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Zürcher Hochschule der Künste
Zürcher Fachhochschule
Checklist for International Students
Subject to Visa Requirements
This checklist applies to all students from countries subject to visa requirements.
Citizens of the following countries are exempt from visa requirements:
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary,
Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Malta, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Spain, United Kingdom.
Students from Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, and Singapore are also exempt from visa requirements and may submit
their application directly in Switzerland.
Students from countries subject to visa requirements must submit a consular application
for a student visa in person to the Swiss Embassy or Consulate responsible for their
place of residence. Applicants are required to submit the following documents with their
application:
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Completed and signed authorisation* made out to ZHdK (Attachment 1)
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Passport (valid for three months after the envisaged end date of studies)
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Fully completed application form (available at the Embassy or Consulate)
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Official confirmation of a place at ZHdK (Attachment 2)
Proof of sufficient financial resources* to cover the cost of living and return journey
in one of the following ways:
a) Evidence of CHF 21‘000 deposited in a bank account. The account must
bear the applicant’s name. The bank must have at least one branch in Switzerland and must be listed at
https://www.zhdk.ch/fileadmin/data_zhdk/studium/Migration/mit_Visum/Liste_b
ewilligte_Banken.pdf. This confirmation must be resubmitted when extending a
residency permit or
b) Written guarantee (Attachment 3) from a solvent individual
resident in Switzerland (either a Swiss citizen or a foreign national possessing
the right of residence with a C or B permit). Please submit the following supporting documents:
- copies of a current statement from the local or regional debt pro secution
office for the last three years and
- copies of the three most recent salary statements or
- copies of the last tax declaration including a tax invoice or
- copy of a bank statement or
c) Proof of a scholarship or bursary to be paid out to the student in Swiss
Francs, Euros, US Dollars or
d) Signed declaration of any other third-party, such as a foundation or similar
institution vouching for the applicant.
Signed written confirmation that applicant will leave Switzerland upon the completion of his or her studies (please give a specific date) without delay.
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Please provide a tabular curriculum vitae listing all schools, universities attended,
and providing details of your professional education (copies of German translations
of diplomas and completion certificates must be enclosed, if no such copies exist
in either English or French).
Applicants should provide a written statement giving details of their reasons for
studying in Switzerland and of their plans upon completing their course of study.
For minors (i.e. individuals under the age of 18 years):
- Proof of adequate accommodation (e.g. tenancy agreement with a student hall
of residence or written confirmation of accommodation arrangements made
with a private individual, friend, etc.).
For details, please see our guide “Housing in Zürich and Winterthur“ at www.zhdk.ch/housing
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Written proof of adequate supervision/care.
Written consent of the applicant’s parents that their child has permission to
study in Switzerland.
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*IMPORTANT:
Please send a copy of the authorisation to Tanja Demarchi [email protected].
Important Information
Before arriving in Switzerland
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Upon receiving confirmation of your place at ZHdK and upon accepting the Univers ity’s offer,
you must submit your application for a student visa immediately. Visas are issued within
approximately three months. Without obtaining your visa prior to departure, you will be unable
to enter Switzerland.
Please note that you will be unable to apply for a tourist visa when submitting your application
for a student visa.
The visa is only valid for the Canton of Zurich.
Embassies and consulates may require applicants to submit additional documentation not
listed here.
Please see our guide “Housing in Zürich and Winterthur“ at www.zhdk.ch/housing
After arriving in Switzerland
- Please note that you are required to register within 7 days upon entering Switzerland and before the beginning of the academic term to the nearest residence registration office (the socalled “Kreisbüro” or “Einwohnerkontrolle”; see enclosed list).
- The “Kreisbüro” as a rule requires applicants to submit proof of residence (e.g. rental agreement).
- Residence permits are as a rule issued for the duration of one year; extensions are possible.
- For further details, please contact: Tanja Demarchi, ZHdK, [email protected],
Tel. +41 43 446 21 69
Enclosures
1 Authorisation made out to ZHdK
2 Official confirmation of a place at ZHdK
3 Form “Verpflichtung” (only for 5 b)
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Contact Addresses, Opening Times, Telephone Numbers
City of Zürich
Students should present themselves in person to the local authorities responsible for a dministering their district (“Kreisbüro”). In case you are unsure which district you have moved to, please
make enquiries with your neighbour. Opening times: Mondays to Fridays, 8 – 11.30 a.m.;
1.30 – 4.30 p.m. (office hours are extended until 6.30 p.m. on Thursdays, with the exception of
Kreisbüro 1).
Kreisbüro 1
Stadthausquai 17, Postfach, CH-8022 Zürich / Telefon: ++41 (0) 044 412 15 15
Kreisbüro 2
Ulmbergstrasse 1, Postfach, CH-8027 Zürich / Telefon: ++41 (0)44 412 02 70
Kreisbüro 3
Zurlindenstr. 87, Postfach, CH-8003 Zürich / Telefon: ++41 (0)44 412 03 30
Kreisbüro 4
Hohlstrasse 35, Postfach, CH-8026 Zürich / Telefon: ++41 (0)44 413 69 49
Kreisbüro 5
Fabrikstrasse 3, Postfach, CH-8031 Zürich / Telefon: ++41 (0)44 271 31 80
Kreisbüro 6
Beckenhofstrasse 59, Postfach, CH-8042 Zürich / Telefon: ++41 (0)44 412 02 90
Kreisbüro 7
Gemeindestrasse 54, CH-8032 Zürich / Telefon: ++41 (0)44 412 04 60
Kreisbüro 8
Feldeggstrasse 60, Postfach, CH-8034 Zürich / Telefon: ++41 (0)44 412 04 70
Kreisbüro 9
Lindenplatz 4, Postfach, CH-8048 Zürich / Telefon: ++41 (0)44 412 03 00
Kreisbüro 10
Wipkingerplatz 5, Postfach, CH-8037 Zürich / Telefon: ++41 (0)44 412 03 10
Kreisbüro 11
Hofwiesenstrasse 370, CH-8050 Zürich / Telefon: ++41 (0)44 316 67 00
Kreisbüro 12
Schwamendingerplatz 1, Postfach, CH-8051 Zürich / Telefon: ++41 (0)44 412 02 50
City of Winterthur
Einwohnerkontrolle der Stadt Winterthur
Stadthausstrasse 21, 8400 Winterthur / Telefon: ++41 (0)52 267 57 54
Mondays to Wednesdays 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Thursdays 8 a.m. – 6.30 p.m.; Fridays 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Other towns and cities
Please consult the local telephone directory for contact details of your local reside nce registration office/ town hall or make enquiries with your neighbour.
May 2016 / HAD
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Zürcher Hochschule der Künste
Zürcher Fachhochschule
VOLLMACHT / AUTHORISATION
Name / Surname
Vorname / First Name
Adresse / Address
Geburtsdatum / Date of Birth
Vollmacht
Hiermit bevollmächtige ich die Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (ZHdK), mich beim Migrationsamt des
Kantons Zürich betreffend der Angelegenheit meines Antrages für ein Studierendenvisum zu
vertreten.
Authorisation
Herewith I certify that I authorize the Zurich University of the Arts / Zürcher Hochschule der Künste
(ZHdK) to act on my behalf with the Migration Office of the Kanton Zurich in all matters concerning
my application for a student visa.
Kontakt/Contact
Frau Tanja Demarchi, Zürcher Hochschule der Künste, Toni Areal, Pfingstweidstr. 96, Postfach,
8031 Zürich, [email protected], Tel. 043 446 21 69.
Ort und Datum / Place and Date
Unterschrift / Signature
Mai 2016 / HAD
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