Yes, Swiss residents can apply for UK visas from Switzerland. You will typically need to submit your application online and attend a biometric appointment at a UK Visa Application Centre in Switzerland. The main centres are located in Zurich and Geneva.

No, Swiss citizens can visit the UK for up to 6 months without a visa. However, they cannot work or live in the UK under visitor rules. If you plan to work, study, or move to the UK, you will need an appropriate visa.

If you are looking to set up or invest in a business in the UK, you may qualify for:

• Innovator Founder Visa – For start-up entrepreneurs and experienced businesspersons launching an innovative business in the UK.

• UK Expansion Worker Visa – If you are expanding a Swiss business into the UK.

• Self-Sponsorship Skilled Worker Route – If you want to establish a UK company and sponsor yourself for a Skilled Worker Visa.

Our UK immigration lawyers in Switzerland can advise on the best route for your situation.

If you are a Swiss professional looking to work in the UK, you may be eligible for a Skilled Worker Visa. To qualify, you must:

• Have a job offer from a UK employer with a sponsor licence.

• Meet the minimum salary and skill level requirements.

• Meet the English language requirement.

Certain professionals may benefit from faster processing and lower visa fees under the Health and Care Worker Visa or Global Talent Visa.

If you have a British or settled spouse, partner, or family member, you may be eligible for:

• UK Spouse Visa – If married to a British citizen or person settled in the UK.

• UK Unmarried Partner Visa - If in a long-term relationship with a British citizen or person settled in the UK.

• UK Fiancé(e) Visa – If engaged to a British citizen or person settled in the UK and planning to marry in the UK.

• Family Reunion Visas – For dependent family members.

These visas often lead to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) and British citizenship.

Yes, Swiss nationals can set up a UK business, but you may need a visa if you plan to live and work in the UK.

• If you own a business but do not plan to move, you can register a UK company remotely.

• If you want to relocate to the UK to run your business, you may qualify for the Innovator Founder Visa or Self-Sponsorship Skilled Worker Visa.

Our team can assess your business plans and help you choose the right visa.

Processing times depend on the visa type:

• Visitor Visa – ~3 weeks.

• Skilled Worker & Family Visas – ~8 weeks.

• Innovator Founder Visa – ~12 weeks.

Priority processing is available for some applications, reducing wait times to 5-10 days.

Yes, Swiss nationals can apply for UK residency through a visa leading to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). After holding ILR for 12 months, you can apply for British citizenship. Common routes include:

• Skilled Worker Visa → ILR → Citizenship

• Spouse Visa → ILR → Citizenship

• Innovator Founder Visa → ILR → Citizenship

Each route has specific residency and financial requirements.

If your UK visa is refused, you may have options to:

• Appeal the decision (if eligible).

• Request an Administrative Review if there was a processing error.

• Submit a fresh application with improved supporting documents.

We provide expert legal assistance to challenge refusals or reapply successfully.

As specialist UK immigration lawyers in Switzerland, we provide:

✅ Expert legal advice tailored to Swiss residents.

✅ Comprehensive UK visa application support.

✅ Business immigration guidance for entrepreneurs and investors.

✅ Assistance with appeals and refusals.

Need UK immigration advice? Contact us today to discuss your options.