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Switzerland

A wealthy, highly developed nation famous for its neutrality, alpine scenery, and top-tier salaries.

Visa Routes Breakdown

22 Total

Work (9)

PR (2)

Study (1)

Visit (5)

Capital: Bern
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
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Languages: German, French, Italian, Romansh
Time vs Colombo: -3h 30m to -4h 30m
Population: About 0.0 million
Calling code: +41
Drives on: Right
Climate: Temperate, but varies with altitude

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Visa Routes Breakdown

22 Total

Work (9)

PR (2)

Study (1)

Visit (5)

Switzerland

Studying in Switzerland

Switzerland study planning includes official portals, scholarships, visa basics, work rights, costs, tuition ranges, application timing and source links for Sri Lankan applicants.

Sources checked 24 Aug 2026

European study routeEnglish-taught programsErasmus+ optionsLocal-language advantage

Main intakes: September/October main intake; February/March secondary intake variesShortlist 9-12 months ahead for scholarships, and 4-8 months ahead for ordinary admissions.
Typical tuition: Often EUR 2,000-15,000+ per year for non-EU studentsPostgraduate: Often EUR 3,000-20,000+ per year for non-EU students
Proof of funds: Usually tuition plus sufficient living expenses; verify the official visa/embassy amount before applying.EUR 600-1,500+ depending on city
Language requirement

Tuition, visa basics and student work

A planning snapshot. Confirm the exact course fee and visa conditions before paying a deposit.

Tuition range

Undergraduate: Often EUR 2,000-15,000+ per year for non-EU students
Postgraduate: Often EUR 3,000-20,000+ per year for non-EU students

Use the institution fee page before applying; professional programs can cost more.

Student visa

Student visa or residence permit

Immigration portal, embassy/consulate or authorised visa centre depending on the country.

Health insurance is usually required by the visa authority, institution or both.

Build your own yearly budget

Published ranges are only a starting point. Add the fees from your actual course and accommodation shortlist to see a personal total.

Annual tuition

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Monthly living cost

CHF

Visa, flights and other one-off costs

CHF

Months to budget for

Estimated total

Enter your actual figures to see a personal planning total.

Tuition + monthly living × months + one-off costs

Application timeline

Work in this order so scholarship, admission and visa deadlines do not collide.

1Shortlist programs and verify recognition of the institution/course.
2Check entry requirements, language tests, tuition, living budget and scholarship deadlines.
3Apply for admission and scholarships before the priority deadline.
4Accept the offer, pay any required deposit, arrange funds and health insurance.

Post-study work rights

Graduate stay or work options depend on qualification, institution, visa conditions and current immigration rules.

Post-study route

Graduate job-search or residence transition

Stay permitted: Usually 6-24 months where eligible

Read official rules See visa routes

Scholarships and funding

Search verified awards, narrow by level, subject, funding and deadline, then compare the strongest options.

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The matcher scores your profile against every verified award for Switzerland.

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1 verified award found for Switzerland

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Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship

Swiss Confederation (SERI / ESKAS)

Fully funded

Deadline: There is no single date. Each country has its own deadline, falling between September and December, and its own required documents. Check the SBFI page for Sri Lanka.
Award: See funding details
Study level: PhD, Postdoc
Subject: Any subject

Switzerland's government scholarship for postdoctoral and PhD research at a Swiss university or research institute, plus a smaller number of master's awards in the arts.

Full details

Verified 1 September 2026

Official education portals

Use these to find courses, check entry requirements and confirm accreditation.

Study in Switzerland
Official or national study information for international students in Switzerland.
OfficialStudy Portal(opens in a new tab)

Notable universities

A starting point for course searches, not a ranking. Check course accreditation and outcomes before prestige.

Leading public university in Switzerland
Major technical or applied sciences university in Switzerland
Recognised national university in Switzerland

Common questions

Short answers to the questions that usually change a study plan.

Official sources

Re-check these before paying or applying; scholarship cycles and immigration rules change.

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Switzerland

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Studying in Switzerland

Tuition, visa basics and student work

Build your own yearly budget

Application timeline

Post-study work rights

Scholarships and funding

Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship

Official education portals

Notable universities

Common questions

When should I start applying?

Are the tuition figures exact?

Does 'fully funded' always cover every cost?

Can I rely on part-time work to fund my studies?

Is a post-study work route guaranteed?

Official sources

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