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Arriving in Geneva

The airport is conveniently located near downtown Geneva, with straightforward transportation options available. Here are two ways to reach the city center from the airport:

  1. Walk to the airport railway station and board the first departing train. All trains stop at Geneva's main station ("Gare Cornavin"), which is the initial stop. The journey typically lasts 6 minutes.

  2. Alternatively, you can take bus lines 5 (heading towards Thônex, Vallard) or 10 (heading towards Genève, Rive) outside the airport building, with a travel time of approximately 20-25 minutes. For more information on tram and bus schedules, please visit Transports publics genevois (TPG).


Entry Requirements & Visas

Depending on your citizenship, a Schengen visa may be required for travel to Switzerland. It is the responsibility of each participant to handle all visa procedures before they arrive in Geneva.

Short-term visa applications (up to 90 days, Schengen visa), such as those for tourism, visits, or business, can be completed online.

Upon acceptance into the program, participants will receive an email from Geneva Summer Schools containing their Admission Letter and Tuition Invoice. Upon full payment of course fees, they may request an official Payment Receipt.

For detailed information on visa requirements and application processes, please reach out to the Swiss Representation office nearest to your place of residence.

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