non-refundable if the applicant withdraws the application for a visa or is refused.
Consultations and full support from our company
If you don’t know where to start or have language difficulties, our specialists guarantee assistance in obtaining a visa for international drivers, preparing documents, composing a resume, a motivation letter, obtaining an invitation from a Swiss partner and much more. Obtaining a work visa to Switzerland has a number of specifics and for this reason many people cannot manage on their own.